If you were to go down to the woods in Jenkinstown on Sunday (Jun 9) you would sure have a big surprise!! The serene calm of the woods was stirred by the arrival of several hundred concerned citizens who came to protest against the proposed sale of Coillte forests. Over 20 such walks took place […]
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The Irish Government is currently considering the sale of our public forests to private investors. The harvesting rights of more than 1 million acres will be lost for several generations and access to our forests could be severely limited. Our forests are a refuge for flora, fauna and humans alike. They belong to the citizens […]
Oct – Dec 2012 Join us again at the Hole in the Wall, High Street, Kilkenny, for Future Proof Kilkenny’s 6th season of films exploring the global issues of sustainability, justice, equality and the environment. Films start at 8pm. Admission is free of charge but a contribution of €5 is appreciated to cover our costs. […]
A beautiful collection of flowers, shrubs, window boxes and herbs will be available at the Good Shepherd Garden Sale this Sunday. A nice variety of vegetable plants including, Tomatoe, Courgette and Squash will also be available. Its expected to be a nice summers day with Strawberry and Elderflower cordial on hand for refreshments. Get your […]
Next weekend: 25th – 26th February On Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th February Marjó Oosterhoff will be teaching a mindfulness retreat (non-residential) in the Castalia Hall of Camphill Community in Ballytobin near Callan. The retreat will start at 10.30 am on both days, and finish around 4 pm. All are welcome, the retreat is suitable […]