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SUMMARY:An Bearú Exhibition Launch
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the launch of our exhibition inspired by the River Barrow. \nThis is a creative art project with patients\, residents and staff of St. Vincent’s Hospital Athy and Artist Cathy Callan.
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/an-bearu-exhibition-launch/
LOCATION:Convent Lane Athy Co Kildare R14 DK33\, Athy Library\, Athy\, R14 DK33
CATEGORIES:Art,Rivers and Ponds,Wheelchair Accessible
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SUMMARY:Newtown Biodiversity
DESCRIPTION:The event will feature a biodiversity talk focused on beekeeping\, exploring the life of bees and how to properly care for your hive. There will also be a session on planting in polytunnels\, offering practical tips for growing your own produce. Our host will also talk about native birds to our locality. \nTo round things off\, we’ll have a short and fascinating talk about tadpoles and pond life.
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/newtown-biodiversity/
CATEGORIES:Bees and Pollinators,For Kids,Garden,Rivers and Ponds,Suitable for Schools
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SUMMARY:Bats & Science Workshop (Kids Event) – IPPC Centre\, Co. Kildare
DESCRIPTION:Join Kildare Bat Group in collaboration with the Irish Peatland Conservation Council (IPPC) for a fun and interactive Bats & Science Workshop as part of Biodiversity Week 2026! \n\nThis engaging session is specially designed for children and will explore a variety of fascinating “batty” topics\, introducing young participants to Ireland’s native bats\, how they live\, and the science behind echolocation and conservation. \n\nEvent Details\nDate: Saturday\, 16 May 2026\nTime: 10:00am (sharp start)\nLocation: IPPC Discovery Park Centre\, Bog of Allen Nature Centre\, Lullymore West\, Rathangan\, Co. Kildare \n\nImportant Information\n\nSuitable for: Children aged approx. 8–12\nAll children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian\nCapacity: Maximum 30 participants\nBooking essential: kildarebatgroup@gmail.com\nFree event\n\n\nBiodiversity Week\nPart of National Biodiversity Week 2026.
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/bats-science-workshop-kids-event-ippc-centre-co-kildare/
LOCATION:IPPC\, IPPC Discovery Park Centre\, Bog of Allen Nature Centre\, Lullymore West\, Rathangan\, Co. Kildare
CATEGORIES:Bats
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SUMMARY:Biodiversity Friendly Gardening Tips with Lucy Bell
DESCRIPTION:Lucy will provide a very practical session on how to make small changes and simple things you can do in your garden to help wildlife and biodiversity thrive. It doesn’t matter if you have a small or large space\, there are lots of small changes that can be mad to help become more sustainable in your gardening practices. We’ll talk about lawn mowing for wildlife\, wild areas\, creating habitats for birds\, bees and bats\, wildflower meadows\, composting\, cutting out chemical use\, mulching and growing food for ourselves and growing plants for pollinators. The session will include some practical demonstrations on sowing seeds and propagating plant \nSallins Community Centre \nFree to attend but booking essential at sallinstidytowns@hotmail.com
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/biodiversity-friendly-gardening-tips-with-lucy-bell/
LOCATION:Sallins Community Centre\, 4 Church Ave\,\, Osberstown\, Sallins\,\, W91 HX06
CATEGORIES:Accessible by Public Transport,Bees and Pollinators,Butterflies and Moths,Community Action,Garden,Wheelchair Accessible
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SUMMARY:Future Ancestor Festival
DESCRIPTION:Flowing with the Spirit of the Barrow... 🌊 \nBlueway Art Studio and Doras na Feasa Collective are proud to present the Future Ancestor Athy Festival. Join us at Athy Library on 16 May to mark the beginning of National Biodiversity Week.\nImmerse yourself in a day where community\, heritage and biodiversity meet\, featuring eco-workshops\, art installations\, and live performances centred on Berba\, Goddess of the River Barrow. Step into the role of a future ancestor and celebrate the lifeblood of our landscape. \n🔗 Discover more: https://bluewayartstudio.ie/future-ancestor-athy-festival/\n📸 Follow the journey on Instagram: @bluewayartstudio
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/future-ancestor-festival/
LOCATION:R14 DK33\, Athy Library\, Athy\, R14 DK33
CATEGORIES:Art,Butterflies and Moths,Community Action,Family Friendly,Rivers and Ponds
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