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SEPTEMBER 2024
Stitchers Social with Vanessa
My name is Vanessa and I am starting the Stitchers Social on 2nd Wednesday of the Month (starting 11th September)
Drop In Anytime from 7:00 PM to 8:45 PM (at The Urban Co-op)
Love crochet or want to learn? Come along to our Stitchers Social! Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, our relaxed and friendly gathering is the perfect place to stitch, chat, and enjoy some creative company.
This event is free of charge and open to everyone. So grab your yarn and hooks, and join us for an evening of crafting and community!
We look forward to seeing you there!
My name is Vanessa and I am starting the Stitchers Social on 2nd Wednesday of the Month (starting 11th September)
Drop In Anytime from 7:00 PM to 8:45 PM (at The Urban Co-op)
Love crochet or want to learn? Come along to our Stitchers Social! Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, our relaxed and friendly gathering is the perfect place to stitch, chat, and enjoy some creative company.
This event is free of charge and open to everyone. So grab your yarn and hooks, and join us for an evening of crafting and community!
We look forward to seeing you there!
august 2024
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Talamh Natural
My name is Danilly Carvalho. I am a qualified Nutritionist, herbs and natural cosmetics enthusiast. I am passionate for all natural healing ways and with that in mind I decided to create Talamh Natural skincare. I started to notice my mother's complaints about menopause symptoms, my own painful menstrual cycles and other similar complaints related to hormones, with that in mind I went deep into learning all about this world and got to understand and learn from Barbara O'Neill too. Talamh Natural was born out of these experiences, focused on real issues and offering meaningful products. The Wild Yam day and night creams are our very first products and we managed to get them tested and endorsed by Barbara O'Neill herself, which confirms that I am on the right track. We are on the course of launching our Wild Yam Magnesium body oil soon. I always think that the Nutrition qualification brought me to where I am now, it was the pathway to my true self and where I am truly happy. It's great to think that The Urban Co-op has had an impact on my life because of all the sliding doors that opened for me to get to where I am. And when we think, The Urban Co-op has probably been involved in many of stories and lives of people that visit this place. Website: www.talamhanatural.com Email: [email protected] |
july 2024
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Meet Aisling
Aisling Cahill offers Star Magic Healing and is a Creative Holistic Counsellor & Psychotherapist STAR MAGIC HEALING Star Magic Healing is a powerful, multidimensional healing modality that merges the science of subtle energy and quantum physics with the incredible power of focused intent. Through using high-vibrational, star-encoded frequencies, Star Magic facilitates healing on a cellular level while enabling deep emotional detoxification and expansion in consciousness. You will be empowered to challenge yourself, tap into your true potential and live your purpose. Expect to experience physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual upgrades. Expect your life to change. BENEFITS 1. Reduction in Physical Symptoms Star Magic Healing can reduce and often eradicate the physical symptoms experienced or eradicate the illness/disease itself and rebalance your nervous system. 2 Powerful Healing Across All Lifetimes As Star Magic Healing is a Multidimensional modality. healing can be facilitated through past, present and future timelines as well as all other dimensions/ densities and realities that can be felt immediate in the present. 3. Fast Results Through Star Magic Healing sessions it.is possible to create change fast in your life, find purpose and live a life of abundance. Sometimes in our lives, whether it be from our childhood experiences or trauma that we had to face, often you get a feeling of being rocked to the core or the rug being pulled out from underneath you. Authenticity is the capacity to know what we feel, be in touch with our bodies and be able to express who we are in activities and our relationships. You have all the answers within, my aim is to create a safe environment in which you have the opportunity to explore your authentic self and heal from these traumatic experiences. By transforming our relationship with ourselves we can create a more positive, compassionate reality to live in. I completed a B.A in counselling and psychotherapy skills and practises and a B.A in the Principals of Art Therapy. I draw from my studies and life experiences and interests in therapy from connection to nature to nutrition. Healing Mind, Body and Soul. Email [email protected] Instagram counselling_limerick Phone: 085 126 3540 |
june 2024
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YOUR SOUND, YOUR SPACE
The Learning Hub Recording Studio We are here to help people make music. All are welcome from absolute beginners to dedicated professionals. If you just need a place to rehearse, a simple recording or something more then this is the place. We are also able to create high quality video recordings so if you want to make a music video or record a concert don't hesitate to get in touch. If you need help writing a song, if you need a backing track, if you need a sound system for a live event or if you have a recording that needs cleaning up then come to us. Located at the Learning Hub Limerick, Killeely House, New Road, Thomondgate, Music Hub Studios is just 10 minutes away from Limerick’s city centre and 5 minutes away from Thomond Park. Music Hub Studios is a Social Enterprise which means that we do our best to reach out to the local community and engage with people who wouldn't normally be able to avail of services like ours. We operate on a non-profit basis and all income goes towards building the studio as a sustainable business. The Music Hub also offers classes in guitar, ukulele, keyboard, violin, singing and music production. Learning Hub Limerick, Kileely House, New Road, Kileely, Limerick, Ireland. Phone: 061 453 099 Contact hours: 10am to 5pm |
may 2024
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RETURN TO DO GOOD
The training services in Dooradoyle were in recently and are collecting return drink and cans to raise monies for the Simon Community. We have a box inside the front door for you to leave your empty return drink bottles. Their target is €500, to date they have raised €251.75 |
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Traveller Pride
Tuesday 28th May 11am to 3pm Celebrating Tradition & Culture at Coote Hall, Kilmallock Contact Ella Conway 063 20 555 for more details |
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One to One Service
Free and confidential service if you would like help to get information on your rights and entitlements and much more. SICAP Client Support Workers are there to help you. |
april 2024
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Small Visitors, Relove Paint & Community Arts
The local creche popped in for a visit and they loved our mural. The mural was created by Lauren & Clodagh from the Limerick School of Art and Design as part of their Community Arts project. They used Reloved paint from Tait House, Limerick. What is Relove Paint? Relove Paint is a good quality, affordable paint being produced by a Limerick based social enterprise using paint which they collect from local authority civic amenity sites. As well as helping to protect our environment by diverting paint from waste, Relove Paint delivers jobs locally and reduces costs for individuals, community groups and businesses who are using the paint. Where can I buy Relove Paint? For information about Relove Paint contact Simone Dillon at 061-415340 or email [email protected] |
MARCH 2024
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Meet Edwina
FIND HER ONLINE Instagram: @aurora_healingandcoaching Facebook: @Aurorahealingandcoaching BOOK A CLASS Text: 087 439 1904 Email: [email protected] |
FEBRUARY 2024
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GROWING TOGETHER: EMBRACING DIVERSITY IN OUR COMMUNITY GARDEN
Our community garden is more than just a collection of plants; it's a space where individuals of all abilities come together to cultivate inclusivity. Working with mixed-ability volunteers in our garden project is a celebration of diversity, a beautiful collaboration that transforms our green space into a symbol of unity. Tailoring gardening tasks to accommodate various abilities ensures active participation from everyone. Planting, weeding, or watering – there's a role for every volunteer, contributing to the collective beauty of our garden. Our community garden is a living testament to the strength that arises when individuals of mixed abilities collaborate. Together, we sow the seeds of inclusivity, cultivating a garden that reflects the richness and beauty of our diverse community. |
january 2024
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Get to know Dee O'Connor – Sound Therapist, Energy Therapist, Hypnotherapist, Creative Arts Therapist & Life Coach
Dee has worked with Sound Therapy for 10 years. Sound Therapy is a practice that allows us to use vibrations and frequencies to promote relaxation and emotional and physical healing in the body and the mind. Dee facilitates this in her group Sound Journey (Sound Baths - Group Sound Healing Sessions). A part of Dee’s purpose in life is to facilitate people find meaning in their life and help them live with more ease, happiness, and joy. FOR MORE INFORMATION Tel: 083 181 3948 Website: www.deeoconnor.com Email: [email protected] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DeeAOConnor/ |
december 2023
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Get to know Kim Vincent – Reflexologist and Holistic Massage Therapist, ITEC qualified, Diploma in Reflexology and Holistic Massage
I have a passion to see people living their very best lives, and passionate about the benefits Reflexology and Massage have upon the whole body system. Our bodies are self-healing and wonderous creations, and it's a pleasure to be part of people's healing journeys and help, where ever possible to point the way towards self-healing and restoration of body, mind and soul. FIND HER ONLINE Instagram: @peacebypiece_reflexology BOOK A TREATMENT Holistic Massage for Women Only, Reflexology for All Email: [email protected] Mobile: 086 0528466 |
november 2023
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Weekend Yoga Retreat
Let the sea air combine with the practices of yoga on this retreat to work their magic on you. Using a variety of yoga techniques these weekends provide an injection of calm and healing energy.
As usual on these weekends we will aim to live in ashram style and simplicity leaving everything behind us for a complete rest. Contact Tadhg to book. 087 233 6164, [email protected] |
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Get to know Melissa Bergin – Music Therapy MA Music therapy and BA in Voice and Dance from the University of Limerick
Music therapy is an evidence-based process of using music interventions to improve aspects of a person's health such as physical, cognitive, emotional, communication and social. Therapists may work in various fields such as infancy, preschool, children, adolescents and end-of-life care. Some examples of music therapy include:
Did you know…there is no need to have any musical ability or background to benefit from music therapy! Melissa is currently offering 1:1 sessions. Her current experience includes children’s and adult mental health, ASD, palliative care, acquired brain injuries and older adult dementia care. Phone: 089 490 0046 Email: [email protected] Instagram: @melissa_bergin_music_therapy |
october 2023
SHARDBORNE are a Progressive/Technical Instrumental Metal band based in Limerick, featuring our own Cormac.
They are releasing their new album ‘Oars In The Water’ in Dolans on Saturday 7th October.
Congratulations and we hope it's a huge success.
september 2023
Totes on Tour
We know our totes are travelling far and wide and having marvellous adventures. Enjoy reading about one tote on tour and we welcome other members to share their food stories too. Us armchair travellers will revel in them.
We are very aware that our destination will offer none of the fresh, locally sourced, organic produce which we enjoy at the Urban Co-op in Limerick. The local shop, we heard, opens for a short time each day and has limited supplies. The locals grow their own food, so all they want at the shop are cheap sweets, white flour, sugar, coffee and alcohol. So we have been advised to stop at the nearest town, if we need such luxuries as fresh fruit and vegetables, brown bread or good butter. Once we are well stocked up, we continue on the bumpy road until it ends in Polyana - an old mountain village near the Greek border, at 1200 meters above sea level. It is home to about 40 Bulgarians, and for the following 6 weeks it will be home to us.
We know our totes are travelling far and wide and having marvellous adventures. Enjoy reading about one tote on tour and we welcome other members to share their food stories too. Us armchair travellers will revel in them.
We are very aware that our destination will offer none of the fresh, locally sourced, organic produce which we enjoy at the Urban Co-op in Limerick. The local shop, we heard, opens for a short time each day and has limited supplies. The locals grow their own food, so all they want at the shop are cheap sweets, white flour, sugar, coffee and alcohol. So we have been advised to stop at the nearest town, if we need such luxuries as fresh fruit and vegetables, brown bread or good butter. Once we are well stocked up, we continue on the bumpy road until it ends in Polyana - an old mountain village near the Greek border, at 1200 meters above sea level. It is home to about 40 Bulgarians, and for the following 6 weeks it will be home to us.
As we turn the final corner, our driver - who hasn't said a word for the duration of the trip - waves his hand towards the mountainous horizon. With pride in his voice and a glint in his eye he exclaims in English: "Freedom!"
The glorious days of this village were during communist times, when 350 people lived here. The peasant way of life was valued, even glorified. There was a Community Center, a disco and a dairy factory. Now, most houses are abandoned and ruined. It is quiet here and only older people remain. The younger generations have moved to bigger cities or abroad for jobs and a more modern lifestyle.
In preparation for our stay I've worked hard to learn the language. It was difficult to say the least - very different from any other language I know. So our conversation with the locals is mostly limited to "Good morning", "We're walking in the forest today" and "We're pitching the tents in the mountains". These expressions are mostly met with laughter or looks of disbelief. The antics of these foreign visitors will likely remain a mystery to the villagers. And equally, the customs and unwritten rules of village life cannot be decoded by us in a short summer stay. We remain outside observers. What we have learned is that winter lasts for about 6 months. Everyone stays inside during this time. Safely tucked away from -20 °C and one to two meters of snow. The most important questions at these times are: "Are you alright?", "Do you have wood?". Staying warm is the number one concern. As soon as spring arrives - which could be in April or later - nature comes alive and an incredibly diverse flora and fauna spring up in the landscape. People emerge from their houses and can be found in the many thriving vegetable patches around the village. Potatoes, corn and beans are the main crops, and the locals - irrespective of their age or physical condition - tend to them daily in backbreaking work. Here and there a horse and cart help with the hardest jobs.
We may not understand each other verbally. We may have completely different customs, rules and routines. But one thing connects us all: Food.
When the vegetable truck arrives, it causes great excitement. Everyone gathers for a chat and to see what produce is available this week. The little shop, too, is a place to gather. But most important of all is the food that people make for each other. 52 days after someone dies, the family prepares meat, bread and drinks and gives some to everyone in the village. Even the foreigners were included in this custom. Our mushroom picking neighbour goes across the little river a few times to collect mushrooms. When we show him a picture of chanterelles he knows exactly what we mean. It's not a mushroom he is interested in himself, but he knows where to get them and returns one morning with a big bag of these precious goodies as a present for us. And to turn our meal that day into a feast, he throws in two bottles of his own wine, too. We can only thank him with hand gestures, facial expressions and noises. "Hmmmm!" "So good!" "Thank you!". We're like good friends now - across the divide of language, culture and lifestyle, we are all people who appreciate a friendly gesture and some good food.
As our visit comes to an end, I can't shake the impression that these people are not really poor. They are debt free, independent and physically strong. And they appear at peace with their life. Could they have found this elusive quality we call happiness? Their life is simple, for sure, but given the choice, would they leave this life for another?
I will take my tote and visit another place on earth, but I will treasure the memories of this stay in my heart forever.
Let us know your Totes on Tour stories
Email Anne [email protected]
The glorious days of this village were during communist times, when 350 people lived here. The peasant way of life was valued, even glorified. There was a Community Center, a disco and a dairy factory. Now, most houses are abandoned and ruined. It is quiet here and only older people remain. The younger generations have moved to bigger cities or abroad for jobs and a more modern lifestyle.
In preparation for our stay I've worked hard to learn the language. It was difficult to say the least - very different from any other language I know. So our conversation with the locals is mostly limited to "Good morning", "We're walking in the forest today" and "We're pitching the tents in the mountains". These expressions are mostly met with laughter or looks of disbelief. The antics of these foreign visitors will likely remain a mystery to the villagers. And equally, the customs and unwritten rules of village life cannot be decoded by us in a short summer stay. We remain outside observers. What we have learned is that winter lasts for about 6 months. Everyone stays inside during this time. Safely tucked away from -20 °C and one to two meters of snow. The most important questions at these times are: "Are you alright?", "Do you have wood?". Staying warm is the number one concern. As soon as spring arrives - which could be in April or later - nature comes alive and an incredibly diverse flora and fauna spring up in the landscape. People emerge from their houses and can be found in the many thriving vegetable patches around the village. Potatoes, corn and beans are the main crops, and the locals - irrespective of their age or physical condition - tend to them daily in backbreaking work. Here and there a horse and cart help with the hardest jobs.
We may not understand each other verbally. We may have completely different customs, rules and routines. But one thing connects us all: Food.
When the vegetable truck arrives, it causes great excitement. Everyone gathers for a chat and to see what produce is available this week. The little shop, too, is a place to gather. But most important of all is the food that people make for each other. 52 days after someone dies, the family prepares meat, bread and drinks and gives some to everyone in the village. Even the foreigners were included in this custom. Our mushroom picking neighbour goes across the little river a few times to collect mushrooms. When we show him a picture of chanterelles he knows exactly what we mean. It's not a mushroom he is interested in himself, but he knows where to get them and returns one morning with a big bag of these precious goodies as a present for us. And to turn our meal that day into a feast, he throws in two bottles of his own wine, too. We can only thank him with hand gestures, facial expressions and noises. "Hmmmm!" "So good!" "Thank you!". We're like good friends now - across the divide of language, culture and lifestyle, we are all people who appreciate a friendly gesture and some good food.
As our visit comes to an end, I can't shake the impression that these people are not really poor. They are debt free, independent and physically strong. And they appear at peace with their life. Could they have found this elusive quality we call happiness? Their life is simple, for sure, but given the choice, would they leave this life for another?
I will take my tote and visit another place on earth, but I will treasure the memories of this stay in my heart forever.
Let us know your Totes on Tour stories
Email Anne [email protected]
august 2023
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Cosmic Breath Series
For thousands of years, the yogis of the Himalayan Yog-Vedantic Tradition have known that conscious breathwork results in vital physiological benefits. Now current scientific research is reporting the same amazing benefits. Experience the benefits for yourself through the practice of Cosmic Breath.
Join Lisa this summer and access greater self-awareness, love, compassion and bliss as you detox and enliven the body and mind through the breath Don’t breathe as just the body. Breathe as the whole cosmos! Classes with Lisa starting at Urban Co-op this August. Stay tuned! Contribution: 1 class - 15 euros Buy 4 classes, get the 5th for free! |
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july 2023
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2023 May
2023 April
This May we are running our Women's Digital Technology Course in Moyross.
The course will begin on Thursday, May 4th and take place every Thursday morning, 10am - 12pm, for five weeks, until June 1st. The venue is Moyross Youth Academy.
This course is designed for women who are looking to get back to employment or further education and would benefit from digital technology upskilling. The course will include: setting up an email account, sending emails, using Zoom, using Word or Google Doc and creating an up-to-date C.V. The course also includes one hour mentoring with the tutor on C.V development and next steps.
Places for this course are limited and registration is essential.
For more information or to book your place please contact WCI Limerick on 087-3283746 or [email protected]
Supported by REACH funding
The course will begin on Thursday, May 4th and take place every Thursday morning, 10am - 12pm, for five weeks, until June 1st. The venue is Moyross Youth Academy.
This course is designed for women who are looking to get back to employment or further education and would benefit from digital technology upskilling. The course will include: setting up an email account, sending emails, using Zoom, using Word or Google Doc and creating an up-to-date C.V. The course also includes one hour mentoring with the tutor on C.V development and next steps.
Places for this course are limited and registration is essential.
For more information or to book your place please contact WCI Limerick on 087-3283746 or [email protected]
Supported by REACH funding
2023 March
The Cloth Nappy Incentive Scheme is a pilot project to support the use of reusable nappies among families who could not otherwise have considered trying them owing to the upfront costs in buying the nappies! A limited number of families will be provided with a voucher number to be used to buy a cloth nappy starter kit worth €100 from one of our partner retailers, Summer Sweets Baby and Nappy Rebels. The voucher can be used to purchase the Cloth Nappy Starter Kit provided by each supplier.
This pilot scheme will run for a limited time and only until the limited vouchers have been distributed. Participation in the pilot will be subject to follow up interviews on your experiences using the nappies. The pilot is funded by the Environmental Protection Agency, (EPA), Fingal County Council, Limerick City and County Council, Dublin City Council and Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council and managed by VOICE.
This pilot scheme will run for a limited time and only until the limited vouchers have been distributed. Participation in the pilot will be subject to follow up interviews on your experiences using the nappies. The pilot is funded by the Environmental Protection Agency, (EPA), Fingal County Council, Limerick City and County Council, Dublin City Council and Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council and managed by VOICE.
Social Enterprise Limerick
is a practitioners’ network for Social Enterprises in Limerick City
The overall objective of Social Enterprise Limerick is to provide a local platform for Social Enterprises to meet, network, share their experiences and learn from each other. The network encourages collaboration and the sharing of resources to help members to advance their Community, Social and/or Environmental goals. The network also promotes the overall concept of Social Enterprise in Limerick City.
Further information on this collaborative initiative is available on their website
is a practitioners’ network for Social Enterprises in Limerick City
The overall objective of Social Enterprise Limerick is to provide a local platform for Social Enterprises to meet, network, share their experiences and learn from each other. The network encourages collaboration and the sharing of resources to help members to advance their Community, Social and/or Environmental goals. The network also promotes the overall concept of Social Enterprise in Limerick City.
Further information on this collaborative initiative is available on their website
FEEDING OURSELVES GATHERING 2023
Saturday 25th & Sunday 26th March
WeCreate Workspace, Cloughjordan Community Farm, Cloughjordan Ecovillage
For 12 years agro-ecological farmers and workers, community food and environmental advocates, and organisations and people involved in food cooperatives, fair food systems, and rural regeneration have come together in Cloughjordan to explore a regenerative and more resilient way to nourish the land and feed ourselves.
Do you want to attend the annual Feeding Ourselves gathering in Cloughjordan.
This gathering is designed to facilitate community learning and movement building. It will be an opportunity to celebrate and connect to nature, food and community, to learn more about practising food sovereignty, seed sovereignty, agroecology, and community-supported local food systems.
Feeding Ourselves is a space of solidarity, to listen to each other, to understand and help amplify each other’s work, to contribute to the practices and policies needed to restore our fragile ecosystems and explore the mechanisms for a deep and genuine just transition in farming, food and land use.
Our weekend together also includes food, music, practical workshops, thematic tours, walks and talks. Break out conversations on CSAs, Diversity in Agriculture, Policy Testing, Seeds Food Hubs and Soil and Biodiversity.
Partners include: Cultivate, Cloughjordan Community Farm, Solid Network, Open Food Network Ireland, Talamh Beo, CSA Network Ireland, UCC Centre for Cooperative Studies, the Environmental Pillar, Forum Synergies, DESIRA, Seeds4All, ARC2020
Now is a critical time to connect up with each other again! From seeds to soil, from community food facilities to local food economies - lets meet, greet, learn, network, celebrate nature and community, and move us towards a just and resilient local food future.
Places are limited, booking is essential. Accommodation is very limited in Cloughjordan - Camper Vans are an option.
The full programme with options for both days with the speaker, themes and options at this year's Feeding Ourselves will be launched on the 3rd of March.
Saturday Day tickets - €50 General | €25 Feeding Ourselves Partners & Training Network members.
Sunday Ticket - €30 General | €25 Feeding Ourselves Partners & Training Network members.
SpeakEATsy (Saturday Evening) - €30 General | €25 Feeding Ourselves Participants
For details on how to book a place e-mail - [email protected]
Saturday 25th & Sunday 26th March
WeCreate Workspace, Cloughjordan Community Farm, Cloughjordan Ecovillage
For 12 years agro-ecological farmers and workers, community food and environmental advocates, and organisations and people involved in food cooperatives, fair food systems, and rural regeneration have come together in Cloughjordan to explore a regenerative and more resilient way to nourish the land and feed ourselves.
Do you want to attend the annual Feeding Ourselves gathering in Cloughjordan.
This gathering is designed to facilitate community learning and movement building. It will be an opportunity to celebrate and connect to nature, food and community, to learn more about practising food sovereignty, seed sovereignty, agroecology, and community-supported local food systems.
Feeding Ourselves is a space of solidarity, to listen to each other, to understand and help amplify each other’s work, to contribute to the practices and policies needed to restore our fragile ecosystems and explore the mechanisms for a deep and genuine just transition in farming, food and land use.
Our weekend together also includes food, music, practical workshops, thematic tours, walks and talks. Break out conversations on CSAs, Diversity in Agriculture, Policy Testing, Seeds Food Hubs and Soil and Biodiversity.
Partners include: Cultivate, Cloughjordan Community Farm, Solid Network, Open Food Network Ireland, Talamh Beo, CSA Network Ireland, UCC Centre for Cooperative Studies, the Environmental Pillar, Forum Synergies, DESIRA, Seeds4All, ARC2020
Now is a critical time to connect up with each other again! From seeds to soil, from community food facilities to local food economies - lets meet, greet, learn, network, celebrate nature and community, and move us towards a just and resilient local food future.
Places are limited, booking is essential. Accommodation is very limited in Cloughjordan - Camper Vans are an option.
The full programme with options for both days with the speaker, themes and options at this year's Feeding Ourselves will be launched on the 3rd of March.
Saturday Day tickets - €50 General | €25 Feeding Ourselves Partners & Training Network members.
Sunday Ticket - €30 General | €25 Feeding Ourselves Partners & Training Network members.
SpeakEATsy (Saturday Evening) - €30 General | €25 Feeding Ourselves Participants
For details on how to book a place e-mail - [email protected]
2023 February
Advancing Farm to Fork
Last week saw the launch of the ‘Organic Farming Survey: Barriers and Benefits’ by the Legacy4LIFE: ‘Advancing Farm to Fork’ research team.
This survey, intended for both non-organic and organic farmers, aims to identify current perceptions of organic farming within the Irish farming community, and assess the experiences of those already farming organically, or interested in making the switch to organic production. The results of this study will be used to identify ways in which an easier transition to organic farming may be achieved.
The project team put out the following call for participants:
Are you a farmer in the Republic of Ireland? What are your thoughts on organic farming?
Whether you farm organically, conventionally, or somewhere in between, we want to hear from you!
This survey, intended for both non-organic and organic farmers, aims to identify current perceptions of organic farming within the Irish farming community, and assess the experiences of those already farming organically, or interested in making the switch to organic production. The results of this study will be used to identify ways in which an easier transition to organic farming may be achieved.
The project team put out the following call for participants:
Are you a farmer in the Republic of Ireland? What are your thoughts on organic farming?
Whether you farm organically, conventionally, or somewhere in between, we want to hear from you!
To take the survey, click the link below:
https://forms.gle/TdY3xHtKKnW5awfG8
or visit:
www.antaisce.org/survey
https://forms.gle/TdY3xHtKKnW5awfG8
or visit:
www.antaisce.org/survey
‘Advancing Farm to Fork’, ‘Ponds for Biodiversity’ and ‘Green Communities Low Carbon Plan’ are the three project strands forming the Legacy4LIFE project at An Taisce.
The 2-year Legacy4LIFE project launched in May of 2022 and is funded by the EULIFE programme (The European Union’s funding instrument for the environment and climate action), the European Climate Foundation, the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, and the Department of the Environment, Climate and Communication. The programme aims to develop community-based supports for Ireland’s natural environment, with a focus 󠅲on biodiversity enhancement, environmental protection and climate change.
In addition to this study, the work of ‘Advancing Farm to Fork’ will deliver in the areas of research and education, including:
The 2-year Legacy4LIFE project launched in May of 2022 and is funded by the EULIFE programme (The European Union’s funding instrument for the environment and climate action), the European Climate Foundation, the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, and the Department of the Environment, Climate and Communication. The programme aims to develop community-based supports for Ireland’s natural environment, with a focus 󠅲on biodiversity enhancement, environmental protection and climate change.
In addition to this study, the work of ‘Advancing Farm to Fork’ will deliver in the areas of research and education, including:
- An educational booklet for farmers about organic farming, based on case studies from existing organic farms around Ireland,
- A children’s book about organic farming, with a focus on the benefits for biodiversity,
- A report for policymakers, compiling and highlighting peer-reviewed findings to help ensure that scientific evidence is at the heart of Ireland’s agricultural sustainability journey.
To do this month: Pledge your garden for pollinators
Across the island of Ireland, 751 gardens have been 'Pledged for Pollinators' - added to our online mapping system by people who are taking positive actions for pollinators in their gardens and outdoor spaces. ‘Pledging your garden for pollinators’ means you have chosen to make your outdoor space a healthy pitstop for pollinators like wild bees. By taking some simple actions, you can help provide much-needed food and shelter for these important insects, while creating a beautiful, colourful garden. If you are striving for a pollinator-friendly garden (or park, business, school, or community area), consider adding it to the Actions for Pollinators mapping system in 2023. This helps us keep track of the number of pollinator-friendly places on the island of Ireland and brings us closer to our goal of creating a landscape where pollinators can survive and thrive.
Learn how to make your garden pollinator friendly: https://pollinators.ie/gardens/
A huge thank you to everyone who has already pledged their garden and added it to the map ! Take a look at the Actions for Pollinators mapping system, and find out how to add your garden.
Across the island of Ireland, 751 gardens have been 'Pledged for Pollinators' - added to our online mapping system by people who are taking positive actions for pollinators in their gardens and outdoor spaces. ‘Pledging your garden for pollinators’ means you have chosen to make your outdoor space a healthy pitstop for pollinators like wild bees. By taking some simple actions, you can help provide much-needed food and shelter for these important insects, while creating a beautiful, colourful garden. If you are striving for a pollinator-friendly garden (or park, business, school, or community area), consider adding it to the Actions for Pollinators mapping system in 2023. This helps us keep track of the number of pollinator-friendly places on the island of Ireland and brings us closer to our goal of creating a landscape where pollinators can survive and thrive.
Learn how to make your garden pollinator friendly: https://pollinators.ie/gardens/
A huge thank you to everyone who has already pledged their garden and added it to the map ! Take a look at the Actions for Pollinators mapping system, and find out how to add your garden.
2023 January
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Hi, my name is Grace Gleeson and my Holistic Business is called Emotional Freedom Transformation. I am living in Cappamore, Co. Limerick and I work from the Urban Coop once or twice a month. I help my clients with emotional trauma, self confidence issues, stress, anxiety, low self worth, disempowering self talk. I offer tools and techniques to my clients so they can empower themselves so they can take better care of themselves and have a life full of freedom, less emotional baggage, have more belief in themselves and empowering clients. I work with clients both in person, and also online through Zoom.
I love to help my clients with their transformation and transition, it is incredibly powerful as a therapist to see the growth in my clients and the interconnection I create with them, and to see how my clients grow by doing the work on their own self development. I also offer workshops which will be starting in January which will be online through Zoom so if you interested pop me a quick email or keep an eye on my webpage. My contact details can be found on my website: www.lifeoflightholistic.com Email: [email protected] Mobile: 087-8177611 |
2022 December
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MOVING TO HER OWN BEET…
Feighery’s Farm in Co. Offaly has been growing cereal crops and vegetables for many decades but in 2019, Anne Marie Feighery went back to her roots so to speak and started producing Irish homegrown BEETROOT JUICE with her family on the home farm.
In doing so she was the winner of “Innovation in Agriculture & Food Category at the Women in Ag Awards 2020”. Since then, this Superfood Juice has won several Awards for both Quality & Taste including a Great Taste Award and 2 Golds at the Irish Food Quality Award 2021.
So how did this product and business come about?… well, if the truth be told, it was by chance. You see Anne Marie’s dad Billy; a keen health enthusiast had read multiple articles linking Beetroot juice and reducing high blood pressure naturally and with this in mind he wanted to start drinking it himself. Anne Marie was asked to pick some up. It was only then she spotted a gaping whole in the Irish market for an Irish brand. She quickly discovered what was available to Irish consumers was imported brands predominantly from the UK and Germany… “this got me thinking. why not grow more beetroot on the farm and produce it here”.
Up until this point, Anne Marie was working for 15 odd years in the Bloodstock Industry. Having studied Science in college and also having a keen interest in all things food and health related, this was a project she was only too willing to delve further into and so her entrepreneurial story began. One big advantage was the beetroot would be grown on the home farm by her Dad and brothers.
With the help of LEO Offaly, Enterprise Ireland and Teagasc Moorepark Fermoy alongside Artisan food specialist Eddie O’Neill, Feighery’s Farm Beetroot Juice was retail ready within 9 months… the pace of development quickening as the beetroot was growing fast during the trials and awaiting harvest.
Covid 19 she admitted was not as a hindrance as there was a noticeable shift towards buying and seeking out locally produced food and a newfound respect for provenance. Also, people were looking closer at their own health and ways to improve their immunity and their health in general.
With its ruby red colour, proven health benefits and delicious taste, Anne Marie is steadily getting her brand and product out there. It’s a very natural, but surprisingly sweet, energising, and healthy drink offering all the health benefits of Beetroot in a convenient Grab and Go manner.
This Summer, she added a new product to the line with athletes in mind…the BEET BULLET … which is concentrated Beetroot Juice in shot form. Actually 6 shots in one bottle for that nitric oxide boost athletes go after when undergoing intense training or leading up to competition. Global studies carried out show nitric oxide acts as a vasodilator allowing for increased oxygen and nutrient supply to working muscles so for this reason athletes across many sport disciplines choose it as their supplement of choice.
So, there you have it …we now have an Irish Beetroot Juice brand to rival all others and the BEET grows on! Stocked at The Urban Co-op.
Name of Business: Feighery’s Farm (Irish Beetroot Juice)
Location of Farm: Co. Offaly
Founder: Anne Marie Feighery
Established: March 2019
Instagram: @feigherysfarm
Twitter: @feigherysfarm
Facebook: @feigherysfarmbeetrootjuice
website: www.feigherysfarm.ie
Feighery’s Farm in Co. Offaly has been growing cereal crops and vegetables for many decades but in 2019, Anne Marie Feighery went back to her roots so to speak and started producing Irish homegrown BEETROOT JUICE with her family on the home farm.
In doing so she was the winner of “Innovation in Agriculture & Food Category at the Women in Ag Awards 2020”. Since then, this Superfood Juice has won several Awards for both Quality & Taste including a Great Taste Award and 2 Golds at the Irish Food Quality Award 2021.
So how did this product and business come about?… well, if the truth be told, it was by chance. You see Anne Marie’s dad Billy; a keen health enthusiast had read multiple articles linking Beetroot juice and reducing high blood pressure naturally and with this in mind he wanted to start drinking it himself. Anne Marie was asked to pick some up. It was only then she spotted a gaping whole in the Irish market for an Irish brand. She quickly discovered what was available to Irish consumers was imported brands predominantly from the UK and Germany… “this got me thinking. why not grow more beetroot on the farm and produce it here”.
Up until this point, Anne Marie was working for 15 odd years in the Bloodstock Industry. Having studied Science in college and also having a keen interest in all things food and health related, this was a project she was only too willing to delve further into and so her entrepreneurial story began. One big advantage was the beetroot would be grown on the home farm by her Dad and brothers.
With the help of LEO Offaly, Enterprise Ireland and Teagasc Moorepark Fermoy alongside Artisan food specialist Eddie O’Neill, Feighery’s Farm Beetroot Juice was retail ready within 9 months… the pace of development quickening as the beetroot was growing fast during the trials and awaiting harvest.
Covid 19 she admitted was not as a hindrance as there was a noticeable shift towards buying and seeking out locally produced food and a newfound respect for provenance. Also, people were looking closer at their own health and ways to improve their immunity and their health in general.
With its ruby red colour, proven health benefits and delicious taste, Anne Marie is steadily getting her brand and product out there. It’s a very natural, but surprisingly sweet, energising, and healthy drink offering all the health benefits of Beetroot in a convenient Grab and Go manner.
This Summer, she added a new product to the line with athletes in mind…the BEET BULLET … which is concentrated Beetroot Juice in shot form. Actually 6 shots in one bottle for that nitric oxide boost athletes go after when undergoing intense training or leading up to competition. Global studies carried out show nitric oxide acts as a vasodilator allowing for increased oxygen and nutrient supply to working muscles so for this reason athletes across many sport disciplines choose it as their supplement of choice.
So, there you have it …we now have an Irish Beetroot Juice brand to rival all others and the BEET grows on! Stocked at The Urban Co-op.
Name of Business: Feighery’s Farm (Irish Beetroot Juice)
Location of Farm: Co. Offaly
Founder: Anne Marie Feighery
Established: March 2019
Instagram: @feigherysfarm
Twitter: @feigherysfarm
Facebook: @feigherysfarmbeetrootjuice
website: www.feigherysfarm.ie
2022 December
2022 November
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Young Entrepreneur
Hi ! My name is Robyn and I’m 21, and originally from Tipperary. I’m currently in my 3rd year studying Architecture in ATU Sligo.
Saol Nua (New Life “as Gaelige”) came about in a few ways - as an Architecture student, I’m very interested in the environment and sustainability. I live in Sligo during the college year and am surrounded by beaches and public nature attractions – I noticed plastic pollution was a huge problem in these beauty spots so I had a think about what I could do, did some research and here we are!
My jewellery is made from recycled plastic donated to me by the local community (bottle caps for example) and picked up from beaches along the west coast of Ireland.
You can follow me on Instagram and Facebook to stay updated with my journey & jewellery! @saolnuajewelleryie
ou can find my Etsy shop here : https://etsy.me/3BDxyxr
Thanks so much for reading about me and my small business!
Robyn
Hi ! My name is Robyn and I’m 21, and originally from Tipperary. I’m currently in my 3rd year studying Architecture in ATU Sligo.
Saol Nua (New Life “as Gaelige”) came about in a few ways - as an Architecture student, I’m very interested in the environment and sustainability. I live in Sligo during the college year and am surrounded by beaches and public nature attractions – I noticed plastic pollution was a huge problem in these beauty spots so I had a think about what I could do, did some research and here we are!
My jewellery is made from recycled plastic donated to me by the local community (bottle caps for example) and picked up from beaches along the west coast of Ireland.
You can follow me on Instagram and Facebook to stay updated with my journey & jewellery! @saolnuajewelleryie
ou can find my Etsy shop here : https://etsy.me/3BDxyxr
Thanks so much for reading about me and my small business!
Robyn
2022 October
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Young Entrepreneur
My name is Ronan, and I am 10 years old, and I live in Newport. Up Tipp! Last year I started tie dying old t-shirts and socks at home.
My mam started it when friends came around to play, she got them tie dying t- shirts and I really loved doing it. Especially the bright coloured ones. They look cool. This summer I saved up my pocket money and bought some good quality supplies to have a small business. So, we set up a Facebook page called Roller Coaster Ronan's Creations after my nickname. I have had lots of summer orders and it was great fun creating patterns on the t-shirts and posting them to customers. So far, I have sent t-shirts to Tipperary, Limerick, Cork, Kerry, Cavan, Kildare and Dublin.
I would love to have one in every county in Ireland. I keep all my orders in my copy book. Kids sizes are €8 and teenage sizes are €10. Thanks!
My name is Ronan, and I am 10 years old, and I live in Newport. Up Tipp! Last year I started tie dying old t-shirts and socks at home.
My mam started it when friends came around to play, she got them tie dying t- shirts and I really loved doing it. Especially the bright coloured ones. They look cool. This summer I saved up my pocket money and bought some good quality supplies to have a small business. So, we set up a Facebook page called Roller Coaster Ronan's Creations after my nickname. I have had lots of summer orders and it was great fun creating patterns on the t-shirts and posting them to customers. So far, I have sent t-shirts to Tipperary, Limerick, Cork, Kerry, Cavan, Kildare and Dublin.
I would love to have one in every county in Ireland. I keep all my orders in my copy book. Kids sizes are €8 and teenage sizes are €10. Thanks!
2022 September
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Young Entrepreneur
Donagh Gleeson from Newport Co. Tipperary. Age 12.
Started making soda bread for his family at the age of 10 using the traditional Irish soda bread recipe from his great grandmother.
Last Summer he saved up to buy ingredients and started selling his bread door to door in Newport and as always, the Newport Community showed their support and gave him great feedback about his warm loaves of bread.
This is a great hobby for Donagh and he is learning day to day life experience and interactions in his community.
He thinks the name 'Soda-lightful' would be a cool business name because his 'soda' bread is 'light' and makes you 'full'!
Donagh Gleeson from Newport Co. Tipperary. Age 12.
Started making soda bread for his family at the age of 10 using the traditional Irish soda bread recipe from his great grandmother.
Last Summer he saved up to buy ingredients and started selling his bread door to door in Newport and as always, the Newport Community showed their support and gave him great feedback about his warm loaves of bread.
This is a great hobby for Donagh and he is learning day to day life experience and interactions in his community.
He thinks the name 'Soda-lightful' would be a cool business name because his 'soda' bread is 'light' and makes you 'full'!