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SUMMARY:Irish Wildlife Trust: Trawling for Answers Film Screening\, with Kenmare Tidy Towns
DESCRIPTION:As part of the Kenmare Celebration of Our Bay festival the Irish Wildlife Trust is delighted to be hosting a screening of their documentary film Trawling for Answers. This film  explores issues around bottom trawling and marine protection in Ireland. Grace Carr\, IWT Marine Advocacy Officer\, speaks with  fish producer organisations\, environmental researchers\, ex commercial bottom trawlers\, conservationists and more in a trip around Ireland seeking to find out how well our waters are protected and what else needs to be done.  \nThe event will consist of the film screening followed by a Q&A at the Carnegie Arts Centre\, after which we will head over to the Lansdowne Arms Hotel for an informal discussion of the film’s themes.
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/trawling-for-answers-film-screening-kenmare/
LOCATION:Carnegie Arts Centre\, Library Building\, Kenmare\, V93 PD1W
CATEGORIES:Accessible by Public Transport,Art,Coastlines and Marine,Fish
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260524T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260524T150000
DTSTAMP:20260530T111547
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SUMMARY:My Recycled Paper Garden: Tear\, Stick & Grow! Family Art Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Get creative with recycled materials in this fun\, hands-on family workshop as part of National Biodiversity Week and inspired by William Morris’ Flora Tapestry. Children will design their own colourful paper gardens using repurposed Museum booklets\, maps\, and leaflets while learning about biodiversity and sustainability. \n\nWith simple templates for younger children and creative freedom for older ones\, this relaxed session blends making\, learning\, and imagination. All materials provided\, just bring your creativity! Children must be accompanied by an adult. Suitable for ages 5 – 13.\n\nPre-booking is required. Tickets are available via the following link: BOOK NOW
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/my-recycled-paper-garden-tear-stick-grow-family-art-workshop/
LOCATION:D07 XKV4\, National Museum of Ireland\, Collins Barracks\, Benburb St\, Dublin 7\, D07 XKV4\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Accessible by Public Transport,Art,Family Friendly,For Kids,Garden,Wheelchair Accessible,Wildflowers
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260524T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260524T133000
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SUMMARY:Remembering Through the Landscape: Dance Performance
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a unique performance that connects memories with the beauty of nature in a whole new way. \n\n\n\n\nRemembering Through The Landscape is a new site-specific art movement choreography by Inma Pavon Dance Company for the Kinship Project. \nThis new piece\, based in a combination of short choreographed improvisation pieces\, will be performed on 24th May in different locations throughout the park. Accompanied by the natural sounds of the park\, the audience are invited to feel fully immersed in the landscape and move with the piece as it progresses through the environment. For starting point\, meet at the EcoLab. \nIPDC is directed by Choreographer/Director Inma Pavon in collaboration with Dance Artists Maria Joyce\, Connie-Jane Lovell and Marleen Elisabeth Hein. \nAbout KinShip EcoLab\nKinShip is an ambitious public art project located in Cork’s Tramore Valley Park\, designed to explore our interconnectedness with the environment through artistic practice\, community engagement\, and ecological reflection. The EcoLab provides a space for dialogue and co-creation in service of a more sustainable and caring future.
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/remembering-through-the-landscape-dance-performance/
LOCATION:Tramore Valley Park\, T12 AE86
CATEGORIES:Art
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260523T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260523T153000
DTSTAMP:20260530T111547
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SUMMARY:Native Plant Dye Painting: A Celebration of Biodiversity & Bealtaine
DESCRIPTION:This Biodiversity Week join printmaker Emily Mc Gardle to learn about native Irish dye plants\, their historical uses in Ireland\, and their connection to Irish language and folklore. Celebrate Bealtaine and discover how native wildflowers\, plants\, and trees can be used to create art materials such as ink\, charcoal\, and paint. \nAll materials will be provided. \nSessions are for adults only and booking is essential. \nSat 23 May – 10.30am-11.30pm – Dundalk Library (Dundalk Roden Place Dundalk\, A91 RC44)\nSat 23 May – 2.30pm-3.30pm – Dunleer Library (Main Street\, A92 DRV0) \nPlease email libraryhelpdesk@louthcoco.ie indicating which session you wish to attend\, to secure your place. \nThis session is funded through the Local Authority Biodiversity Action Fund by the National Parks and Wildlife Service and Louth County Council.\nIt has been organised by the Louth County Council Biodiversity Officer.\nThe Local Authority Biodiversity Officer Programme is delivered in partnership between Local Government Ireland and the Heritage Council\, and is part of the Ceangal Local Authority Heritage Programme. \n 
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/native-plant-dye-painting-a-celebration-of-biodiversity-bealtaine/2026-05-23/2/
LOCATION:Louth Libraries
CATEGORIES:Accessible by Public Transport,Art,Hedgerows,Trees and Woodlands,Wildflowers
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260523T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260523T170000
DTSTAMP:20260530T111547
CREATED:20260513T185335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T185335Z
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SUMMARY:Screening of ‘by water’\, an experimental film by Leonora Neary
DESCRIPTION:As part of National Biodiversity Week’s programme of events\, artist Leonora Neary shares her film\, ‘by water’\, at the Factory Performance Space in Sligo town on Saturday\, May 23rd. \nCombining film footage and the artist’s own musical composition\, this piece explores the beauty and wonder of Lough Arrow in south county Sligo. \nFifteen minutes in duration\, the film will be screened from 2-5pm every half hour. This event is supported by Blue Raincoat Theatre Company.
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/screening-of-by-water-an-experimental-film-by-leonora-neary/
LOCATION:The Factory Performance Space\, Quay Street\, Sligo\, F91 H327
CATEGORIES:Art
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260523T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260523T163000
DTSTAMP:20260530T111547
CREATED:20260430T091220Z
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SUMMARY:The Grove Donnybrook Botanical Walk and Photographic Cyanotype Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Grove will be open all afternoon from 2pm for visitors to enjoy this green oasis in the heart of the city. Botanist Catriona Brady will lead a guided walk of the plants of the Grove. Those on the photographic cyanotype workshop an collect samples. The workshop must be booked through Eventbrite as places are limited and aged over 14 years. At 3pm the cyanotype workshop  will begin with Visual Artist Sarah Louise Lordan. Photographic cyanotypes were first used in the early 19th century by botanist Anna Atkins. Anna merged scientific accuracy and artistic beauty in pioneering photograms that documented botanical specimens.  She self published the first book of photographic illustrations of algae.  Attendees will use photograms\, the technique of creating photographic prints without a camera is as old as photography itself.  This is a free unique event please book on Eventbrite. Over 14 years. This workshop will document the significance of this urban green space\, the plant species present and pay homage to our benefactor Kathleen Goodfellow and her artist friend Estella Solomons.https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/celebrate-national-biodiversity-week-photographic-cyanotype-workshop-tickets-1986991049718?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl \nThe Grove is located at the corner of Morehampton road and Wellington Place\, Donnybrook\, Dublin 4. Please use side gate
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/the-grove-donnybrook-botanical-walk-and-photographic-cyanotype-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Accessible by Public Transport,Art,Rivers and Ponds,Trees and Woodlands
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260523T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260523T160000
DTSTAMP:20260530T111547
CREATED:20260509T161609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T161643Z
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SUMMARY:IN-PERSON TALK “Gardening for Nature” and FILM SCREENINGS
DESCRIPTION:Green Foundation Ireland\, in partnership with Connecting Cabra and the Cabra Biodiversity Festival\, invite you to join us \nOUR TALK – “Gardening for Nature”\nCiarán De Buitléar\, author and wildlife gardener\, will talk about his book Nature’s Acre and give tips on gardening for wildlife. The book is a true story about a small Irish garden\, mental health\, and learning to live with wildlife instead of against it. A wildlife-garden diary\, community story and account of holding a nervous system together with soil under the fingernails\, Ciarán will talk about his story behind the book\, and give tips on wildlife gardening. \nOUR FILM SCREENINGS – Resilient Cabra: Stories of People\, Place\, Nature and Water\nOur talk will be followed by a relaxed screening of films and stories all about Cabra – its people\, its nature\, and the places we share. We will be showing two short films on the River Bradogue\, flooding in the area\, and some of the nature restoration work happening locally. There will also be a short documentary The Tolka – This is Your River\, which flows right past Cabra.
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/in-person-talk-gardening-for-nature-and-film-screenings/
LOCATION:Christ the King Church\, Offaly Road\, Cabra\, Dublin\, D07 N2Y1
CATEGORIES:Art,Garden,Rivers and Ponds
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260523T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260523T150000
DTSTAMP:20260530T111547
CREATED:20260428T171945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T171945Z
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SUMMARY:Weedy Inks
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate local biodiversity through craft and creativity at this hands-on upcycling and printmaking workshop with Workhouse Union. \n\nUsing inks made from native plants such as nettles\, dock\, and ivy\, participants will create block-printed cotton patches for sewing\, mending\, and reuse. This workshop highlights the beauty\, resilience\, and usefulness of everyday “weeds\,” connecting creative practice with the living landscape around us.  Facilitated by Hollie Kearns & Michelle McMahon.
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/weedy-inks/
LOCATION:Callan\, Workhouse Union\, Callan\, R95KC95
CATEGORIES:Art,Community Action,Family Friendly,Wildflowers
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260523T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260523T130000
DTSTAMP:20260530T111547
CREATED:20260515T220323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T220323Z
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SUMMARY:Microbuddiez workshop
DESCRIPTION:Microbuddiez invites families to explore the hidden world of microbes and their role in Ireland’s ecosystems. Join us in Longford Library for an interactive workshop combining science\, art\, and hands on discovery as we explore microbes  and microbiomes in bogs\, oceans\, soils\, and the human body. This worshop illustrates the importance of microbial biodiversity in a fun\, accessible\, and memorable way. Suitable for 6-12 year olds. Parental supervision required. \nRing Longford Library branch to book.
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/microbuddiez-workshop/2026-05-23/
CATEGORIES:Art,Family Friendly,For Kids,Health
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260523T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260523T130000
DTSTAMP:20260530T111547
CREATED:20260421T085631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T085631Z
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SUMMARY:Birds of Tramore Valley Park
DESCRIPTION:Join us for guided birdwatching at Tramore Valley Park on Saturday the 23rd of May at 11 am. The walk will be led by ornithologist Sarah Barry as she guides you through the changing habitats of Tramore Valley Park identifying various species of birds found within the park. \nWe will also be launching our online publication on urban Irish birds created by artist Ann Lambe. \nHere’s what you need to know: \nWhat: A guided birdwatching walk at Tramore Valley Park\nWhen: Saturday\, 23rd May at 11:00 am.\nWhere: Tramore Valley Park\nWhat to Bring: Binoculars if you have them\, weather-appropriate outerwear and sturdy footwear\nAbout our speakers:\nSarah Barry is a a community-focused ecologist\, ornithologist\, and former veterinary surgeon with a strong foundation in Irish agricultural systems and landscape ecology. And is experienced in bird monitoring\, habitat restoration\, and science communication. \nAnn Lambe is a visual artist whose work is rooted in depicting nature and wildlife to inspire an appreciation of the natural world and the conservation of our species\, habitats and biodiversity. \nKinship and Community Foundation Ireland are pleased to support Nature Network Ireland’s vision in community engagement through nature and art. \nPlease be advised that a member of Nature Network Ireland may take photographs during this event. It is important for us to be able to document the work we do. These images may be used in future for promotional purposes for our organisation. Please email eventscnn@gmail.com or inform the leader on the day if you do not wish to appear in any photographs. \nTo sign up for this event\, follow this link. https://www.tickettailor.com/events/naturenetworkireland/2149875 \nIllustration by: Ann Lambe
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/birds-of-tramore-valley-park/
LOCATION:Tramore Valley Park\, T12 AE86
CATEGORIES:Art,Birds,Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260523T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260523T123000
DTSTAMP:20260530T111547
CREATED:20260508T110857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T110857Z
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SUMMARY:Bláthanna Bealtaine: Painting Wildflowers on Silk Satin
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate May’s flowers with artist Catherine McCourt. \nThis 2-hr satin silk painting art class will explore the diversity of native wildflowers in bloom this Bealtaine season. \nAll materials will be provided. \nSessions are for adults only and booking is essential. \nSessions will be be held in libraries across Louth. \n\nFri 15 May – 2.30pm-4.30pm – Dundalk Library (Dundalk Roden Place Dundalk\, A91 RC44)\nSat 16 May – 10.30am-12.30pm – Ardee Library (Market Square\, Ardee\, A92 XH22)\nFri 22 May – 2.30pm-4.30pm – Drogheda Library (Stockwell Lane\, Drogheda\, A92 PY20)\nSat 23 May – 10.30am-12.30pm – Dunleer Library (Main Street\, A92 DRV0)\n\nPlease email libraryhelpdesk@louthcoco.ie indicating which session you wish to attend\, to secure your place. \nThis session is funded through the Local Authority Biodiversity Action Fund by the National Parks and Wildlife Service and Louth County Council.\nIt has been organised by the Louth County Council Biodiversity Officer.\nThe Local Authority Biodiversity Officer Programme is delivered in partnership between Local Government Ireland and the Heritage Council\, and is part of the Ceangal Local Authority Heritage Programme.
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/blathanna-bealtaine-painting-wildflowers-on-silk-satin/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:Louth Libraries
CATEGORIES:Accessible by Public Transport,Art,Garden,Hedgerows,Wildflowers
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260523T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260523T113000
DTSTAMP:20260530T111547
CREATED:20260508T110823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T110823Z
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SUMMARY:Native Plant Dye Painting: A Celebration of Biodiversity & Bealtaine
DESCRIPTION:This Biodiversity Week join printmaker Emily Mc Gardle to learn about native Irish dye plants\, their historical uses in Ireland\, and their connection to Irish language and folklore. Celebrate Bealtaine and discover how native wildflowers\, plants\, and trees can be used to create art materials such as ink\, charcoal\, and paint. \nAll materials will be provided. \nSessions are for adults only and booking is essential. \nSat 23 May – 10.30am-11.30pm – Dundalk Library (Dundalk Roden Place Dundalk\, A91 RC44)\nSat 23 May – 2.30pm-3.30pm – Dunleer Library (Main Street\, A92 DRV0) \nPlease email libraryhelpdesk@louthcoco.ie indicating which session you wish to attend\, to secure your place. \nThis session is funded through the Local Authority Biodiversity Action Fund by the National Parks and Wildlife Service and Louth County Council.\nIt has been organised by the Louth County Council Biodiversity Officer.\nThe Local Authority Biodiversity Officer Programme is delivered in partnership between Local Government Ireland and the Heritage Council\, and is part of the Ceangal Local Authority Heritage Programme. \n 
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/native-plant-dye-painting-a-celebration-of-biodiversity-bealtaine/2026-05-23/1/
LOCATION:Louth Libraries
CATEGORIES:Accessible by Public Transport,Art,Hedgerows,Trees and Woodlands,Wildflowers
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260522T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260522T210000
DTSTAMP:20260530T111547
CREATED:20260506T164657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T095835Z
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SUMMARY:Screening of “Catchment” Short Film Series at Knocksink Wood
DESCRIPTION:On International Day of Biodiversity\, explore the lives of rivers and meet the people who protect them through these beautiful short films. \n\n\n\n\n\nKnocksink Wood Education Centre*\, 7.30pm \nFrom mountains to sea\, from headwaters to estuary\, the catchment of a river connects and encompasses entire ecosystems\, carrying animals and plants\, people and pollutants alike. This beautiful series of short films explores river catchments across Wicklow and beyond\, introducing the lives of river creatures and the people who protect them. \nFriday 22nd May. Refreshments at 7pm\, screening at 7.30. \n*Please note that the carpark at Knocksink Wood Education Centre is currently closed; the Education Centre is a pleasant 15-20 minutes stroll from the Bog Meadow Car Park in Enniskerry village. \nCATCHMENTS 2025 is supported by Taighde Éireann – Research Ireland* Discover Award\, Creative Ireland\, The Department of Education\, the UCD Earth Institute\, Wicklow County Council\, Meath County Council\, Monaghan County Council\, South Dublin County Council\, Limerick City & County Council\, Cork County Council\, Clare County Council\, Solstice Arts Centre.\nCATCHMENTS 2025 is also supported  by the Creative Ireland Programme\, an all-of-government five-year initiative\, from 2023 to 2027\, which places creativity at the centre of public policy. Further information from creativeireland.gov.ie.
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/screening-of-catchment-short-film-series-at-knocksink-wood/
LOCATION:A98 N295\, Knocksink Wood Education Centre\, Enniskerry\, A98 N295
CATEGORIES:Art,Wetlands
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260522T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260522T210000
DTSTAMP:20260530T111547
CREATED:20260430T135023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T135023Z
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SUMMARY:Special Screening of “Catchment” Short Film Series
DESCRIPTION:Knocksink Wood Education Centre*\, 7.30pm \nFrom mountains to sea\, from headwaters to estuary\, the catchment of a river connects and encompasses entire ecosystems\, carrying animals and plants\, people and pollutants alike. This beautiful series of short films explores river catchments across Wicklow and beyond\, introducing the lives of river creatures and the people who protect them. \nRefreshments at 7pm\, screening at 7.30. *Please note that the carpark at Knocksink Wood Education Centre is currently closed; the Education Centre is a pleasant 15-20 minutes stroll from the Bog Meadow Car Park in Enniskerry village.
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/special-screening-of-catchment-short-film-series/
LOCATION:Knocksink Wood Education Centre\, Knocksink\, Enniskerry\, A98 N295
CATEGORIES:Art,Rivers and Ponds,Trees and Woodlands,Wetlands
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260522T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260522T163000
DTSTAMP:20260530T111547
CREATED:20260508T110857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T110857Z
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SUMMARY:Bláthanna Bealtaine: Painting Wildflowers on Silk Satin
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate May’s flowers with artist Catherine McCourt. \nThis 2-hr satin silk painting art class will explore the diversity of native wildflowers in bloom this Bealtaine season. \nAll materials will be provided. \nSessions are for adults only and booking is essential. \nSessions will be be held in libraries across Louth. \n\nFri 15 May – 2.30pm-4.30pm – Dundalk Library (Dundalk Roden Place Dundalk\, A91 RC44)\nSat 16 May – 10.30am-12.30pm – Ardee Library (Market Square\, Ardee\, A92 XH22)\nFri 22 May – 2.30pm-4.30pm – Drogheda Library (Stockwell Lane\, Drogheda\, A92 PY20)\nSat 23 May – 10.30am-12.30pm – Dunleer Library (Main Street\, A92 DRV0)\n\nPlease email libraryhelpdesk@louthcoco.ie indicating which session you wish to attend\, to secure your place. \nThis session is funded through the Local Authority Biodiversity Action Fund by the National Parks and Wildlife Service and Louth County Council.\nIt has been organised by the Louth County Council Biodiversity Officer.\nThe Local Authority Biodiversity Officer Programme is delivered in partnership between Local Government Ireland and the Heritage Council\, and is part of the Ceangal Local Authority Heritage Programme.
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/blathanna-bealtaine-painting-wildflowers-on-silk-satin/2026-05-22/
LOCATION:Louth Libraries
CATEGORIES:Accessible by Public Transport,Art,Garden,Hedgerows,Wildflowers
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260521T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260521T210000
DTSTAMP:20260530T111547
CREATED:20260423T101139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T135359Z
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SUMMARY:Cloughjordan Cine Club: Listen to the Land Speak by Manchán Magan
DESCRIPTION:Cloughjordan Cine Club will host Listen to the Land Speak – a stunning watch\, full of dramatic\, star-soaked cinematography.  Ireland has rarely looked so beautiful. Filmed over four seasons\, it concludes with a raucous Samhain parade in Clonakilty\, Co Cork\, a time to celebrate the wildness in us\, as winter creeps in.  \nIn this documentary\, Manchán Magan explores the connections between the physical landscape\, our language & culture and Irish identity. He also reflects on his own cancer battle. Magan touches on the beauty of life and death in our world\, and even though darkness is looming\, there’s always a glimmer of hope ahead. At some point\, the days will get longer\, and the grass will grow again.
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/cloughjordan-cine-club-listen-to-the-land-speak-by-manchan-magan/
LOCATION:Thomas MacDonagh Museum\, Lower Mainstreet\, Cloughjordan\, E53 EV29
CATEGORIES:Accessible by Public Transport,Art
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260521T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260521T180000
DTSTAMP:20260530T111547
CREATED:20260513T184933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T184933Z
UID:10004138-1779379200-1779386400@biodiversityweek.ie
SUMMARY:Inspired by Nature - An Art Workshop
DESCRIPTION:An Art workshop on drawing the nature around us – join us for a relaxed and creative workshop where we’ll explore and draw the beauty of nature that surround us.  Let nature inspire your creativity.  All welcome no experience needed!
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/inspired-by-nature-an-art-workshop/
LOCATION:Cassandra Hand Folk & Famine Centre\, Clones\, Clones\, Co. Monaghan\, H23 PC60
CATEGORIES:Art,Family Friendly,For Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260521T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260521T153000
DTSTAMP:20260530T111547
CREATED:20260415T143712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T073401Z
UID:10003443-1779372000-1779377400@biodiversityweek.ie
SUMMARY:Nature & Gelli Print Workshops
DESCRIPTION:This event is now BOOKED OUT. \nExplore the creative connection between nature and art in this hands‑on gelli print workshop. Using natural materials and simple printmaking techniques\, participants will learn how to create beautiful gelli prints inspired by the natural world. \nMorning Session: 10.00am – 11.30am\nAfternoon Session: 2.00pm – 3.30pm \nBooking is essential: please email biodiversity@mayococo.ie to secure your place. \nThis event is funded by Mayo County Council Biodiversity Office via the NPWS Local Biodiversity Action Fund.
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/nature-gelli-print-workshops-2/
LOCATION:Custom House Studios and Gallery\,\, Custom House Studios and Gallery\, The Quay\, Westport\, Mayo.
CATEGORIES:Art,Wildflowers
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260521T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260521T120000
DTSTAMP:20260530T111547
CREATED:20260505T095530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T095530Z
UID:10003626-1779357600-1779364800@biodiversityweek.ie
SUMMARY:Nature Exploration at Belvedere House and Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Nature Exploration at Belvedere House and GardensNational Learning Network Event \n📍 Belvedere House\, Gardens and Park📅 Thursday 21st May 2026🕙 10:00 am – 12:00 pm❗ Fully Booked \nParticipants from the National Learning Network will take part in a guided nature exploration session at Belvedere House and Gardens\, including tree planting and creative leaf art activities\, while learning about local habitats and biodiversity in this historic parkland setting.
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/nature-exploration-at-belvedere-house-and-gardens/
LOCATION:Belvedere House Gardens & Park Mullingar\, Mullingar Co Westmeath\, Mullingar\, N91 EF80
CATEGORIES:Art,Trees and Woodlands
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260521T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260521T113000
DTSTAMP:20260530T111547
CREATED:20260415T143637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T073340Z
UID:10003442-1779357600-1779363000@biodiversityweek.ie
SUMMARY:Nature & Gelli Print Workshops
DESCRIPTION:This event is now BOOKED OUT. \nExplore the creative connection between nature and art in this hands‑on gelli print workshop. Using natural materials and simple printmaking techniques\, participants will learn how to create beautiful gelli prints inspired by the natural world. \nMorning Session: 10.00am – 11.30am\nAfternoon Session: 2.00pm – 3.30pm \nBooking is essential: please email biodiversity@mayococo.ie to secure your place. \nThis event is funded by Mayo County Council Biodiversity Office via the NPWS Local Biodiversity Action Fund \nThis event is now BOOKED OUT.
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/nature-gelli-print-workshops/
LOCATION:Custom House Studios and Gallery\, Custom House Studios and Gallery\, The Quay\, Westport\, Mayo.
CATEGORIES:Art,Wildflowers
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260520T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260520T200000
DTSTAMP:20260530T111547
CREATED:20260414T142041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T100125Z
UID:10001607-1779300000-1779307200@biodiversityweek.ie
SUMMARY:Kenmare Bay: Lives and Wildlife
DESCRIPTION:Join Streamscapes\, Vincent Hyland\, and guests for an exploration of the wildlife\, history and folklore of Kenmare Bay. This free event is open to everyone. Come along to explore the bay’s underwater world\, to hear about ongoing and upcoming research and activities\, to discuss the history of the bay and consider its future.
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/kenmare-bay-deep-map-booklet-launch/
LOCATION:Library Building\, Shelbourne St\, Kenmare\, Co. Kerry\, V93 PD1W\, Library Building\, Shelbourne St\, Kenmare\, Co. Kerry\,\, V93 PD1W
CATEGORIES:Art,Birds,Citizen Science,Coastlines and Marine,Community Action,Family Friendly,Fish,Mammals,Whales and Dolphins
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260520T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260520T123000
DTSTAMP:20260530T111547
CREATED:20260430T134945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T134945Z
UID:10003606-1779273000-1779280200@biodiversityweek.ie
SUMMARY:Moving Nature
DESCRIPTION:An immersion in free-form\, meditative outdoor movement practice within the 28 acre nature reserve at An Sanctoir; \na peaceful haven of meadow\, rock\, woodland\, bog and rivers. \nThe intention of this event is to offer you an embodied experience of connection with the natural world. To “listen to the land speak” (Machan Magan)and notice the life that surrounds us\, so that we can forge a heartfelt and bodily connection with the natural world\, and experience with fresh eyes the life that surrounds us every day. \nConnect intimately with the natural world through your moving body\, senses and awareness of the present moment: Walk barefoot or sit on the grass\, rest on a rock\, stretch\, roll\, move however you want to move. \nRe-member your belonging within the biosphere\, and with the other-than-human beings with whom we share this miraculous world \nPlease wear warm outdoor clothing that you can move easily in\, and sturdy footwear. We will be walking and moving on different types of ground and you will need to be mobile enough to walk to different parts of the site. \nFacilitated by Claire Osborne: eco-activist\, Amerta movement guide\, art therapist and yoga therapist. www.yogaandmovement.com \nVenue: An Sanctoir. A holistic centre in West Cork with a 28 acre nature reserve that is open year round to the community to walk and spend time on. \nTo register contact Claire Osborne 0862134080
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/moving-nature/
LOCATION:an sanctoir\, An Sanctoir\, Ballydehob\, P81XF34
CATEGORIES:Art,Health
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260520T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260520T113000
DTSTAMP:20260530T111547
CREATED:20260505T095719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T095719Z
UID:10003620-1779271200-1779276600@biodiversityweek.ie
SUMMARY:Creative flowers & botanicals\, hands-on biodiversity workshop!
DESCRIPTION:Date: Wednesday\, 20th May 2026\nTime: 10:00 am – 11:30 pm\nLocation: Athlone Family Resource Centre\, A.C.T business development centre\, \nBall Alley Lane\, Athlone\, Co. Westmeath\, N37 H6R2\nEvent Type: Adult Workshop \nBooking: Free\, but booking is essential \nContact: FB: @AthloneFamilyResourceCentre \nJoin Anna from Big Sky Flowers for a creative\, hands-on biodiversity workshop! Enjoy creative play with flowers and other botanicals\, crafting a sustainable and fragrant display using fresh\, locally grown botanicals. Explore colour and shape to create a unique natural arrangement.
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/creative-flowers-botanicals-hands-on-biodiversity-workshop-2/
LOCATION:N37 H6R2\, Athlone Family Resource Centre\, A.C.T business development centre\,\, N37 H6R2
CATEGORIES:Art,Wildflowers
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260519T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260519T130000
DTSTAMP:20260530T111548
CREATED:20260515T220323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T220323Z
UID:10004177-1779188400-1779195600@biodiversityweek.ie
SUMMARY:Microbuddiez workshop
DESCRIPTION:Microbuddiez invites families to explore the hidden world of microbes and their role in Ireland’s ecosystems. Join us in Longford Library for an interactive workshop combining science\, art\, and hands on discovery as we explore microbes  and microbiomes in bogs\, oceans\, soils\, and the human body. This worshop illustrates the importance of microbial biodiversity in a fun\, accessible\, and memorable way. Suitable for 6-12 year olds. Parental supervision required. \nRing Longford Library branch to book.
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/microbuddiez-workshop/2026-05-19/
CATEGORIES:Art,Family Friendly,For Kids,Health
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260519T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260519T123000
DTSTAMP:20260530T111548
CREATED:20260505T100257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T100257Z
UID:10003639-1779186600-1779193800@biodiversityweek.ie
SUMMARY:Felting with Morag Donald
DESCRIPTION:Wild flower felting workshop with Morag Donald. \nPlaces limited. Booking essential. Contact Cavan County Museum 049-854 4070 or email info@cavanmuseum.ie \n  \nRefreshments served
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/felting-with-morag-donald/
LOCATION:A82 YP70\, Cavan County Museum\, Ballyjamesduff\, A82 YP70
CATEGORIES:Art,Wildflowers
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260519T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260519T113000
DTSTAMP:20260530T111548
CREATED:20260505T095700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T095700Z
UID:10003621-1779184800-1779190200@biodiversityweek.ie
SUMMARY:Creative flowers & botanicals\, hands-on biodiversity workshop!
DESCRIPTION:Cara Phort Family Resource Centre –Biodiversity Workshop Creative play with flowers and other botanicals. \n  \nDate:  Tuesday 19th May 2026\nTime: 10:00 am – 11:30: pm\nLocation: Cara Phort Family Resource Center\, Harbour St. Ballynacargy\, Co. Westmeath\, N91 RD21\nEvent Type: Adult Workshop \nBooking: Free\, but booking is essential. \nContact: 087 1341478 or email outreach@caraphortfrc.ie \nJoin Anna from Big Sky Flowers for a creative\, hands-on biodiversity workshop! Enjoy creative play with flowers and other botanicals\, crafting a sustainable and fragrant display using fresh\, locally grown botanicals. Explore colour and shape to create a unique natural arrangement.
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/creative-flowers-botanicals-hands-on-biodiversity-workshop/
LOCATION:N91 RD21\, Cara Phort Family Resource Center\, Harbour St. Ballynacargy\, Co. Westmeath\, N91 RD21\, N91 RD21
CATEGORIES:Art,Wildflowers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260518T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260521T163000
DTSTAMP:20260530T111548
CREATED:20260515T220419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T220419Z
UID:10004182-1779094800-1779381000@biodiversityweek.ie
SUMMARY:Life on the Beech
DESCRIPTION:An exploration of the species supported by our wondrous Beech tree. A window into the world of biodiversity\, ecosystems\, and microcosms. \nLichens\, mosses\, fungi\, ferns\, plants\, birds and invertebrates are intricately connected as a resilient community sustained by the tree and by one another.
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/life-on-the-beech/
LOCATION:V92VW74\, An Diseart\, Green St\,\, Dingle\, V92VW74
CATEGORIES:Art
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260516T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260516T210000
DTSTAMP:20260530T111548
CREATED:20260429T102357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T102357Z
UID:10003487-1778954400-1778965200@biodiversityweek.ie
SUMMARY:Wild for Clonbur
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the launch of a new wildlife and nature initiative for Clonbur\, including a biodiversity action plan – with a landmark exhibition open from 6-9 pm\, and a Q&A from local wildlife photographer Shay Doran at 8 pm. \nClonbur Cloghbrack Community Council is launching a dedicated group to celebrate\, support and enhance the wildlife and natural habitats of our community: from the woods\, lakes and rivers\, to our gardens\, roadsides\, and fields. \nCome along to find out more\, and share your own ideas about what actions you’d like to see locally for nature – while enjoying an exhibition of truly beautiful images. \nShay Doran has photographed nature and wildlife all over the world. And he has spent the last several years patiently tracking\, observing and photographing the birds and animals living in the native woodlands around Lough Mask and Lough Corrib. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to see his incredible photography up close – and hear some of the fascinating and hilarious stories behind the shots. \nExhibition open from 6 to 9 pm. \nLaunch and Q&A at 8 pm.
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/wild-for-clonbur/
LOCATION:F12 T9P7\, Clonbur Community Centre\, Clonbur\, F12 T9P7
CATEGORIES:Accessible by Public Transport,Art,Birds,Community Action,Mammals,Trees and Woodlands
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260516T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260516T180000
DTSTAMP:20260530T111548
CREATED:20260402T153443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T111941Z
UID:10001538-1778940000-1778954400@biodiversityweek.ie
SUMMARY:Graphic Recording
DESCRIPTION:This event is delivered as part of  BioFest\, a two day festival of biodiversity in West Cork.  Hazel Hurley will capture the broad conversation about Nature Restoration\, community action and public participation to be used as a tool for further community involvement.
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/graphic-recording/
LOCATION:Ballydehob\, Co. Cork\, Ballydehob\, Co. Cork
CATEGORIES:Accessible by Public Transport,Art,Citizen Science,Community Action
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260516T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260516T153000
DTSTAMP:20260530T111548
CREATED:20260402T152944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T091022Z
UID:10001533-1778938200-1778945400@biodiversityweek.ie
SUMMARY:Eco-Print Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is delivered as part of  BioFest a two day festival of biodiversity in West Cork.  A card printing workshop focusing on local biodiversity using recycled cardboard with hand made and water-based inks.  Places limited so booking is essential.
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/eco-print-workshop/
LOCATION:Ballydehob\, Co. Cork\, Ballydehob\, Co. Cork
CATEGORIES:Accessible by Public Transport,Art
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