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Africa Day 2026Africa Day is an international day that commemorates the foundation of the African Union and celebrates the people and culture of African countries. It takes place on Monday 25th May 2026. Cork County Council Library branches will be hosting several events in the run up to Africa Day. |  |
A number of events will take place in library branches to mark Africa Day, which takes place on May 25th. Events are suitable for all the family.
A number of events will take place in library branches to mark Africa Day, which takes place on May 25th. Events are suitable for all the family.
Booking is required for some events. Contact details for all branches can be found on the following page: Libraries Directory.
Clonakilty Library Art Workshop at 10.00am (For adults) (Booking required)
Bandon Library Music and spoken word event with Sauti Club at 11.00am
Millstreet Library Art Workshop at 2.30pm (For adults) (Booking required)
Mallow Library Drumming Workshop at 11.00am
Cobh Library Visit by author Zainab Boladale at 12.15pm
Newmarket Library Drumming Workshop at 3.00pm (Booking required)
Midleton Library Visit by author Zainab Boladale at 3.00pm
Events are supported by Irish Aid at the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
Twelve architectural and archaeological conservation projects throughout Cork County are set to benefit from funding of over €900,000, supporting the preservation of our rich built heritage.
The funding, provided by the Department of Housing, Local Government & Heritage through the Historic Structures Fund (HSF) and the Community Monuments Fund (CMF), will support vital conservation works on historic buildings, churches and archaeological sites throughout the county.
Three projects in the County of Cork will receive support under the Historic Structures Fund, which provides grants of between €50,000 and €200,000 to protect and restore significant heritage properties. These 3 projects are:
• Church of the Ascension, Timoleague
• Kinsale Municipal District Council Office
• St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church, Skibbereen
The Community Monuments Fund will support a further nine projects aimed at safeguarding archaeological heritage and improving public access. This includes conservation works, reports and management plans designed to strengthen resilience against climate change and ensure long term preservation. Among the projects receiving funding are:
• Rathbarry Medieval Church
• Abbeymahon Church & Graveyard
• Kilmonogue Church & Graveyard Conservation Report
• Kilmacow Graveyard Conservation Report
• St Mary’s Church & Graveyard, Schull
Additional funding will support works at Coolbane Mill, Cloyne Round Tower, and St. Multose Church in Kinsale, as well as an archaeological survey at Ráth Ghaiscígh Ringfort in Béal Átha an Ghaorthaidh.
Exhibitions:
Local Artists Exhibitions – Discover creativity in your community!
Drop into Mallow Library and celebrate the talent and vision of local artists throughout May. Local artists Bill Morrissey and Colum Regan will be exhibiting their artwork throughout the month.
And don’t forget we also have our regular weekly groups – Irish Conversation circles, Creative Writing group, HSE mother & baby groups, Knitting groups, Active retirement card playing group, book clubs, Tots time, LEGO club and Storytime.
We think we have something for everyone! We hope to see you soon.
Warm regards,
Mallow Library staff
Lynda McDonnell | Leabharlannaí | Seirbhís Leabharlainne & Ealaíona Comhairle Chontae Chorcaí
Leabharlann Mhagh Ealla | Sráid an Dáibhisigh | Magh Ealla | Corcaigh | P51 DK50 | Éire.
T +353-(0)22 – 21821 | E. 6861
lynda.mcdonnell@corkcoco.ie | www.corkcoco.ie/library-
Tairseach na gcustaiméirí: www.yourcouncil.ie
Lynda McDonnell | Librarian | Cork County Council Library & Arts Service
Mallow Library | Thomas Davis Street | Mallow | Cork | P51 DK50 | Ireland.
T +353-(0)22 - 21821 | E. 6861
lynda.mcdonnell@corkcoco.ie | www.corkcoco.ie/library-
Customer Portal: www.yourcouncil.ie
Hi all
Please circulate - see below for the corrected closing date for applications.
CTWN are recruiting a community development worker post for Meelagh.
More information on the post and how to apply here: https://www.activelink.ie/
Closing Date is for applications is 5pm on Friday 15th May 2026.
We would be very grateful if you could share this email among your networks and also print the attached and display it in your project
All the best
Louise
Cork Traveller Women's Network
Triskel Arts Centre
Tobin Street
Cork
086 7777651 / 086 3850136
Registered Charity number: 20055936
Learn more about our work on our new website www.ctwn.ie
Cork Traveller Women’s Network is a community development project working for Traveller rights, leadership, culture and heritage.
We are very proud to be an organisation led by Traveller women.
All events are free, though booking is required in many cases due to limited places.
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