Cavan Age Friendly

20/10/2026

Woolly Waterways Felting workshop with Morag Donald takes place on Thursday morning at 10am in Virginia Library (Cavan County Library Service) . Suitable for beginner and experienced felters. As part of Cavan Monaghan Science Festival
Cavan County Council .

19/10/2026

If you live, work, travel or do business in County Cavan, you are invited to attend the below event. Learn more about these important projects and how they contribute to sustainable travel in County Cavan. This event is part of Eco Feile and is open to everyone.

Light refreshments will be served from 12.45pm

19/10/2026

A very successful AGM of the Older Persons Council (OPC) was held at the Lavey Inn on Wednesday, 7th October. The AGM attracted a fantastic turnout, demonstrating the commitment to ensuring the voices of older people continue to be heard and represented.

The event was also attended by representatives from An Garda Síochána, the HSE, Cavan Federation, ICA and other agencies, who took the opportunity to provide information, advice and updates.

We would like to thank everyone who participated in the AGM and wish the new Executive every success as they begin their two-year term.

If you would like to be added to the network and receive updates on the OPC, its events, and work please contact us on 049 4378543 or email [email protected]

Pictured below are (l-r): Dr Emer Coveney, Age Friendly Ireland; Joanne Hayes, Age Friendly programme manager, Cavan County Council; Cllr Niall Smith; Brian McDermott, Outgoing Chair; Cathoirleach of Cavan County Council, Cllr Carmel Brady; Seamie Clarke, Cavan County Council; and Bob Gilbert, Ambassador Cavan Age Friendly.

More pictures of the day to follow.

12/10/2026

Are you aged 55 or over and looking for a new and inspiring experience? Join our exciting cross-border arts project and connect with others through creativity, conversation and shared experiences. Working alongside local poet, Heather Brett, participants will have the opportunity to explore their memories, stories and ideas through a range of enjoyable artistic and creative activities. No previous artistic experience is needed, just a willingness to take part, meet new people and discover your creative side. This is a wonderful opportunity to build friendships, celebrate local heritage and contribute to a unique project that brings communities together across borders.

28/09/2026

Upskill in smart phone use and increase your confidence in using your phone for everyday tasks. A Smartphone Skills for Older Adults course will take place in St. Augustine's Hall in Cavan town over six weeks starting on Tuesday 13th October from 3 - 5pm. To book your place phone Angela on 049 4353967 or email [email protected]
Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board - CMETB

23/09/2026

Connect, contribute, and be part of the conversation at the Older Persons Council AGM. Join us at the Lavey Inn on Wednesday 7th October, hear about the work being done, and share your ideas for the year ahead. Everyone is welcome. We hope to see you there! Refreshments and lunch will be served.
Register at [email protected] or t: 049 4378370 / 4378543

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07/09/2026

Cavan County Council has had four projects shortlisted for this year’s Chambers Ireland Excellence in Local Government Awards.

The national awards recognise best practice across local authorities, celebrating innovative projects, public services and initiatives that strengthen communities across Ireland.

Cavan County Council has been recognised for four projects. The Created in Cavan Food Network has been shortlisted in the ‘Promoting Economic Development’ category, the cross-border ‘Art of Life’ project, led by Creative Cavan and Funded through CreativeIrl Shared Island has been selected in the ‘Best Age Friendly’ initiative, ‘Dance Connects’ – another cross-border project funded through CreativeIrl Shared Island is shortlisted for ‘Sustaining the Arts’, and the Council’s ‘Oiliúint Gaeilge’ staff training initiative gets the nod for ‘Best Irish Language and Culture’ initiative.
The 2026 Chambers Ireland Excellence in Local Government Awards take place on Thursday, 26th November in the Crowne Plaza, Santry, Dublin.
West Age Partnership Crafting Your Soul Cavan Age Friendly
For more info visit https://www.cavanlibrary.ie/services/national-initiatives/creative-cavan/creative-cavan-2025/art-of-life/

02/09/2026

Would you like to improve your IT skills? Now is your chance!
Belturbet Library are hosting IT classes for Adults starting on Tuesday the 9th of September and running for 5 weeks. Bring your own smartphone or tablet and find out everything you wanted to know.

These classes are in partnership with Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board - CMETB

To book your place phone 049 9522683.



Belturbet Inside West Cavan Notice Board Cavan County Library Service

02/09/2026