Ballyhoura Development CLG

02/11/2026

📢REMINDER - Creative Places Kilfinane Public meeting this Thursday!

Creative Places Kilfinane is entering an exciting new phase, and we’d love the local community to be part of shaping what comes next.

Join us for an informal Public Meeting to hear more about the programme, what has happened so far, what we’ve learned, and the opportunities Creative Places could bring to Kilfinane over the next three years.

Most importantly, we want to hear from YOU.

This programme is for the community, and local ideas, perspectives and experiences will help shape its future. Whether you already know about Creative Places Kilfinane or are hearing about it for the first time, everyone is welcome to come along, contribute ideas and join the conversation.

📅 Thursday, 5 November 2026
⏰ 6:30pm–8:00pm
📍 Old Chapel Rooms, Kilfinane
👥 Open to everyone from Kilfinane and the surrounding area (Glenroe, Ballyorgan, Ardpatrick, Glenbrohane, Ballinvreena)

👉 Find out more and register:
https://www.ballyhouradevelopment.com/Event/creative-places-kilfinane-public-meeting

Creative Places Kilfinane is supported by the Arts Council of Ireland through the Creative Places Programme.

31/10/2026

🚶‍♀️ Community Connections Walk Inspires Regular Walking Group in Kilmallock!

A fantastic turnout for the Community Connections Walk in Kilmallock, held as part of the 30th Ballyhoura Walking Festival!

Organised by Kilmallock Community Sports Hub, the 5km walk brought people of all ages together to enjoy some fresh air, explore the historic town and connect with others in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.

👏 And the good news? The walking continues!

Building on the success of the event, Kilmallock Community Sports Hub is inviting everyone to join its regular weekly walking group.

📅 Every Wednesday at 11:30am
📍 Meeting point: Kilmallock Library

These free, friendly walks are a great opportunity to stay active, meet new people and enjoy your local area. All are welcome!

💚 A wonderful example of how community events can inspire lasting connections and encourage active, healthy lifestyles.

30/10/2026

🏃 Multi-Sport Activity Sessions for People with Additional Needs – Kilmallock

Join us every Wednesday for a free, friendly and inclusive multi-sport programme for people with additional needs.

Sessions are adapted to suit different needs and abilities, with participants encouraged to join in at their own pace, try new activities and enjoy being active in a relaxed and supportive environment.

The sessions aim to support:
• Movement and physical activity
• Coordination and balance
• Confidence and participation
• Social connection
• Fun and enjoyment

📅 Every Wednesday, 4 November – 2 December 2026
⏰ 1:00pm–2:30pm
📍 People’s Hall, Kilmallock
💚 Free to attend

No previous sports experience is needed, and participants are welcome to stay for refreshments and a chat afterwards.

For more information, contact Hugh Guest at [email protected].

🔗 https://www.ballyhouradevelopment.com/Event/multi-sport-activity-sessions-for-people-with-additional-needs

29/10/2026

🩹 Paediatric First Aid Training – Kilmallock

Would you know what to do if a child or infant needed first aid in an emergency?

Ballyhoura Development CLG is offering a practical Paediatric First Aid Training Course, designed to help parents, guardians, carers and family members develop the essential skills and confidence to respond to common childhood emergencies.

📅 Wednesday, 4th November 2026
🕡 6:30pm – 8:30pm
📍 Coote Hall Resource Centre, Kilmallock, Co. Limerick

This engaging training session offers an opportunity to build practical first aid knowledge and feel more prepared when it matters most.

🔗 Full details: https://www.ballyhouradevelopment.com/Event/paediatric-first-aid-training-course

29/10/2026

29/10/2026

♻️ Turning European Learning into Local Policy Action

How can European collaboration help rural communities develop more sustainable, circular economies?

Ballyhoura Development CLG recently hosted the 3rd Regional Stakeholder Meeting of the Interreg Europe iCEAR project, bringing together local authorities, community organisations and project partners to explore how European learning can inform practical policy improvements at local and regional level.

The meeting provided an opportunity to:
✅ Share insights from European partner regions and recent study visits to Poland.
✅ Explore opportunities to strengthen circular economy policies and practices in rural communities.
✅ Discuss challenges around funding, governance and translating innovative ideas into practical action.
✅ Identify opportunities for further collaboration and knowledge exchange.

The focus is on turning shared learning into meaningful local impact — supporting resource efficiency, reducing waste and strengthening rural economies.

Through iCEAR, Ballyhoura Development continues to connect European knowledge with local priorities, helping to shape more sustainable and resilient rural communities.

🔗 Read the full update: https://www.ballyhouradevelopment.com/news/icear-stakeholder-meeting-turns-european-learning-into-local-policy-action

Ballyhoura Development CLG recently hosted its third Regional Stakeholder Meeting as part of the iCEAR, Integrated Circular Economy Action plans for Rural areas project.

29/10/2026

🧘 Free Stress Management & Mindfulness Course – Mitchelstown

Would you like to learn practical techniques to help manage stress and support your everyday wellbeing?

Join us for a free four-week Stress Management and Mindfulness course in Mitchelstown, introducing simple mindfulness, breathing and relaxation techniques that can be used in everyday life.

The course will explore:
- Mindfulness and present-moment awareness
- The mind-body connection
- Breathing and relaxation techniques
- Practical ways to manage stress
- Using mindfulness in everyday situations

This course is for anyone who would like to learn practical techniques to manage stress, relax more effectively and support their everyday wellbeing.

📅 Tuesdays, 3–24 November 2026
⏰ 10:00am–11:30am
📍 Town Hall, Mitchelstown, Co. Cork
💚 Free – registration required

👉 Find out more and register - Link in Bio (Events)
https://www.ballyhouradevelopment.com/Event/stress-management-mitchelstown

28/10/2026

📢Help Shape the Future of Creative Places Kilfinane

Creative Places Kilfinane is entering an exciting new phase, and we’d love the local community to be part of shaping what comes next.

Join us for an informal Public Meeting to hear more about the programme, what has happened so far, what we’ve learned, and the opportunities Creative Places could bring to Kilfinane over the next three years.

Most importantly, we want to hear from YOU.

This programme is for the community, and local ideas, perspectives and experiences will help shape its future. Whether you already know about Creative Places Kilfinane or are hearing about it for the first time, everyone is welcome to come along, contribute ideas and join the conversation.

📅 Thursday, 5 November 2026
⏰ 6:30pm–8:00pm
📍 Old Chapel Rooms, Kilfinane
👥 Open to everyone from Kilfinane and the surrounding area (Glenroe, Ballyorgan, Ardpatrick, Glenbrohane, Ballinvreena)

👉 Find out more and register:
https://www.ballyhouradevelopment.com/Event/creative-places-kilfinane-public-meeting

Creative Places Kilfinane is supported by the Arts Council of Ireland through the Creative Places Programme.

28/10/2026

🎨 Family Creative & Sensory Play Sessions – Kilmallock

Join us every Tuesday throughout November for free, child-led creative and sensory play sessions for parents and children.

Led by Maia Purposeful Play, the sessions will include sensory play, creative activities, construction and open-ended play, giving children space to explore, experiment and follow their own ideas at their own pace.

Each week will build on the children’s interests, with a mix of familiar favourites and new experiences.

📅 Tuesdays, 3–24 November 2026
⏰ 3:30pm–4:30pm
📍 People’s Hall, Kilmallock
💶 Free
✅ Registration essential

👉 Find out more and register:
https://www.ballyhouradevelopment.com/Event/family-creative-sensory-play-sessions

28/10/2026

🌿 Kilmallock & surrounding communities — we’d love you to join us.

This November, The Collective Wreath – Our Place, Our Seasons, Our Future comes to Kilmallock for a creative evening exploring the things that connect us to place — our seasonal traditions, local stories, memories, food, materials and the landscapes around us.

Together, we’ll reflect on what makes this area special, how a changing climate may affect the things we value, and create a collective wreath for the community.

You’ll also have the opportunity to make and take home your own wreath, with local festive produce served during the evening.

No previous creative experience is needed — this is an informal, welcoming event for adults from Kilmallock and the wider surrounding area.

📅 Wednesday, 11 November 2026
🕖 7:00pm–10:00pm
📍 Kilmallock People’s Hall, Kilmallock, Co. Limerick

🎟️ Registration is essential:
https://www.ballyhouradevelopment.com/Event/the-collective-wreath-our-place-our-seasons-our-future-kilmallock

This event is part of SENSE the Change Ballyhoura, bringing creative climate activity into communities across the Ballyhoura region.