Seated Yoga (An age friendly event) September course beginning Sept 27th for 4 weeks.

6 week cooking course with Athy Family Resource Centre and County Kildare LEADER Partnership.  All ingredients supplied to your doorstep. You make the dish and send in the photos.

Singing for Wellbeing Session with Newbridge Family Resource Centre.

To register, contact: admin@newbridgefrc.ie  or 045 438173

A snapshot of the impact cocooning had on older people in Kildare.

To Register: Email catherine@countykildarelp.ie

Hurling and football skills with some ex Kildare GAA players.

*Closed Event*

Join Athy Family Resource Centre for a cuppa and a treat. A friendly social space to meet new people. Currently held in an outdoor sheltered space.

Arts and crafts event in Ice Day programme Maynooth Wall Art.

*Closed Event*

The key priorities of Local Link continue to include addressing rural social exclusion and the integration of rural transport services with other public transport services. In this webinar, Local Link Kildare South Dublin give an overview of their current transport services.

This seminar will discuss the work of the Unlocking Potential project.  The project,  aims to create a 'toolkit' for HEIs to guide the redevelopment of admissions policies and practices for people with convictions.

*Please click on the Title or Image for full details*

The Kildare Public Participation Network in support of the Kildare Integration Strategy 2020/2026 undertook to develop a hub of information for ease of access for communities and individuals living in Kildare.

Dublin Bus on line talk with Roger on Travel training and what services are available

*Closed Event*

We want to hear your voice….. ‘A community based information fair where the services are coming to You! with stands, voter registration, food, kids entertainment, activator poles and much more. Everyone is welcome. This is an FREE outdoor event and Covid Compliant.

Join Kildare Sports Partnership for an activator session. The health benefits associated with the use of ACTIVATOR Poles are well documented and the reported benefits include improved balance, mobility and strength.

This Introductory session, delivered by Intercultural facilitator Kensika Monshengwo and hosted by Kildare PPN, will introduce participants to the concept of cultural identity; examine unconscious bias, reflect on experiences of prejudice, discrimination and exclusion and will highlight power and privilege between majority and minority groups. The Workshop will also assist participants gain an understanding of diversity and anti-racism vocabulary and concepts.

On line DJ via zoom DJ Ross LEAP Maynooth Day Programme

Athy FRC Parent and Baby/Toddler group is an in person, parent to parent social group.

Join Kildare Sports Partnership for an activator session. The health benefits associated with the use of ACTIVATOR Poles are well documented and the reported benefits include improved balance, mobility and strength.

Launch of the Kildare Integration Strategy 2020-2026 with Minister Roderic O'Gorman.

Petting Farm and Sensory Garden Open Day with Kildare Farm Foods.

The petting farm is family friendly, buggy and wheel chair accessible.

All are welcome.

Maynooth University Access will be introducing the We are here HEAR Project on Thursday 30th September from 11AM -12. We are here, HEAR is an open-air touring exhibition and a website of photographs and stories from refugees on the barriers they have experienced accessing Higher Education in Ireland. We are here HEAR is about raising awareness about the presence of refugees in Ireland, and bringing their voices into public spaces to highlight some of the considerable challenges they experience. This Social Inclusion Week webinar will showcase performance videos with spoken word artist Felispeaks and dancer Mufutau Yusuf, presentations from Ronald Kayinga from MASI (movement of Asylums Seekers Ireland) and Zoryana Pshyk from Newbridge Asylum Seekers Support Group, as well as Declan Markey from College Connect (AIT, DkIT, DCU, MU), who will signpost what supports are available into education for refugees and people in the protection process.

Short video on Roma history and culture and presentation on Roma support, involvement and experience.

Register with: Adriana Quinn - romaesw@countykildarelp.ie or Eliska Schneiderova - romahealth@countykildarelp.ie

The workshop will create an opportunity for the community group leaders to reflect on what is community, and how we can work towards creating one that is inclusive of everyone.

To register, email: communityedkildare@kwetb.ie

Parent, Baby and Toddler Groups can provide a stepping stone for children preparing to go to a playgroup. These groups provide children with a relaxed, friendly environment in which they are able to play independently with other children, while still having the security of their parents close by. This can be a great help in building a child’s confidence. The group offers a variety of activities such as play dough, painting and water play for the children, as well as Pediatric first Aid, Parenting Classes, plus others as the need arises.

Register by email: admin@newbridgefrc.ie or 045 438173

Newbridge FRC Mens Group - BBQ

Register by email: admin@newbridgefrc.ie or 045 438173

Launch of Photo Exhibition on what it means to be included as an older person in Kildare. Findings on unmet needs of the over seventies survey completed 2021

Breakout Art Group will be giving demonstrators of pottery and cardmaking.   Register to attend: Contact Athy Family Resource Centre 059 86 32899

Local art groups will display pieces they have been working on in the last 2 years. Will do demonstrations (for example, card making and pottery) also in the session for all interested.   Drop in to Athy Community FRC to register you place, or ring us on 059 8632899 or email us at info@athycfrc.ie

ALONE will be hosting two Webinars on the range of services provided by ALONE to people aged over 60 in the community and information on opportunities for people wishing to get involved.   How to attend? Webinars will be held on Zoom. You can log on using the Meeting ID below. 11:30am Webinar - Meeting […]

Interactive workshop on drug education, prevention and awareness. Focusing on debunking myths, exploring beliefs, values and attitudes regarding drugs & alcohol through fun and engaging activities. Registration can be done on the day by parents/guardians