Dementia Awareness Event Vienna Woods Hotel, Thursday May 7th

 Please see above an information poster and invitation to attend a Dementia Information Day taking place on Thursday, May 7th 2026, from 10:00am to 3:00pm at the Vienna Woods Hotel, Glanmire, Cork.

This event offers a valuable opportunity for individuals, families, carers, and professionals to access information, support, and advice about dementia.

The day will include:

• A range of guest speakers, including healthcare professionals and individuals with lived experience
• Information stands providing resources and guidance
• A “Singing for the Brain” performance
• Access to services such as dementia advisory supports and memory technology resources

Booking is essential.

To reserve a place contact Elaine McKoy  087 3444124 / Elaine.McKoy@hse.ie

We would appreciate you sharing this information with anyone who may benefit.

Many thanks

Jacinta

Jacinta McCormack 

Oibrí Sláinte Pobail Fhear Maí 

Fermoy Community Health Worker

 

🎉 Celebrate 3 Years with The Hub Fermoy 🎉

We’re delighted to mark our 3rd Anniversary in the community 

Opened in April 2023, The HUB has grown into a warm and welcoming space for adults looking to support their mental wellbeing. Run by dedicated local volunteers under the governance of Cork Mental Health, the space continues to evolve to meet the needs of those who use it.  The HUB iis also available to hire for groups or individuals who share our goal of promoting positive mental health and wellbeing for adults.

We’d love you to join us as we mark this special milestone!

 Saturday 25th April
 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
 The Hub, Fermoy

Come along for refreshments, have a look around our space, and discover what makes The Hub such a special place through feedback and experiences shared by the groups and individuals who use the space.

We’re also cheering on our 3 local runners as they prepare for the Regeneron Great Limerick Run 

All are welcome & we look forward to meeting you on the day.

The Hub Fermoy Volunteers

Free Arts Workshops and Activities Across Cork County Libraries in May as Part of the Bealtaine Festival

 

Bealtaine is the national celebration of arts and creativity in older age. Cork County Council has launched its Bealtaine programme, featuring a selection of free talks, workshops and events taking place in libraries across the county. The programme is supported by the Arts Council, Age Friendly Programme and Creative Ireland.

Free workshops are available throughout the month of May in all Cork County Libraries. From crafting, creative writing, crime writing and poetry to foraging, puppetry, photography and music, Bealtaine is the time to learn a new skill. All workshops are free, all materials are supplied and no experience is required.

Events on the West Cork Islands include a Forage walk and workshop on Sherkin Island in association with the Sherkin Library, with Samuel Arnold Keane on 8th May, where participants will walk out with the tide, discover duileasc, sleabhac and kelps and explore ancestral stories and contemporary uses for seaweed. In Oileán Chléire Library on 14th May, participants can experience one of the oldest forms of string puppetry. The wooden carved characters of dancers, magicians and jugglers depict the Mughal palaces of North India from over 600 years ago. Attendees may participate or simply watch and enjoy.

Writing workshops include Let’s Talk Crime in Charleville and Mitchelstown Libraries with award winning crime novelist Casey King (Marie O’Halloran), who will offer guidance on writing a novel, developing ideas and submitting work to agents and editors. Stories Among Friends in Mallow and Fermoy Libraries support participants in discovering their writing voice, whether preserving memories, beginning a short story or writing poetry. A Life Writing workshop with award winning author and poet David McLoghlin takes place in Carrigaline Library, exploring memory, storytelling and personal history. In Newmarket Library, Laura O’Mahony will explore storytelling techniques, character development and bringing ideas to life on the page.

Visual Arts and Craft workshops include Dreamcatcher Weaving with Julie Forrester in Macroom, Millstreet and Skibbereen Libraries. Áine Farrell’s Ceramics workshop in Cobh Library, Lust for Life, teaches participants to make unique 2D mixed media pictures and colourful 3D paper flowers. Attendees can create their own individual artwork with well-known West Cork Artist Deirdre Crowley in Bandon Library.

Wet felting workshops with visual artist Catherine Callanan in Midleton and Youghal Libraries will guide participants through creating a unique felted landscape piece, while a Drawing Workshop with Fiona Boniwell in Kanturk Library introduces practical warm‑up techniques for drawing and relaxed contour drawing.

A hands‑on Smartphone Photography Workshop with photographer Chris Finnegan takes place in Clonakilty Library, introducing lighting, composition and styling for professional‑looking images.

Music workshops will also take place across libraries with Kevin McNally and Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann.

The Bealtaine Talks Programme focuses on creativity and aging, featuring writers and media personalities. Meet authors Madeline D’Arcy and Kate Barry in Macroom Library, writers and podcasters Cónal Creedon and Mairéad Herne O'Driscoll from Two for the Road in Creedon’s Hotel, Inchigeela and Ray Cuddihy with an inspiring guest in Mallow Library. More speakers will be announced.

Participants should contact their library by phone, email or in-person to book their place at any event.
 

Bealtaine Festival 2026

Click here for more information

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CORK COUNTY COUNCIL REQUIRES District Supervisor (Cobh)

 

CORK COUNTY COUNCIL

REQUIRES

• District Supervisor (Cobh) (26/034)

           

 Closing date for the receipt of completed application forms is 4pm on Friday, 8th May 2026.

Further details and application forms for the above posts are available on the careers’ section of the website: www.corkcoco.ie; or by e-mailing: recruitment@corkcoco.ie

 

CORK COUNTY COUNCIL IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER

CORK COUNTY COUNCIL REQUIRES Temporary Financial Management Accountant

  

CORK COUNTY COUNCIL

REQUIRES

• Temporary Financial Management Accountant (26/033)

           

 Closing date for the receipt of completed application forms is 4pm on Friday, 8th May 2026.

Further details and application forms for the above posts are available on the careers’ section of the website: www.corkcoco.ie; or by e-mailing: recruitment@corkcoco.ie

 

CORK COUNTY COUNCIL IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER

County Mayor’s Charity Gala 2026

 

'Summer by the Sea'

Saturday 2nd May | Walter Raleigh Hotel, Youghal, Co. Cork.

Join County Mayor Cllr Mary Linehan Foley for a very special evening at the Walter Raleigh Hotel, Youghal, on Saturday 2nd May 2026 at 6pm.

This year’s County Mayor’s Charity Gala brings a fresh “Summer by the Sea” theme, inspired by Youghal’s beautiful coastal setting and promising a relaxed, fun-filled night of great food, music and celebration.

Guests can enjoy:

• Drinks reception on arrival
• A delicious three-course meal showcasing local produce
• Live entertainment and dancing
• A charity raffle with fantastic prizes

All proceeds from the evening will go in support of three incredible charities:

RNLI Youghal, Down Syndrome Cork and Cancer Connect, Youghal

Step into the spirit of the night — from flowing dresses to your brightest summer shirts, bring a little seaside style and your own summer breeze.

RNLI Youghal
RNLI Youghal is a volunteer‑run lifeboat station providing a 24‑hour emergency search and rescue service along the East Cork coastline.
Part of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution, it saves lives at sea and promotes water safety in the local community.
The station operates an inshore Atlantic 85 lifeboat crewed by highly trained volunteers.

Down Syndrome Cork

Down Syndrome Cork is a volunteer‑led charity supporting people with Down syndrome and their families across Cork.
It provides education, therapies, social programmes and lifelong supports to help members reach their full potential.
The organisation works to promote inclusion, independence and quality of life at every stage of life.

Cancer Connect, Youghal
Cancer Connect provides a free, volunteer‑driven transport service for people travelling from East Cork to Cork hospitals for cancer treatment.
Based in Youghal, it supports patients attending radiotherapy, chemotherapy and related appointments.
The service reduces stress and isolation by ensuring safe, reliable and compassionate transport.

Click the 'Book Now link to book.

Date & Time

Sat, 02/05/2026 - 18:00 to
Sat, 02/05/2026 - 23:00

Location

Walter Raleigh Hotel, Youghal, Co. Cork. P36 RX22

Price

€100

Book Now

Website

https://corkcountycouncil.clr.events/1401

Pride in our Community 2026 – Muintir na Tíre

 

It's that time of year again to be thinking about planning your community project for 2026.If you are thinking about entering the Pride in our Community Competition in 2026 You can fill in the form using the link below before Jun 30th 2026.

Pride in Our Community 2026 Entry Form – Fill in form it just takes a minute or two.

Please feel free to share this email with other groups in your area or beyond. (open to community groups in Cork County or City only) To find out more about this Competition go to https://www.muintircork.com/pride-in-our-community.