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SUMMARY:Dublin Community Gardens Cycle
DESCRIPTION:Our gathering will bring together cycling and gardening lovers from Dublin City and beyond. Whether beginners or seasoned cyclists\, gardeners or both\, this event is perfect for anyone looking to grow their fitness\, knowledge\, and green thumb.
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/dublin-community-gardens-cycle/
CATEGORIES:Community Action,Garden
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260516T110000
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SUMMARY:Gardening for Biodiversity
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is delivered as part of  BioFest a two day festival of biodiversity in West Cork.  Aimi Pinder of Crooked Boot Farm will share her extensive knowledge of how to support wildlife whilst producing food and flowering plants in your own garden.  Her presentation will be followed by questions and answers
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/gardening-for-biodiversity/
LOCATION:Ballydehob\, Co. Cork\, Ballydehob\, Co. Cork
CATEGORIES:Accessible by Public Transport,Bees and Pollinators,Butterflies and Moths,Garden,Wildflowers
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260516T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260516T150000
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Day – Redbog\, Co. Carlow
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a volunteer day at our land in Redbog Co. Carlow\, to help maintain the boundaries by installing a gate and to continue the great work we started last year removing the confused bridewort from our land with some time for a small site tour at the start of the day too.\nSign up here via eventbrite to secure your spot: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1984812128506?aff=oddtdtcreator \n\n\nLocation to meet is here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ee67PR9ApuPrTcyW6\nA narrow dirt track leads down to the site so please drive carefully on this road. \nMore details will be sent out from Eventbrite shortly before the event and you can also contact us at rory@greensodireland.ie or on 0871616451
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/volunteer-day-redbog-co-carlow/
LOCATION:Redbog\, Co. Carlow
CATEGORIES:Community Action,Garden,Trees and Woodlands
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260516T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260516T133000
DTSTAMP:20260420T111517
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SUMMARY:Nature Sketch Walk with Melissa Culhane
DESCRIPTION:Nature sketch walk around the garden at the Organic Centre with nature artist from Leitrim\, Melissa Culhane (Doran).This is a relaxing workshop focusing on tuning into nature observing the beauty in natural forms.This is suitable for all ages and abilities so it’s perfect for families who want to do something together\, or you can come alone and draw with a group. Will all make simple drawings from observation\, with no pressure. Please bring a sketchbook on the day. https://goradiate.ie/nature-sketch-walks
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/nature-sketch-walk-with-melissa-culhane/
LOCATION:The Organic Centre\, Sraud\, Rossinver\, F91H978\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Garden,Insects,Wildflowers
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260518T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260518T140000
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SUMMARY:The theory and practice of home composting
DESCRIPTION:Come and join Mike Holden in Nenagh Library to learn about the pitfalls\, problems\, and likely barriers to successful home composting. Within this talk\, you get a chance to hold and see various composting tools\, a fully functioning wormery and an example of finished compost.
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/the-theory-and-practice-of-home-composting/
LOCATION:Nenagh Library\, O'Rahilly St\, Nenagh North\, Nenagh\, Co. Tipperary\, Nenagh\, E45 AK50
CATEGORIES:Accessible by Public Transport,Garden
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260518T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260518T203000
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SUMMARY:Kildare Wildlife Rescue
DESCRIPTION:Meet Kildare Wildlife Rescue\, a registered charity for sick\, injured and orphaned wildlife. Last year\, they repsonded to over 13\,000 reports of wildlife in distress. Hear about their work and learn more about how to help our native wildlife.
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/kildare-wildlife-rescue/
LOCATION:The Organic Centre\, Sraud\, Rossinver\, F91H978\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Birds,Butterflies and Moths,Citizen Science,Community Action,Family Friendly,Garden,Hedgerows,Mammals
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260519T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260519T130000
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SUMMARY:Gardening for Pollinators
DESCRIPTION:Join ecologist Karina Dingerkus for an informative talk on how gardens\, no matter their size\, can support pollinators. This session will explore the importance of pollinators for biodiversity and food systems\, and provide practical guidance on pollinator‑friendly planting\, garden management\, and simple actions that make a real difference. \nThis joint event is hosted by the Mayo County Council Biodiversity Office and the Mary Robinson Centre\, and is suitable for gardeners\, community groups\, and anyone with an interest in nature and biodiversity. \nEvent is FREE to attend.
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/gardening-for-pollinators/
LOCATION:Mary Robinson Centre\, Emmet Street\, Ballina\, F26 Y9V3
CATEGORIES:Bees and Pollinators,Garden,Wildflowers
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260519T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260519T200000
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SUMMARY:Gardening for Biodiversity / Herbal Garden Creation
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with Crooked Boot farm\, Green Sod Ireland are hosting a workshop on creating a biodiversity friendly herbal garden at our land in Rosscarbery\, Co. Cork. \nContact paulcullen@gmail.com for more information and to reserve a spot.
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/gardening-for-biodiversity-herbal-garden-creation/
LOCATION:Pairc a’ Tobair\, Burgatia\, Co. Cork\, Rosscarbery
CATEGORIES:Bees and Pollinators,Garden,Insects
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260520T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260520T160000
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SUMMARY:Community gardens for biodiversity - Ballymun
DESCRIPTION:Join us in GLAS Ballymun community garden to learn more about gardening for biodiversity! \n\n\n\n\nGLAS Ballymun supports people and nature to flourish\, and to grow community\, connection and biodiversity. In this special workshop for Biodiversity Week 2026\,our gardener Sharon will demonstrate how this shared\, voluntary space aims to cultivate and nourish life throughout the year\, and will share some tips and tricks for supporting biodiversity in your own garden!
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/community-gardens-for-biodiversity-ballymun/
LOCATION:GLAS Community Garden\, Ballymun\, GLAS Community Garden\, Woodhazel Terrace\, Shangan Road\, Ballymun\, Dublin 9\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Bees and Pollinators,Birds,Community Action,Family Friendly,Garden,Insects
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260521T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260521T200000
DTSTAMP:20260420T111517
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SUMMARY:Garden to Garden Cycle
DESCRIPTION:An exciting visit some of Sligo’s Community Gardens by bike! We will meet with our bikes at Cranmore Community Garden where Community Development Coordinator\,  Carolina\, will introduce us to the  work of the co-op and the volunteers. Carolina will show us around and tell us about the  Garden’s creative  Dinner’s Ready  initiative.   Afterwards\, we will cycle along the riverside path to visit the site of 3 gardens in one\, the LETS Community Garden\, the Sligo Children’s Community Garden and the Sligo Woodland School . Our host will be Forest School Leader\, Trisha McLaughlin and all we can say is this is a magical place hidden in plain sight! \nWe want people to register in advance via email for this event as it is only fair to the hosts to let them know how many people to expect.
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/garden-to-garden-cycle/
CATEGORIES:Garden
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260522T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260522T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T111517
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SUMMARY:OURganic Gardens Farm Biodiversity Walk Co Donegal 2026
DESCRIPTION:This is a listing for one of Talamh Beo’s Farm Walks for National Biodiversity Week 2026: OURganic Gardens Farm Biodiversity Walk Co Donegal \nTalamh Beo has organised a very exciting line up of 14 Farm Walks for National Biodiversity Week 2026 which takes place all across the country from 15th-24th May. \nThese walks are with the support of The Irish Environmental Network (IEN)
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/ourganic-gardens-farm-biodiversity-walk-co-donegal-2026/
LOCATION:F92TV06\, CAISEAL NA GCORR\, GORT AN CHOIRCE\, F92TV06
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Farm,Garden,Hedgerows,Trees and Woodlands
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260522T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260522T170000
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SUMMARY:Community gardens for biodiversity - Blanchardstown
DESCRIPTION:Join us in GLAS @ TU Dublin community garden to learn more about gardening for biodiversity! \n\n\n\n\nGLAS @ TU Dublin supports people and nature to flourish\, and to grow community\, connection and biodiversity. In this special workshop for Biodiversity Week 2026\, our gardener Lee will demonstrate how this shared\, voluntary space aims to cultivate and nourish life throughout the year\, and will share some tips and tricks for supporting biodiversity in your own garden!
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/community-gardens-for-biodiversity-blanchardstown/
LOCATION:GLAS @ TU Dublin\, GLAS @ TU Dublin Blanchardstown\, near the LINC Building\, Dublin\, CJ4C+MJC Dublin\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Bees and Pollinators,Butterflies and Moths,Community Action,Family Friendly,Garden,Health
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260523T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260523T150000
DTSTAMP:20260420T111517
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SUMMARY:Community Garden Cycle
DESCRIPTION:This tour will visit 3 community gardens on the southside of Cork City. We will discover the wonderful activities in growing food and supporting biodiversity that go on all year in these different gardens.
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/community-garden-cycle/
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Community Action,Garden,Health,Hedgerows,Rivers and Ponds
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260524T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260524T163000
DTSTAMP:20260420T111517
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SUMMARY:Skibbereen Biodiversity Cycle Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join a guided cycle to various gardens and biodiverse spots within Skibbereen. Environmental Scientist\, Jacinta French will lead an enjoyable and informative tour.  This cycle will be at a gentle pace and include refreshments. Meeting at the Courthouse carpark Skibbereen.
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/skibbereen-biodiversity-cycle-tour/
CATEGORIES:Bees and Pollinators,Family Friendly,Garden,Wildflowers
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