Kilmeen Drama Group presents The Weir in Bartlemy Hall Fri 17th OCT

In a remote Irish pub, nestled in the quiet countryside, a group of locals gather for their usual evening of pints and banter. But when a newcomer from Dublin arrives, the night takes an unexpected turn. As the men swap eerie, supernatural tales to impress their guest, deeper truths begin to surface – stories of loss, longing and the quiet hauntings of everyday life.

Conor McPherson’s The Weir is a masterfully crafted, atmospheric play that weaves folklore with raw human emotion, offering a poignant exploration of memory, community and the ghosts we carry within

 

Cork County Council Allocates over €200,000 to Streetscape Enhancement Scheme for County Cork Towns and Villages

 

Cork County Council has announced the allocation of grant funding to property owners and business owners across Cork County to improve the appearance of town centre properties.

In total, 197 applications were received by Cork County Council under the 2025 Streetscape Enhancement Scheme. The Council has allocated funding of €217,000 to 111 successful applicants across 29 towns and villages. 

The scheme aims to improve the appearance of the main streets of towns and villages in County Cork through supporting streetscape enhancement works. Applications were considered on a case-by-case basis with a key consideration being positive visual impact on the streetscape and supporting traditional shopfronts. 

The scheme includes four different support measures, ranging from 60% grant aid for works to 100% funding for materials. Aspects covered include painting of premises and improvements to shop-front signage as well as materials costs.

Cork County Council is further supporting successful applicants by offering guidance on colour palette and design, on conservation principles for traditional shop fronts, and on the use of the Irish language in signage. 

The Hub FERMOY

 

Information Morning : Visually Impaired/Blind : Mercy Centre 29th September

 

Attached please find Poster in relation to Information Morning for Visually Impaired /Blind community, on Monday the 29^th September from 10 am – 12 mid-day.

 

Pleas share and display.

 

Pauline

  

Pauline O’Grady-Noonan

Oibrí Sláinte Pobail  |  Community Health Worker

 

Mallow Community Health Project | Health Service Executive | Le Cheile Family Resourse Centre | Fair Street | Mallow

| 087 4335047 | 022 42439  | Mondays – Thurdsays | Email:chp@lecheilefrc.ie  

 

 

Record Crowds Celebrate Culture Night Across Cork County

 

Culture Night Cork County 2025 has once again lit up towns, villages and islands with an unforgettable evening of creativity, community and celebration. From Bere Island and Sherkin Island in West Cork, to Mitchelstown and Mallow in North Cork, thousands poured into the streets, theatres, forts, galleries and public spaces to be part of this unique cultural moment.

With over 150 free events taking place across 35 towns and villages and two islands, this year’s Culture Night brought people out to celebrate their local arts and culture. Families, friends, and visitors from near and far experienced everything from intimate workshops to large-scale outdoor performances, showcasing the incredible diversity of Cork County’s cultural landscape.

The atmosphere was electric across the county. In Camden Fort Meagher, fire performance troupe ROGU and DJ Stevie G transformed the historic fort into a stage of fire and light. People gathered for Mallow Musical Society’s energetic community workshop that culminated in a showstopping group performance.

Carrigaline came alive with Carrigalive, filling the town with parades, music, dance and spontaneous creativity, while children delighted in Mamaí Gé’s interactive bilingual theatre. In Bantry, cultural trails led audiences through an evening of music, conversation and dance, before Gealach Quartet & Leevy closed with an unforgettable fusion of classical and traditional sounds.

Traditional Irish music rang out across the county as Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann branches brought the heartbeat of heritage to local communities, while Sherkin and Bere Island played host to vibrant island-based programmes that highlighted their unique artistic voices.

Culture Night Cork County 2025 was coordinated by Cork County Council and funded by The Arts Council.

For more information and images from the night, visit Culture Night social media pages.

Whats On at Darrara Community Centre this Winter

 

Thrive Together: FREE Afternoon of Community Wellbeing in Darrara  Thursday 25th Sept |  2:30 – 5:00 PM In association with Muintir na Tire Cork, Cork Kerry Community Healthcare and the Cork Deaf Association. READ MORE

FREE 40th Anniversary Community Party & Historic Exhibition  Sunday 12 October |  2:30 – 5:00 PM Celebrate 40 years of Darrara Community Centre with a special day for everyone!  Step back in time with our Historic Exhibition , showcasing photos, stories, and memories from the past 138 years since the building was first opened. We’ll have a Community Party with live music, the unveiling of a plaque, children’s colouring competition display, tea and refreshments  A wonderful chance to meet people from the community and share memories  READ MORE

I Love Darrara – Kids Colouring Competition  For our 40th Anniversary Community Party, we’re inviting children up to age 12 to enter drawings on one of 4 themes: Past – The Old School (1887–1985) Present – Darrara CC (1985–2025) Future – Darrara in 2087, or, I Love Darrara   Deadline: Sept 30 – Submit entries to the Darrara CC Post Box.  READ MORE

Storytelling Show with Pakie O’Callaghan  “A Celebration of the Stories of Eamon Kelly”  Saturday 18th October 8 pm Tickets €20 pp, plus online booking fee. This aclaimed one-man show is a warm, witty, and nostalgic tribute to Ireland’s beloved master storyteller Eamon Kelly, brought to life by one of Cork’s finest — Pakie O’Callaghan, known from RTÉ’s Bull Island, Funny Friday, and Santa Ponsa or Bust. READ MORE / BOOK YOUR TICKET

Our AGM & Darrara Community Survey Results 2025 will take place on Tuesday, November 11th  from 8–9.30 pm at Darrara Community Centre. The evening will cover survey findings , yearly officer and financial reports , elections of officers , and more. Tea & refreshments  will be served afterwards, and new faces will be warmly welcomed  READ MORE

We are delighted to launch our Winter Schedule 2025/26  Packed with activities and classes for all ages and interests, there’s something for everyone throughout the week.  From fitness sessions, yoga, pilates, and céilí dancing , to art, crochet, and community groups , you’ll find plenty to enjoy. Our gym is open daily  and our Old Clothes collection continues on an ongoing basis. READ MORE

We hope you enjoy these events! If you have any questions, please get in touch. From all of us at Darrara Community Council