Upcoming Understanding Your Child Parenting Programme Mitchelstown

I would like to inform you of an upcoming ‘Understanding Your Child’ programme which will be commencing in Mitchelstown Primary Care Centre.

This is a 10-week programme which aims to support parents to better understand their child’s emotional development, behaviour and communication, while also helping them to build confidence in responding to their child’s needs. The programme is delivered in a supportive and informal group setting, giving parents an opportunity to learn, reflect and share experiences with others. It is suitable for parents of  young children up to 8 years of age (Age range is a guide only, facilitators are open to considering parents of older children who are still in primary school).

The programme will be facilitated by Orla Geary, Public Health Nurse and Susan O’Mahony, Paediatric Occupational Therapist, both trained in the Togetherness Approach.

It is important to note that this is a closed 10-week group rather than a drop-in service, to support continuity, trust and group development over the course of the programme.

The programme is open to parents across CHNs 4 and 5. Parents who are interested or who would like to find out if the programme would suit them, are asked to phone Orla or Susan for an informal chat and further information before booking on 025-45300.

There are currently limited comparable parenting supports of this nature available locally, so we feel this will be a really positive addition to services for parents and families in the area.

We would really appreciate your support in sharing the programme widely with colleagues and with parents and families under your care who may benefit.

Please see attached poster with further details,

Many thanks,

 

 

Kind Regards,

Orla Geary

Public Health Nurse

 

Please note I do not work on Thursdays

 

Orla Geary

Altra Sláinte Poiblí | FSS an Iardheiscirt

Public Health Nurse | HSE South West

 

 

Lárionad Cúraim Príomhúil Dhún ar Aill Mainistir Fhear Maí, Mainistir Fhear Maí, Corcaigh. Eircode P61NN79

 

Fermoy Primary Care Centre, Fermoy, Cork. Eircode P61NN79

 

087 9394479 | 025 45300 | orla.geary@hse.ie | southwest.hse.ie | @HSESouthWest

 

 

Cork County Council Invites Applications for 2027 Heritage Conservation Funding

 

Minister of State for Nature, Heritage and Biodiversity, Christopher O’Sullivan, TD, has announced funding for three built heritage schemes: the 2027 Built Heritage Investment Scheme (BHIS), Historic Thatched Buildings Stream (HTB) and the Historic Structures Fund (HSF).

Cork County Council is encouraging owners and custodians of historic and protected buildings throughout the county to apply for funding to repair, conserve and safeguard these important heritage properties.

The Built Heritage Investment Scheme (BHIS) provides grants of up to €50,000 to support essential conservation and repair works to historic buildings. Eligible properties include protected structures, proposed protected structures and buildings located within Architectural Conservation Areas. The scheme also offers funding of up to €30,000 for vernacular structures, i.e. buildings with distinctive local and regional character. Previous projects supported under the scheme include churches, shops, thatched houses, country houses, townhouses and school buildings.

The Historic Thatched Buildings Stream (HTB) supports repairs to historic thatched roof buildings. Owners or occupiers of historic thatched structures, whether domestic or commercial, can apply for grants covering up to 80% of eligible conservation costs, to a maximum of €20,000.

The Historic Structures Fund’s (HSF) primary focus is to assist in the conservation and enhancement of historic structures and buildings for the broader benefit of communities and the public. The fund awards a small number of grants ranging from €50,000 up to €200,000 and focuses on larger enhancement, refurbishment or reuse projects involving heritage structures, where a clear community or public benefit has been demonstrated, or where a clear residential benefit has been demonstrated. Projects must be advanced through the planning process as necessary.

Welcoming the announcement, Mayor of the County of Cork, Cllr Bernard Moynihan, said, ‘Our historic buildings are part of what makes County Cork unique. These grants will help owners protect and restore important heritage properties, ensuring they remain at the heart of our towns, villages and communities for generations to come. I encourage anyone who may be eligible to apply.’

Chief Executive of Cork County Council, Moira Murrell added, ‘County Cork is home to almost 3,000 protected structures and 52 Architectural Conservation Areas, making these grant schemes an important investment in preserving our shared heritage. In 2026, 25 historic properties across County Cork benefited from funding under these schemes, demonstrating the value of these schemes in safeguarding our built heritage.’

The closing date for completed applications under the 2027 Built Heritage Investment Scheme and the Historic Thatched Buildings Stream is 4.00pm on Friday 30th October 2026.

The closing date for completed applications under the 2027 Historic Structures Fund is 4.00pm on Friday 27th November 2026.

Applications may be submitted by email to conservation@corkcoco.ie or by post to the Heritage and Conservation Office, Floor 3, Planning Department, County Hall, Cork.

Application forms, eligibility criteria, details of qualifying works and guidance documents are available at the link below.

2027 Heritage Conservation Funding

Click here for more information

Best regards,

Noelle Nally | PPN Support & Development Worker | Cork County PPN
Community, Tourism & Rural Development
Cork County Council | Cork | T12 R2NC Ireland
T (021) 4285265 | M +353 860597563
Noelle.Nally@corkcoco.ie
Cork County PPN | Public Participation Network

Cork: Cultúr 2026: Sharing Ireland’s Culture

 

Date & Time

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 00:00 to
Thu, 31/12/2026 - 1

The culture programme for Ireland’s Presidency of the Council of the European Union 2026.

Cork County Council’s Cultural Programme for Ireland’s Presidency of the European Union 2026, along with Cork City Council’s Programme, delivers a broad, inclusive programme of cultural activity that celebrates Cork’s long standing European connections while enhancing civic participation during the Presidency. 

The programme combines the expansion of existing cultural festivals and events with a series of initiatives developed specifically to mark the Presidency, spanning literature, music, heritage, visual arts, children’s programming, community sport and tourism. Delivered through strong partnerships with cultural organisations, libraries, twinning groups and community stakeholders across the county, the programme celebrates intercultural dialogue, linguistic diversity and shared European heritage.

For further information about events happening in Cork City, view the Cork-France EU Presidency Programme - Cork City Council

 

Job Vacancy

 

CORK COUNTY COUNCIL REQUIRES Electrical Projects Manager (26/048)              Closing date for the receipt of completed application forms is 2pm on Thursday, 20th August 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   TÁ COMHAIRLE CONTAE CHORCAÍ  AG LORG Bainisteoir Tionscadal Leictreach (26/048)             Ní foláir foirmeacha iarratais chomhlánaithe a chur isteach roimh 14:00 iarnóin Déardaoin, 20ú Mí Lúnasa, 2026. Tá foirmeacha iarratais agus tuilleadh eolais ar fáil anseo - www.corkcoco.ie; nó trí ríomhhost a chur chun: recruitment@corkcoco.ie  IS FOSTÓIR COMHIONANNAS DEISEANNA Í COMHAIRLE CONTAE CHORCAÍ

Library Events

 

Bandon Library Teddy Bear Storytime and Sleepover  |  Saturday 8th August at 3.30pm. Don't forget your teddy bear! Back to School Storytime and Crafts  |  Wednesday 19th August at 10am Pokémon Trading Card Swap Hour for Kids  |  Saturday 29th August at 3pm. Parental supervision is required. Crafters  |  Tuesdays at 10am Ciorcal Cainte  |  Wednesdays at 10.30am 45 Card Club  |  Wednesdays at 3pm. Enjoy a few games of 45. Knitting Group  |  Fortnightly on Thursdays at 11am. Next meetings on 6th and 20th August. Creative Writers Group  |   Fortnightly on Saturdays at 11am. Next meetings on 8th and 22nd August. STEM Saturdays  |  Saturdays from 10am to 12pm. Construction play for children. Parental supervision is required. Family Lego Hour  |  Saturdays at 3pm. Parental supervision is required. MOL Movie Club**  |  Friday 21st August at 7pm   MOL** events can only be attended by library members who are registered as MOL (My Open Library) users and have completed a MOL Induction at Bandon Library. For more information on how to become a My Open Library user, please contact Bandon Library Carrigaline Library  CV and Training Workshop*  |  Tuesday 11th August at 10am. Contact SECAD to register; email info@secad.ie or phone 021-4613432 Strand Road Creative Writing Group  |  Wednesday 19th August at 10am. New members are welcome to join. Castletownbere Library  Rainbow Storytelling Workshop*  |  Friday 14th August at 10.30am. This fun workshop will involve: Interactive Writing, Theatre and Embodied Storytelling, Creative Art Practices, Inner Child Exploration, Live Storytelling Performance, Music, Movement and Indian Snacks. Contact the branch for more information. RSA Information Stand  |  Wednesday 19th August from 11am to 1pm Charleville Library  Heritage Week Poetry Workshop*  |  Thursday 20th August from 11am to 1pm with Colm Scully. Crochet Group  |  Wednesdays at 10.30am. New members are welcome. Clonakilty Library  Tots Time  |  Friday 14th August at 10.30am Digital Literacy Sessions*  |  Thursdays at 10am and 10.30am Boardgames and Colouring Corner  |  Saturdays from 10am to 5pm Lego Drop-in for Children  |  Saturdays from 12pm to 1pm Cobh Library ‘The Fair Day’ Storytelling with Terri Ryan for Heritage Week  |  Saturday 15th August at 2pm ‘Gracefully Broken’ Book Launch  |  Saturday 29th August at 2pm with author Yvonne Wellham, all are welcome to attend. Dunmanway Library  Youth Chess Club (Ages 8-13)  |  Saturdays 8th, 15th and 29th August at 11am Lego Hour  |  Saturdays 8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th August at 3.30pm Fermoy Library Repair Café  |  Saturday 15th August from 11am to 1.30pm Kinsale Library Summer Stars Back to School Craft Morning  |  Friday 14th August from 11am to 1pm. Tots Time  |  Wednesdays at 10am Age Friendly Social Group  |  Last Thursday of the month at 11am Knitting and Crochet Group  |  Fridays at 11am MOL Writers Block Creative Sessions**  |  Now taking expressions of interest. Led by writer Matthew Geden. These sessions are free, but booking is required to secure a place. Please contact the library directly for more information. MOL** events can only be attended by library members who are registered as MOL (My Open Library) users and have completed a MOL Induction at Kinsale Library. For more information on how to become a My Open Library user, please contact Kinsale Library Macroom Library   Purlies Knitting Group  |  Thursdays 6th and 20th August at 11.30am Bridge Card Group  |  Wednesday 12th August at 10am Minecraft Workshop* (Ages 8-16)  |  Tuesday 25th August from 2pm to 4.30pm. A workshop for children to share their ideas for creating safer, more inclusive, and more enjoyable places to play. To book your place, please visit Craft-My-Play Mallow Library   Discover the Story of Anne's Grove Estate  |  Saturday 8th August at 2pm Visual Arts Workshops with Elton Sibanda*  |  Saturdays 15th and 29th August from 11am to 1pm Age Friendly Coffee Morning  |  Thursday 20th August at 11am  Adult Beginner Embroidery Workshop*  |  Saturday 22nd August from 11am to 12.30pm Introduction to Mallow Toastmasters  |  Saturday 29th August from 2pm to 3pm Volunteers Needed for Age Action Digital Literacy Classes  |  Could you spare two hours every Friday morning for five weeks? Contact Mallow Library or email volunteering@ageaction.ie for more information. Mitchelstown Library  Pokémon Card Swap and Workshop  |  Friday 7th August from 3.30pm to 5pm, with Pokémon Professor Ger Dooley. Sign in required by adults/guardians. Teddy Bear Storytime  |  Saturday 8th August at 11.30am. Children can drop their teddies off the day before for a teddy bear sleepover and meet up with Teddy again on the Saturday. Glanworth Community Archive Talk  |  Friday 14th August at 11am Kilshanna Art and Craft Workshop  |  Wednesday 19th August from 11am to 1pm ‘Stories and Memories of Fair Day’ with Storyteller Terri Ryan for Heritage Week  |  Saturday 22nd August at 11am Storytime  |  Saturdays at 11.30am Books and Brew Summer Book Club  |  Date to be confirmed, please contact the library directly for more information. Newmarket Library   Storytime  |  Saturday 8th August at 11.30am Skibbereen Library  Creative Writers Group  |  Saturdays 8th and 22nd August at 11am Healthcare Hoolies - Music from Fiona Kennedy and Friends*  |  Tuesday 11th August at 12pm Ciorcal Cainte  |  Tuesdays at 11am Knitting Group  |  Wednesdays at 10am Conversation Group (For people with English as their second language)  |  Thursdays at 2pm Gach Duine - Peer Support for Disabled People, Carers, and Family  |  Fridays at 10.15am except for the last Friday of each month. Lego Play and Boardgames  |  Saturdays from 1pm to 5pm. Parental supervision is required. Youghal Library   Comic Book Workshops* (Ages 12-17)  |  Wednesday 5th, Thursday 6th and Friday 7th August from 10am to 12pm. Please only book a place if you can attend all three sessions. Match Attax Card Swap  |  Saturday 8th August from 2.30pm to 4pm. Parental supervision is required. Dinosaur Appreciation Afternoon* (Ages 5-12)  |  Saturday 22nd August at 2.30pm. An afternoon of dino-based activities. Saturday Morning Family Hour  |  Saturdays from 11am to 12pm. Reading, colouring, boardgames and more. Teenage Book Club (Ages 12+)  |  Taking expressions of interest from new members. Meets on the last Friday of the month. Next meeting takes place on Friday 25th September from 2.30pm to 3.30pm

Library Exhibitions

The Cost of Breathing at Carrigaline Library The Cost of Breathing Exhibition will be on display for the month of August in Carrigaline Library, in collaboration with Cystic Fibrosis Ireland and Radharc. Photographer Trevor O’Donoghue presents a series of self-portraits demonstrating various experiences as someone with Cystic Fibrosis. This photographic exhibition confronts the emotional reality of poverty and Cystic Fibrosis, capturing the quiet moments where illness and hardship collide.

Emma Jacobs at Bandon Library A selection of paintings by artist Emma Jacobs, characterised by big, bold brushstrokes, vibrant colours and contemporary themes. Bandon Library opening hours and contact details can be found here.

Tessera Art at Cobh Library In celebration of Cork Craft Month, Cobh library will host a mixed media exhibition from artists Brendan Ryan, Diana Skalkos, Kathryn Smyth and Margaret Twomey for the month of August. All are welcome to come and view.

Faces of Dunmanway at Dunmanway Library To celebrate Ballabuidhe we have a collection of photographs/books of people of Dunmanway from times past and present. All photographs provided by Andy Collins.

Fermoy Through Its Buildings at Fermoy Library On display from 15th to 30th August This Heritage Week event presents a curated exhibition of historic sketches of Fermoy’s buildings alongside a collection of early and mid‑20th‑century street photographs. The display highlights the architectural development of the town and documents changes in its urban landscape over time. A corresponding talk by a local historian Christy Roche will provide an overview of Fermoy’s built heritage, drawing attention to key structures and streetscapes. The session will place the exhibited material in context, offering attendees a concise introduction to the town’s historical layout and architectural evolution. All are welcome.

Talamh agus Tonnta: The Landscape Speaks at Kinsale Library Compiled by Jerome Jordan and Cian Walsh, the exhibition will be on display for the month of August. Launch opening by Shannon Forde on Thursday 6th August from 5pm to 6.30pm, all are welcome to attend. The exhibition covers several cultural heritage disciplines. Most notably, place names, archaeology, history and shipwrecks. These are covered in a series of maps and cover the area between Oysterhaven and Dunworley.

Doneraile Court and Anne's Grove at Mallow Library On display from 5th to 19th August Discover Two of North Cork's Historic Treasures.  Drop into Mallow Library and spend a few minutes viewing this beautiful exhibition celebrating the history, heritage, and horticultural beauty of Doneraile Court and Anne’s Grove Gardens.  Explore the stories behind these remarkable estates and their lasting contribution to the cultural and natural heritage of Cork County. .

Faces and Places: Glanworth Through the Years at Mitchelstown Library A photographic exhibition from the Glanworth Community Archive where memories live. All are welcome to come and view during the month of August.

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