Chatty Hands at Greywood Arts Crafting sessions in January

 

Chatty Hands  Enjoyable Crafts!

Chatty Hands Thursdays 10.30am - 12.00pm  Starting on the 22nd January A gentle 4 week programme for adults, designed to spark connection, conversation and creativity through simple, enjoyable activities. The purpose of Chatty Hands sessions are to help you to relax, meet people and enjoy a little creativity each week.  Each session uses minimal materials and allows participants to take home a completed craft - a reminder of your ideas, effort and imagination.   You just need to bring yourself, a smile and some curiosity each week! All materials, tea and biscuits are provided.  Each session costs just €10.   Please email us at hello@greywoodarts.org to book your place or if you have any questions.

Mayor Welcomes €900,000 Funding for Four Key Projects Under Town and Village Renewal Scheme

 

Mayor of the County of Cork, Cllr. Mary Linehan Foley, has welcomed the allocation of €900,000 in funding for four transformative projects under the Town and Village Renewal Scheme (TVRS) for 2025. The investment aims to rejuvenate town centres, boost local economies, combat dereliction, and enhance outdoor spaces across rural Cork.

The funding will support projects that drive economic growth, increase town footfall, and promote tourism, while creating vibrant, welcoming community spaces.

Project Allocations:

Passage West – €300,000 for improvement and remedial works at the Passage West Community Centre, including energy efficiency upgrades.
Rathcormac – €300,000 for the construction of a new village centre plaza, enhanced streetscape, and landscaping at the junction near the Rathcormac Inn, creating a focal point for the Village Core.
Youghal – €250,000 for weather slating and window works at the historic Youghal Clock Gate Tower.
Mitchelstown – €50,000 under the Project Development Measure for the renovation of the derelict FCA Hall and adjoining walled courtyard into a Community Hall, outdoor recreation space, and garden.

Mallow Camera Club Camera Skills Course stars Tues 3rd Feb

 

Now accepting signups for our Camera Skills Course forthcoming in February 2026.

Starting: Tuesday 3rd February 2026 from 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks

Location: Mallow College, Annabella, 48QW+9X

Price: €90

Over 18 years only


For further details and to book your place, please e-mail us at: mallowccsec@gmail.com

Hamlet National Theatre Live at Arc Cinema Mallow Jan 22nd

 

CORK COUNTY COUNCIL REQUIRES General Operative - West Cork (Bantry) MD

 

CORK COUNTY COUNCIL REQUIRES   General Operative - West Cork (Bantry) MD  Closing date for the receipt of completed application forms is 4pm on Friday, 9th January 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: recruit@corkcoco.ie   CORK COUNTY COUNCIL IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER

Mayor Mary Linehan Foley Hosts Civic Reception to Honour Sporting and Music Groups and Individuals

 

The Mayor of the County of Cork, Cllr Mary Linehan Foley has hosted a special Civic Reception at Cork County Hall to recognise the outstanding achievements of World Pipe Band Champions, Carrigaline Pipe Band, All-Ireland U18 Ladies Football Champions, Cork Minor Ladies Team, and Epsom Derby-winning Jockey, Wayne Lordan. A Civic Reception is the highest honour the Mayor of the County can give to a group or individual.

In June, Cork jockey Wayne Lordan rode Lambourn to victory at the Group One Betfred Derby at Epsom. In July, Cork defeated Dublin to win the ZuCar All-Ireland U18 ‘A’ Ladies Football Championship. In August, Carrigaline Pipe Band won the World Pipe Band Championship in Glasgow. They also won the World Championships in the drumming section.

Host applications now open for Corks Lifelong Learning Festival 2026

 Dear Cork Learning City Colleagues,

 

We have exciting news – The 2026 Cork Lifelong Learning Festival  host submissions are now open.

 

The 21^st festival is running from Wednesday, 22nd April to Wednesday, 29th April 2026.

 

It is open to individuals, organisations, and groups all over Cork City who want to engage with Learners of all ages, levels, interests and abilities.

If  you have a passion for Learning of any kind, we want to help you spread the word, engage, and inspire new lifelong learners across Cork.

 

Applications are accepted online, please follow this link to access form: https://submit.link/4l2   

 

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The deadline for submission of events is 31st January 2026.

 

If you are having any trouble with the forms, please don’t hesitate to get in touch – learningfestival@corkcity.ie

We’re always excited to see new learning events and old favourites back again in the programme.

 

If it’s your first time considering submitting an event you may find How to Host a Festival Event - Cork Learning City useful and if you have any questions, please do get in touch! 

 

We are really looking forward to working with you on making the 21^st Lifelong Learning Festival another remarkable week of learning.

 

Regards,

 

James Leonard

Lifelong Learning Festival Coordinator

Cork Learning City

learningfestival@corkcity.ie