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Spare, Share, Care & Enjoy…
October is Mental Health month & to celebrate the occasion, a whole host of activities & events have been organised throughout West Cork. For the full listing, including dates, times, locations, costs, etc, click below. www.musicalive.ie/feelgoodfestival’23 That said, September promises to go out with a bang & October shows no signs of dropping off! Here […]
Time To Make Hay…
There are so many events taking place throughout West Cork this Culture Night, so if you are looking for something to do, then look no further. Culture Night ’23 That said, the fun & festivities don’t stop there. Once again, here are just a few suggestions to see you over the coming 7 days. 23 […]
Oh What A Night…
Culture Night ’23 is happening this Friday(22/09), so if you are looking for something to do, then look no further! For your convenience, I have created a separate page dedicated solely to events, activities & workshops taking place throughout West Cork…throughout the day. Culture Night ’23 – West Cork For those of you travelling further […]
Badge of Honour…
Autumn is definitely with us, but there are no signs of festivals & events slowing down just yet! Once again, there is a whole host of activities taking place throughout West Cork over the coming 7 days. Here are just a few suggestions. 15-17 Art Exhibition Sherkin Island 15-17 Country Music/Jiving Fest Clonakilty 16-17 Military […]
Long Live Tradition…
Once again there are a whole host of festivals & events taking place throughout West Cork over the coming 7 days & as ever, there is also something for everyone. Listed below are just a few suggestions. 8-10 Art Exhibition Sherkin Island 8-10 Road Bowling Tournament Castletownbere 9-10 Baltimore “Wet Weekend” Baltimore 10 Lighthouse Open […]
Time for something new…
Today is the 1st official metrological day of autumn! Whilst there remains a whole host of festivals & events over the coming 7 days throughout West Cork, I want to dedicate this post to the vast number & variety of ‘Workshops’ available. To date, there are 53 different workshops meeting on a weekly bases & […]
Once Upon A Time…
The summer may well be coming to an end, but I’m happy to say that West Cork activities are showing no signs of easing up over the next 7 days. Here are just a few suggestions. 25-27 DeBarra-Palooza Music Celebration Clonakilty 25-27 Inchigeela Festival Pt:2 Inchigeela 25 Telescope Night Allihies 26-27 Lighthouse Open Weekend Kinsale […]
Singing the Blues…
There are literally so many festivals, events, online services & workshops taking place throughout West Cork over the coming 7 days, I’ve decided to list more than usual, so take your pick. 18-20 Blues, Soul & Roots Festival Skibbereen 18-20 Dunmanway Arts Weekend Dunmanway 18-20 Inchigeela Festival Pt:1 Inchigeela 18-28 Timoleague Harvest Festival Timoleague 19-20 […]
Know Your Roots…
As well as the continued variety of festivals & events taking place throughout West Cork over the coming 7 days, we are also approaching National Heritage Week, for which a whole series of events have been organised locally & nationally. Here are just a few suggestions. 11-13 Pitch Perfect Music Festival Ardfield 11-20 Rosscarbery Family […]
Time to ‘Bere’ All…
Once again, we are absolutely spoilt for choice, regarding festivals, events, online services & workshops taking place throughout West Cork over the coming 7 days. Listed below are just a few suggestions. 4-13 Festival by the Sea Castletownbere 4-7 Kilmacabea GAA Festival Leap 4-7 “Mussel” Festival Whiddy Island 6-7 Ballabuidhe Horse Fair Dunmanway 8-13 Bere […]
It’s a Roll-Over…
This Post is dedicated to all of the festivals & events taking place through the end of July & well into August. Listed below are just a few suggestions to choose from. 11(07)-7 ‘Fit Up’ Theatre Ballydehob 24(07)-3 5-Aside Football Regatta Kinsale 29(07)-12 Festival of Golf Fundraiser Glengarriff 29(07)-7 Harbour Festival Courtmacsherry 29(07)-4 Resonate ‘FeelGood’ […]
Keep An ‘Eye’ Out…
Near & far, there are plenty of activities taking place throughout West Cork over the next coming 7 days, so by hook or by crook(haven), you’ve no excuse, other than to get out there & have some fun! Here are just a few suggestions. 21-23 Family Festival Eyeries 22 Baroque Concert Crookhaven 22 Galley Head […]
Mooo-ve On Up…
This weekend once again plays host to a whole variety of festivals & events taking place throughout West Cork over the coming 7 days. There’s no guarantee on the old weather front, but you can rest assured that there is plenty of good craic to be had! Listed below are just a few suggestions to […]
Write On in Bantry…
The weather maybe hit ‘n’ miss, but one thing that remains consistent, is the choice of activities available to you throughout West Cork over the coming 7 days Listed below are just a few suggestions to get you going. 6-9 Arts Weekend Kinsale 7-9 BEDA Festival Ballineen/Enniskeane 7-14 West Cork Literary Festival Bantry 9 Car […]
In it…To win it…
Once again, there are a whole host of activities taking place throughout West Cork over the coming week. Listed below are just a few suggestions. 30 “Spirit Level”(Play) Skibbereen 30 The Beatlebums Gig Fundraiser Glengarriff 1 Jack O’Rourke Gig Baltimore 1 Old Time Fair Clonakilty 2 Annual Duck Race Timoleague 2 Dunmanway Agricultural Show Dunmanway […]
Time’s Abound…
From multicultural to traditional, theatre to film, one off events to full on festivals, there really is so much taking place throughout West Cork over the coming 7 days. Listed below are just a few suggestions. 23 2 One Act Plays Glengarriff 23-25 Summer Fest Durrus 24 Film Premiere Baltimore 24 Kupala Festival Bantry 24 […]
Gather Ye…
Once again, there are a whole host of events taking place throughout West Cork over the coming days…& if your name is O’Donovan, then this week is dedicated to you. Listed below are just a few suggestions to take you up to the weekend, including social media/website links. 13-16 Art & Meditation Retreat Allihies 14-18 […]
On yer bike…
The Bank Holiday may well be behind us, but the fun is far from over. Once again, there is a wide range of activities happening throughout West Cork over the coming days; so much so, listed below are just a few suggestions to take you up to the weekend. 6-8 Contemplative Walking Retreat Allihies 7 […]
It’s Official!!
Yesterday was officially the 1st day of Summer & today is the 1st day of the Bank Holiday weekend. As ever, there is something for everyone, with plenty of varied festivals & events taking place throughout West Cork. In total, there are 29 options available to choose from, listed below are just a few suggestions […]
Make Your Move…
With the month of June all but upon us, there are plenty of activities to see us into the officially metrological beginning of summer. Listed below are just a few suggestions to take us up to the Bank Holiday weekend. 1-10 Art Exhibition Skibbereen 2-4 Bantry Walking Festival Bantry 2 Board Game Fundraiser Castletownbere 2-5 […]
Time for a Cuppa?
Today is the official opening of the new community café in Bantry. The aim of the café is to dismiss the stigma that is attached to mental health, but it is a space that is open & welcoming to all of us & trust me, it serves up delicious coffee & cake. So please do […]
Spring into Action…
As I write this, the sun is shining & spring is definitely in the air! With this fine weather due to stay with us at least until the weekend, why not check out the festival/events guide & make a plan for something fun to do. Here are just a few suggestions. 16 Ladies Open Golf […]
On Yer Bike…
Once again, we are absolutely spoilt for choice over the coming days. Listed below are just a few of the festivals/events taking place throughout West Cork this weekend 12 Sports Inclusion Showcase Dunmanway 12-14 Bosca Beatha Retreat Goleen 13 10Km Run Fundraiser Sheep’s Head 13-21 Bike Week Skibbereen 14 Tour De South Coast Cycle Minane […]
What’s Going On…
Be one step ahead… Before you know it, the summer holidays will be here & you’ll be looking for things to do with the kids. Whilst there is always plenty of options available throughout West Cork for family entertainment, if you fancy a bit of “Me” time, then why not sign them up to one […]
Show Your Support…
Time of Post: 4.15am On Saturday 6th May, people from all over Ireland will be taking part in this year’s ‘Darkness Into Light’ walk. This is a fantastic initiative, because not only does it raise much needed funding, but equally, it raises people’s awareness about mental health & what we can all do in a […]
Once Upon A Time…
There really is so much choice over the May Bank Holiday. Whether you’re looking for something to fill the weekend or just a day trip…or two, then look no further. Here are just a few options. 28 Kids Storytime & Crafts Clonakilty 28 May Day RNLI Fundraiser Skibbereen 29 Rally of the Lakes Beara 30 […]
And All That Jazz…
Yes folks, it’s that time of year, so get out your dancing shoes & be prepared for some culture, entertainment & a whole rake of fun, for the Ballydehob Jazz Festival is happening this May Bank Holiday weekend. This year’s line-up is once again crammed with talent from all over the world & there is […]
Work(shop), Rest & Play…
Winter is over & Summer is just around the corner…ish? So what better way to bridge the gap, than to immerse yourself in a mini project. Listed below are just a few workshop options that are both varied & suitable for all ages. 18(4Wks) Weaving Class Bandon 9.30am-11am FB: BandonNB 19(6Wks) Swimming Lessons(5+yrs) Baltimore 4.30pm/5.30pm […]
Making A Difference…
Whilst I always aim to inform you of What’s On & Where To Go in West Cork, with regards to entertainment & fun for all of the family, I want to use today’s Post to implore all Community, Not-for-Profit & Social groups to send along at least one representative to the “Leader” Public Consultation Event, […]
It’s My B’day…
westcorkCommunity.ie officially launched 1 year ago on 8th April 2022 at the Bantry NLN Centre. To date, there are 899 Groups listed, 32 Podcasts produced & over 1,300 Festivals, Events, Online Services & Workshops promoted…& so much more. I want to take this opportunity to say a massive thank you to everyone that has been […]
Easter Fun for Everyone!
Easter is upon us & for those of you that have a house full of young ones, why not check out the series of Kid’s Easter Camps happening throughout West Cork…& give yourself a break at the same time. 3-5 Football Camp Beara 3-6 Ioga Agus Spraoi Camp Drimoleague 3-7 GAA Camp Johnstown 3-7 Tennis […]
Happy St. Patrick’s Day+…
St. Patrick’s Day is the perfect excuse for people to come together, to celebrate & appreciate the community in which they live and be proud of the contribution that they make. This Post is dedicated to all of the volunteers & employees who work tirelessly on behalf of their community…& today is all about letting […]
Birthday Performance…
‘Voice of West Cork’ podcast, Series 2, Episode 17. “Let It Be…” In this edition, I have an In-depth conversation with Martina Lyne, Secretary, Public Relations Officer & clarinet player with Bandon Concert Band. As well as discussing their 20th anniversary performance, taking place this Saturday 11th March at the Munster Arms Hotel, Bandon, Martina […]
Happy 20th Anniversary…
This Saturday Band Concert Band will be celebrating its 20th Anniversay with a performance at the Munster Arms Hotel, Bandon. Tickets are still available via their website & on the door & it starts at 8pm sharp. FB: BandonConcertBand If you are unable to attend, worry not, as there are plenty of other events happening […]
Newly Opened Community Café
‘Voice of West Cork’ podcast, Series 2 – Episode 16. “Bantry Community Café” In this edition I am joined by Nuala Kenny, founder & team leader and Becky, Natasha & Mo, all representing the newly opened Community Café in Bantry – providing a safe space for people dealing with anxiety, depression &/or mental health issues. […]
Spring Is In The Air…
Some say that the 1st day of spring is St. Brigid’s Day. Others say the 21st February & even the 21st March…or is it when the daffodils 1st appear? Regardless of opinion, the days are getting longer, drier & dare I say, a little bit warmer. So if you have not already come out of […]
Life Throughout The Ages…
The ‘Voice of West Cork’ podcast, Series 2 – Episode 15. In this Edition, I speak with Vincent O’Neill – Chairperson & Conor O’Buachalla – Vice-Chairperson of the Castlehaven & Myross Historical Society. Both give detailed information on the lives & activities of the inhabitants of the parish, dating back to the Bronze Age. They […]
A Time For Giving…
Happy St. Valentine’s Day! Apparently, chocolates, flowers & fancy dinners aside, the best way to show your love, is to make your partner the perfect cup of tea…I’ll leave with you? However, there is plenty of activities happening throughout West Cork this week that I trust will also be of interest. 15 Sheep farmers meeting […]
Get On Course…Get Online.
Regardless of where you live in West Cork, there is a whole series of online courses & workshops available to take part in, many at a time that suits you best throughout the month of February. 1-31 Budding Yoga 1-31 Cancer Care Support 1-31 Connected Teachers Meditation 1-31 Oppositional Defiant Disorder & ADHD 20(6 Evenings) […]
Healthy Body…Healthy Mind…
The ‘Voice of West Cork’ podcast, Series 2 – Episode 14. In this edition I speak with Rob Krawczyk, proprietor & head chef of The Chestnut restaurant in Ballydehob & Nuala Kenny, a qualified Nutritional Therapist + a Mental Health Recovery Support Worker & Open Dialogue Facilitator with the HSE in Bantry. Every New Year, […]