COMMUNITY NOTES
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1. SOSAD Cavan Colour Fun Run September 9th (see attached flier for info)
2. Sustainable Energy Communities National Event 2018
3. CAVAN SPORTS PARTNERSHIP
4. Go For Life PALs Workshops Coming to Cavan Autumn 2018
5. Start Your Own Business Programme.
6. YOGA
7. THE COTTAGE MARKET
8. The RSA’s ‘Check it Fits’ Service is coming to Cavan!
9. PARENTING PROGRAMS CAVAN 18.19 SEPT
10. Volunteering Information Service 'Steps for Success' Workshop
11. MAGPIES ON THE PYLON
12. TRAVELLER HEALTH PLAN EVENT
13. ANGLO CELT BUSINESS AND TOURISM AWARDS (attached)
14. DJ AND RADIO SKILLS COURSE
15. NEW ALERT SYSTEM FOR CAVAN SCHOOLS
16. The Chronic Disease Self-Management Programme (CDSMP)
17. STRESS CONTROL WORKSHOP
18. Understanding self-harm, safeTALK and ASIST training
19. The Bridge Street Centre
1. SOSAD Cavan Colour Fun Run September 9th (see attached flier for info)
2. Sustainable Energy Communities
National Event 2018
When: Saturday 8th September, 10:30am - 4:30pm
Where: Business Building, Athlone Institute of Technology
Admission is free, however registration is essential and will only take a few moments, please click on the link HERE and use the following password: seai2018
Remember - we ask all those intending to attend to register in advance by Wednesday 5th September.
Please share this invite with anyone who may be interested in finding out more about the programme, inside or outside of your SEC.
Event information
Building on the success of last year, SEAI will be holding the 3rd annual Sustainable Energy Communities National Event on Saturday 8th September in Athlone IT. The event, which is expected to attract 250 people from across almost 200 Sustainable Energy Communities (SECs), aims to facilitate learning and networking between communities from all across Ireland.
Please go to the event flyer for further information and see what’s new to this year’s event HERE
3. CAVAN SPORTS PARTNERSHIP
Have your say!
Cavan County Council is undertaking a feasibility study in relation to the development of a new sports facility for the county. Please take a minute to click the link below and give us your thoughts on how we can help support and develop sport in Cavan in the future.
Survey closes 15th September 2018
https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/Cavanregionalsportsfacility
*A public consultation session as part of this process will take place in
Hotel Kilmore Cavan
Wednesday 12th September 2018
6.30pm – 8pm
4. Go For Life PALs Workshops Coming to Cavan Autumn 2018
A PAL is a Physical Activity Leader who is already part of a group or club and is willing to lead activities. PALs lead their local group in things like short exercise routines, fun games, simple dances and sports like pitch and toss. Groups may be an Active Retirement group, a sports club, an ICA group or some social group that meets regularly. Each PAL will come to nine workshops that cover all of the different Go for Life activities. There are routines and activities to suit every member of your group.
Cavan Sports Partnership will be organising these workshops in October in 2018, and are putting out an expression of interest to all relevant groups within the county so if you would like to become a PAL, within your own local club, you can express your interest now with Dean McElroy, 087-2623956 or emaildmcelroy@cavancoco.ie
5. Start Your Own Business Programme.
information on an upcoming 4 day Mature Entrepreneurs – Start Your Own Business Programme.
Local Enterprise Office (LEO) Cavan, in collaboration with Cavan Chamber and Cavan Older People's Council, will deliver a Start Your Own Business programme specifically aimed at Mature Entrepreneurs. Starting on 26th September, this four day programme is open to those aged 50+ who are interested in starting up their own business or investing in one. For further details, please visit the online booking link: https://www.localenterprise.ie/Cavan/Training-Events/Online-Bookings/Mature-Entrepreneurs-Start-Your-Own-Business-Programme.html, contact LEO Cavan on 049-4377200 or email tarasmith@leo.cavancoco.ie.
Kind Regards,
Tara Smith
Business Advisor
Local Enterprise Office Cavan
Cavan Innovation and Technology Centre, Dublin Road, Cavan, Co. Cavan
( +353 (0) 49 4377200 | * tarasmith@leo.cavancoco.ie| : www.localenterprise.ie/cavan
Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/localenterpriseCavan
Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LEOcavan
6. YOGA
With Evangeline
RYT 200 Ard Nahoo Yoga School, Co Leitrim
RYT 300 Shiva Yoga Peeth, Rishikesh, India
The Bridge St Centre, Cavan
6 Week Courses commence Tuesday 4 th September
Level 1 – 7pm
Level 2 – 8:15pm
€55 for block of 6 classes
* Strength * Flexibility * Relaxation * Mental Health * Lung Capacity *
Stamina *
To reserve a space, please get in touch with Evangeline:
Call/Text/Whatsapp – 086 300 1683
Email - yogawithevangeline@gmail.com
7. THE COTTAGE MARKET
The Bakers Tent is proving to be a huge hit, with the locals coming specifically for their monthly sweet treat. The latest addition to the market is THE GROW TRAIL. The trail invites all growers in Cavan and surrounding areas to bring their Homegrown produce to market and have it sold for them. To encourage new and existing growers to give The Grow Trail a go, a training programme called “From Seed to Market” will be delivered by Barry Kavanagh, one evening per week in September. Contact Imelda on 087 7453651 or email Imelda_mullen@hotmail.com for further details on all upcoming training programmes and supports. Follow us on Facebook for updates https://www.facebook.com/cottagemarketwestcavan/.
8. The RSA’s ‘Check it Fits’ Service is coming to Cavan!
We were previously in contact about the Road Safety Authority’s upcoming ‘Check it Fits’ Service in partnership with Toyota which will be visiting:
SUPERVALU SHOPPING CENTRE VIRGINIA, THURS SEPT 6th 10am to 5.30pm
The ‘Check it Fits’ Service is a full-time, nationwide, free expert service which aims to put parent’s, grandparent’s, and guardian’s minds at ease that their child’s car seat is safely and securely fitted in their car.
The service is quick, it’s easy, it’s free and it is coming to Cavan where our experts will advise on how to fix any problem, demonstrate how to fit the restraint correctly and answer any queries participants might have.
We would be delighted if you could help us to raise awareness of child safety in cars by letting colleagues, friends, family members and any other relevant contacts know about our upcoming visit to Cavan. We have attached copy of our poster which may be useful for promoting the ‘Check it Fits’ Service in your workplace and local community also.
If you can't make the 'Check it Fits’ Service in Cavan, check out our social media channels below to find out where we'll be going next.
Best wishes,
The Check it Fits Team
9. PARENTING PROGRAMS CAVAN 18.19 SEPT
Parenting Cavan will be running a number of Parents Plus programmes starting this September. Please find flyers for these programmes attached, I would very much appreciate if you could share the flyers within your networks. If you require any other additional information please do not hesitate to contact me.
Many thanks in advance.
Kind regards,
Jessica Elliott,
Parenting Cavan Development Officer,
Teach Oscail FRC,
Cavan,
Co. Cavan
T: 0858755448
jelliott@teachoscailfrc.ie
10. Volunteering Information Service 'Steps for Success' Workshop
Please find attached details relating to the Volunteering Information Service 'Steps for Success' Workshop for Groups being held in the Hotel Kilmore on 20th September 2018 at 6pm.
Please confirm your interest in attending this Workshop by responding to this email or contacting the VIS on 087 097 6402. Thank You
Maria
(Volunteer Coordinator)
11. MAGPIES ON THE PYLON
We will be running a bus from Cavan over to this drama performance in Castleblayney on Thursday 27th September.
Entry to the play is free of charge and tickets are available from the Iontas Centre.
While the play focuses on the aftermath of a suicide in a Traveller family, the messages are relevant to everyone.
Could you please advertise the play on your community bulletin and ask people to email me on siu@cavancoco.ie if they wish to book a place on the bus. They will need to contact the Iontas Centre directly to book their ticket.
The performance will be followed by a Q&A session with the writer/actor Michael Collins and refreshments.
Venue: Iontas Centre, Castleblayney
Date : Thursday 27th September 2018
Time: 8:00pm
Bus leaves Cavan 6.30pm
Many thanks for your help.
With kind regards
Emer
Magpies On The Pylon
A one man show written and performed by Michael Collins
Magpies on the Pylon is set in a tiny bedroom belonging to
Jim, a Traveller father who struggles to cope with the suicide
of his 23-year-old son. After his son’s death, Jim has become
Isolated from other family members and is misusing alcohol.
The audience accompanies Jim on an emotional roller-coaster
ride as he articulates loving memories of his son, his fears
for the well-being of his other three children, the turmoil
hat has developed in his relationship with his wife,
his anger at God, and his agonising questions about whether
there was something he could have done to prevent
his son’s death. This one-man play is written and
performed by well-known actor and playwright Michael
Collins.
12. TRAVELLER HEALTH PLAN EVENT
Here attached is an invite you to a workshop on 14th September to explore the role of various stakeholders in the implementation of the Traveller Health Plan for CHO Area 1.
Attached is the flyer for the event.
13. ANGLO CELT BUSINESS AND TOURISM AWARDS (attached)
Please find attached Our Business Tourism Awards Entry Pack for 2018.
You can enter your own company or nominate another company, community group for any of the Catergories. (Two Categories per entry please)
Please note our Community Spirit Award which we would urge you to consider nominating a Community Group/Organisation, Charitable or otherwise that you know of or are involved with.
This year we have added a new catergory "Professional Services" which will cover Accountants, Solicitors, Dental practices, Primary Care Services providers etc.
Please note you can also go online to enter at the following link www.anglocelt.ie/businessawards
If you have queries or problems don't hesitate to give me a call on 049 4379709 or the above Email address.
Best of Luck to you all
14. DJ AND RADIO SKILLS COURSE
Cavan Arts Office and Breffni Integrated are bringing a DJ and Radio Skills Course to Belturbet commencing in Sept. This course is provided under the Arts Lab PEACE IV Programme for Young People. Eight places for young people with a passion for DJ skills and commitment to 26 hours class time in total over 2 evenings each week now available. Places available on a first come first served basis so if you have an interest register now – email kdoherty@cavancoco.ie .
Flyer attached.
15. Cavan schools to save thousands on new alerts system each year
· Revolutionary SchoolAlert.ie system operates across tried and trusted apps
Schools across Cavan are set to save thousands of euro each year by using a new alerts system which offers a far more affordable ‘text a parent’ solution that totally eliminates costly SMS text message credits.
Irish firm SchoolAlerts.ie delivers alerts using well-known apps for free. Founder and tech expert, Brendan Cunningham, sayswww.SchoolAlerts.ie will eliminate the need for Cavan’s 87 schools – 76 primary and 11 second level – to rely solely on messaging systems that cost up to 7 cent per individual text.
“Instead we send alerts to parents as push notifications using well-known smartphone apps such as Viber, Facebook Messenger and Telegram that parents are already familiar with. These apps are often already installed on the parent’s phone, so there is no set up involved. It’s ideal for parents with children spread across several schools and the one account can effectively become the one-stop-shop for all school communications.
“Because push notifications do not cost us, they do not cost the school either. Instead of charging for individual alerts like SMS companies would, we charge a far smaller, annual flat fee for our service and schools. Schools operate the system like they would any messaging board and can send each message for free during the school year.
“Several of the schools we’ve engaged with were spending an average €1,000 a year on texts. Our flat fee (€299 per year inclusive of VAT) is a fraction of this. A shocking 87% of schools we surveyed see the cost of SMS texts as prohibitive and in many cases, they said they cannot afford to send all the messages that they would like,” Cunningham explained.
Schools who want to register can visit the Signup Page and enter their Roll Number. Alerts can then be sent to the entire school, to individual classes or to individual parents in the event of an unexplained absence etc.
The school owns the database of parent contact information and the entire system is GDPR compliant. All parents need to do once their school has signed up is register their phone number on the service website so the SchoolAlerts.ie team can independently verify that they are part of a school's contact list.
“If somebody tries to register on our site with a mobile that we do not recognise from a school's contact list, then they will not be allowed to sign up.”
The new system also includes additional features which include creating interactive polls for parents on issues such as school tour venues, feedback, etc, as well as an option to link up with Met Eireann Orange and Red weather warnings which can be automatically forwarded to parents during storm season.
· For more on the system, log on to www.SchoolAlerts.ie
ENDS
Note to Editors:
The Facts:
· 98% of Irish households have at least one parent with a smartphone and use the relevant apps
· 87% of schools surveyed see the cost of SMS texts as prohibitive. In many cases schools cannot afford to send all the messages that they would like
· 74% of Irish people have a Facebook account so they can be contacted for free using the Messenger App. They are used to getting other messages for free through Messenger so schools should be no different.
· 4% of SMS Text Messages do not deliver to phones when they are sent from bulk-messaging texting companies. They get lost in cyberspace and parents sometimes miss out on important school messages.
How a Parent registers
All parents need to do is register their phone number on the service website so the SchoolAlerts.ie team can independently verify that they are part of a school's contact list.
Once a verified parent signs up on SchoolAlerts.ie they can log in to the site to get a unique code. By typing this code into the page on Facebook Messenger, Telegram or Viber it means the service can link them up and start sending them alerts. This is a very quick process and it only takes a moment for parents to complete at the start of the school year.
How it works for schools
Schools who want to register can visit the Signup Page and enter their Roll Number. Alerts can then be sent to the entire school, to individual classes or to individual parents in the event of an unexplained absence etc.
The school owns the database of parent contact information and therefore the school is the Data Controller. As service provider, SchoolAlerts.ie is nominated Data Processor for a defined series of tasks on behalf of the school.
Both parties need to have a signed GDPR "Controller:Processor Agreement" in place before SchoolAlerts.ie can offer schools this service. There is no provision for SchoolAlerts.ie to store children's names in this system. They regard this as extremely high-risk data and it is not required for them to offer a solution to contact parents.
Neans McSweeney,
Director,
McSweeney Media,
11 Patrick Street,
Kilkenny.
00 353 86 2620 355
www.mcsweeneymedia.ie
16. The Chronic Disease Self-Management Programme (CDSMP) will run in Cavan town Library starting on Wednesday 26/9/18 from 2.15 to 4.45.
Anyone who is living with any long-term health condition is welcome, but places are limited so book early.
This programme will be run by Arthritis Ireland, who have kindly agreed to welcome participants with any long term condition. The cost is €32 (€24 for medical card holders). This covers the 6 workshops, refreshments and the course book.
The programme is called 'Living Well With Chronic Conditions' and is the same programme as the 'Quality of Life' which is run by the HSE in Counties Donegal, Sligo and Leitrim. I am therefore very happy to recommend this Arthritis Ireland programme in Cavan.
I attach here the flier and leaflet for the Cavan programme. Can you kindly circulate this information to your membership/patient cohort in the Cavan/Monaghan region.
Anyone who is interested should contact Arthritis Ireland:
Online : www.arthritisireland.ie
Email : training@arthristisireland.ie
Phone: 01 6470206 or 1890 252846
17. STRESS CONTROL WORKSHOP
Please find attached an invitation to a presentation on Stress Control on Tuesday 18th September in the Canal Stores, Cara Road/N54 Cavan Rd, Clones from 11 am to 1pm. Cavan Monaghan HSE, with the support of HSE Health and Wellbeing are delighted to be in a position to introduce this evidence based programme to the communities of Cavan and Monaghan.
Stress Control is a six session (90 minute) class which teaches people to "become their own therapist". This programme was developed by Dr Jim White, Consultant Clinical Psychologist to assist people by providing ways to prevent stress from becoming a problem or stop it being a problem. Stress Control is a psycho-educational programme best delivered to large groups of people in the community and we are now seeking interest from members of staff within the HSE, as well as other local statutory, community and voluntary organisations to become Trainers in Stress Control.
The presentation on 18th September will include an input from Dr Christina Corbett, Senior Clinical Psychologist with Mental Health Services Donegal who has been involved in the delivery of Stress Control for a number of years and has recently conducted research to evaluate the effectiveness of Stress Control as an intervention. More details will also be provided on what is involved in becoming a Trainer and what is expected once trained to deliver the programme.
This is a very welcome development for the communities of Cavan and Monaghan and we would hope that you can join us on 18th September to hear more about this opportunity.
Please confirm your availability to attend by emailing emer.ohanrahan@hse.ie or contact Emer on 047 30429 before Monday 10th September 2018.
18. Understanding self-harm, safeTALK and ASIST training
Please find attached information on upcoming dates for Understanding self-harm training, plus details of the dates for safeTALK and ASIST training, previously circulated.
Best regards,
Emer
Emer Mulligan
Resource Officer for Suicide Prevention
HSE Cavan Monaghan Mental Health Services
Carrickmacross Primary Care Centre
Donaghmoyne Road
Carrickmacross
Co Monaghan
Tel: 086 1717 563
19. The Bridge Street Centre is a central hub for community and voluntary activities, and family support services, in Cavan town.
We are presently filling the bookings diary for September onwards, but still have some room-hire availability on most days, daytime and evening. (open between 9am-11pm)
If your organisation is looking for a venue for meetings, workshops, training courses, events in Cavan, perhaps The Bridge Street Centre can accommodate your needs?
See attached brochure for details of our facilities, plus information in respect of Kesh Kids Parent & Toddlers Group, who are seeking new families to attend this autumn.
For further details or to make bookings, please reply by e-mail, or phone the numbers below.
Please circulate this e-mail to all relevant service providers and groups, and anyone you think may need a venue in Cavan – thank you.
Kind regards,
Errol
Errol Stafford
Centre Manager
Bridge Street Resource & Community Centre
Cavan County Council
( 049 4325070
( 087 3558447
* estafford@cavancoco.ie
www.bridgestreetcentre.ie
1. SOSAD Cavan Colour Fun Run September 9th (see attached flier for info)
2. Sustainable Energy Communities National Event 2018
3. CAVAN SPORTS PARTNERSHIP
4. Go For Life PALs Workshops Coming to Cavan Autumn 2018
5. Start Your Own Business Programme.
6. YOGA
7. THE COTTAGE MARKET
8. The RSA’s ‘Check it Fits’ Service is coming to Cavan!
9. PARENTING PROGRAMS CAVAN 18.19 SEPT
10. Volunteering Information Service 'Steps for Success' Workshop
11. MAGPIES ON THE PYLON
12. TRAVELLER HEALTH PLAN EVENT
13. ANGLO CELT BUSINESS AND TOURISM AWARDS (attached)
14. DJ AND RADIO SKILLS COURSE
15. NEW ALERT SYSTEM FOR CAVAN SCHOOLS
16. The Chronic Disease Self-Management Programme (CDSMP)
17. STRESS CONTROL WORKSHOP
18. Understanding self-harm, safeTALK and ASIST training
19. The Bridge Street Centre
1. SOSAD Cavan Colour Fun Run September 9th (see attached flier for info)
2. Sustainable Energy Communities
National Event 2018
When: Saturday 8th September, 10:30am - 4:30pm
Where: Business Building, Athlone Institute of Technology
Admission is free, however registration is essential and will only take a few moments, please click on the link HERE and use the following password: seai2018
Remember - we ask all those intending to attend to register in advance by Wednesday 5th September.
Please share this invite with anyone who may be interested in finding out more about the programme, inside or outside of your SEC.
Event information
Building on the success of last year, SEAI will be holding the 3rd annual Sustainable Energy Communities National Event on Saturday 8th September in Athlone IT. The event, which is expected to attract 250 people from across almost 200 Sustainable Energy Communities (SECs), aims to facilitate learning and networking between communities from all across Ireland.
Please go to the event flyer for further information and see what’s new to this year’s event HERE
3. CAVAN SPORTS PARTNERSHIP
Have your say!
Cavan County Council is undertaking a feasibility study in relation to the development of a new sports facility for the county. Please take a minute to click the link below and give us your thoughts on how we can help support and develop sport in Cavan in the future.
Survey closes 15th September 2018
https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/Cavanregionalsportsfacility
*A public consultation session as part of this process will take place in
Hotel Kilmore Cavan
Wednesday 12th September 2018
6.30pm – 8pm
4. Go For Life PALs Workshops Coming to Cavan Autumn 2018
A PAL is a Physical Activity Leader who is already part of a group or club and is willing to lead activities. PALs lead their local group in things like short exercise routines, fun games, simple dances and sports like pitch and toss. Groups may be an Active Retirement group, a sports club, an ICA group or some social group that meets regularly. Each PAL will come to nine workshops that cover all of the different Go for Life activities. There are routines and activities to suit every member of your group.
Cavan Sports Partnership will be organising these workshops in October in 2018, and are putting out an expression of interest to all relevant groups within the county so if you would like to become a PAL, within your own local club, you can express your interest now with Dean McElroy, 087-2623956 or emaildmcelroy@cavancoco.ie
5. Start Your Own Business Programme.
information on an upcoming 4 day Mature Entrepreneurs – Start Your Own Business Programme.
Local Enterprise Office (LEO) Cavan, in collaboration with Cavan Chamber and Cavan Older People's Council, will deliver a Start Your Own Business programme specifically aimed at Mature Entrepreneurs. Starting on 26th September, this four day programme is open to those aged 50+ who are interested in starting up their own business or investing in one. For further details, please visit the online booking link: https://www.localenterprise.ie/Cavan/Training-Events/Online-Bookings/Mature-Entrepreneurs-Start-Your-Own-Business-Programme.html, contact LEO Cavan on 049-4377200 or email tarasmith@leo.cavancoco.ie.
Kind Regards,
Tara Smith
Business Advisor
Local Enterprise Office Cavan
Cavan Innovation and Technology Centre, Dublin Road, Cavan, Co. Cavan
( +353 (0) 49 4377200 | * tarasmith@leo.cavancoco.ie| : www.localenterprise.ie/cavan
Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/localenterpriseCavan
Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LEOcavan
6. YOGA
With Evangeline
RYT 200 Ard Nahoo Yoga School, Co Leitrim
RYT 300 Shiva Yoga Peeth, Rishikesh, India
The Bridge St Centre, Cavan
6 Week Courses commence Tuesday 4 th September
Level 1 – 7pm
Level 2 – 8:15pm
€55 for block of 6 classes
* Strength * Flexibility * Relaxation * Mental Health * Lung Capacity *
Stamina *
To reserve a space, please get in touch with Evangeline:
Call/Text/Whatsapp – 086 300 1683
Email - yogawithevangeline@gmail.com
7. THE COTTAGE MARKET
The Bakers Tent is proving to be a huge hit, with the locals coming specifically for their monthly sweet treat. The latest addition to the market is THE GROW TRAIL. The trail invites all growers in Cavan and surrounding areas to bring their Homegrown produce to market and have it sold for them. To encourage new and existing growers to give The Grow Trail a go, a training programme called “From Seed to Market” will be delivered by Barry Kavanagh, one evening per week in September. Contact Imelda on 087 7453651 or email Imelda_mullen@hotmail.com for further details on all upcoming training programmes and supports. Follow us on Facebook for updates https://www.facebook.com/cottagemarketwestcavan/.
8. The RSA’s ‘Check it Fits’ Service is coming to Cavan!
We were previously in contact about the Road Safety Authority’s upcoming ‘Check it Fits’ Service in partnership with Toyota which will be visiting:
SUPERVALU SHOPPING CENTRE VIRGINIA, THURS SEPT 6th 10am to 5.30pm
The ‘Check it Fits’ Service is a full-time, nationwide, free expert service which aims to put parent’s, grandparent’s, and guardian’s minds at ease that their child’s car seat is safely and securely fitted in their car.
The service is quick, it’s easy, it’s free and it is coming to Cavan where our experts will advise on how to fix any problem, demonstrate how to fit the restraint correctly and answer any queries participants might have.
We would be delighted if you could help us to raise awareness of child safety in cars by letting colleagues, friends, family members and any other relevant contacts know about our upcoming visit to Cavan. We have attached copy of our poster which may be useful for promoting the ‘Check it Fits’ Service in your workplace and local community also.
If you can't make the 'Check it Fits’ Service in Cavan, check out our social media channels below to find out where we'll be going next.
Best wishes,
The Check it Fits Team
9. PARENTING PROGRAMS CAVAN 18.19 SEPT
Parenting Cavan will be running a number of Parents Plus programmes starting this September. Please find flyers for these programmes attached, I would very much appreciate if you could share the flyers within your networks. If you require any other additional information please do not hesitate to contact me.
Many thanks in advance.
Kind regards,
Jessica Elliott,
Parenting Cavan Development Officer,
Teach Oscail FRC,
Cavan,
Co. Cavan
T: 0858755448
jelliott@teachoscailfrc.ie
10. Volunteering Information Service 'Steps for Success' Workshop
Please find attached details relating to the Volunteering Information Service 'Steps for Success' Workshop for Groups being held in the Hotel Kilmore on 20th September 2018 at 6pm.
Please confirm your interest in attending this Workshop by responding to this email or contacting the VIS on 087 097 6402. Thank You
Maria
(Volunteer Coordinator)
11. MAGPIES ON THE PYLON
We will be running a bus from Cavan over to this drama performance in Castleblayney on Thursday 27th September.
Entry to the play is free of charge and tickets are available from the Iontas Centre.
While the play focuses on the aftermath of a suicide in a Traveller family, the messages are relevant to everyone.
Could you please advertise the play on your community bulletin and ask people to email me on siu@cavancoco.ie if they wish to book a place on the bus. They will need to contact the Iontas Centre directly to book their ticket.
The performance will be followed by a Q&A session with the writer/actor Michael Collins and refreshments.
Venue: Iontas Centre, Castleblayney
Date : Thursday 27th September 2018
Time: 8:00pm
Bus leaves Cavan 6.30pm
Many thanks for your help.
With kind regards
Emer
Magpies On The Pylon
A one man show written and performed by Michael Collins
Magpies on the Pylon is set in a tiny bedroom belonging to
Jim, a Traveller father who struggles to cope with the suicide
of his 23-year-old son. After his son’s death, Jim has become
Isolated from other family members and is misusing alcohol.
The audience accompanies Jim on an emotional roller-coaster
ride as he articulates loving memories of his son, his fears
for the well-being of his other three children, the turmoil
hat has developed in his relationship with his wife,
his anger at God, and his agonising questions about whether
there was something he could have done to prevent
his son’s death. This one-man play is written and
performed by well-known actor and playwright Michael
Collins.
12. TRAVELLER HEALTH PLAN EVENT
Here attached is an invite you to a workshop on 14th September to explore the role of various stakeholders in the implementation of the Traveller Health Plan for CHO Area 1.
Attached is the flyer for the event.
13. ANGLO CELT BUSINESS AND TOURISM AWARDS (attached)
Please find attached Our Business Tourism Awards Entry Pack for 2018.
You can enter your own company or nominate another company, community group for any of the Catergories. (Two Categories per entry please)
Please note our Community Spirit Award which we would urge you to consider nominating a Community Group/Organisation, Charitable or otherwise that you know of or are involved with.
This year we have added a new catergory "Professional Services" which will cover Accountants, Solicitors, Dental practices, Primary Care Services providers etc.
Please note you can also go online to enter at the following link www.anglocelt.ie/businessawards
If you have queries or problems don't hesitate to give me a call on 049 4379709 or the above Email address.
Best of Luck to you all
14. DJ AND RADIO SKILLS COURSE
Cavan Arts Office and Breffni Integrated are bringing a DJ and Radio Skills Course to Belturbet commencing in Sept. This course is provided under the Arts Lab PEACE IV Programme for Young People. Eight places for young people with a passion for DJ skills and commitment to 26 hours class time in total over 2 evenings each week now available. Places available on a first come first served basis so if you have an interest register now – email kdoherty@cavancoco.ie .
Flyer attached.
15. Cavan schools to save thousands on new alerts system each year
· Revolutionary SchoolAlert.ie system operates across tried and trusted apps
Schools across Cavan are set to save thousands of euro each year by using a new alerts system which offers a far more affordable ‘text a parent’ solution that totally eliminates costly SMS text message credits.
Irish firm SchoolAlerts.ie delivers alerts using well-known apps for free. Founder and tech expert, Brendan Cunningham, sayswww.SchoolAlerts.ie will eliminate the need for Cavan’s 87 schools – 76 primary and 11 second level – to rely solely on messaging systems that cost up to 7 cent per individual text.
“Instead we send alerts to parents as push notifications using well-known smartphone apps such as Viber, Facebook Messenger and Telegram that parents are already familiar with. These apps are often already installed on the parent’s phone, so there is no set up involved. It’s ideal for parents with children spread across several schools and the one account can effectively become the one-stop-shop for all school communications.
“Because push notifications do not cost us, they do not cost the school either. Instead of charging for individual alerts like SMS companies would, we charge a far smaller, annual flat fee for our service and schools. Schools operate the system like they would any messaging board and can send each message for free during the school year.
“Several of the schools we’ve engaged with were spending an average €1,000 a year on texts. Our flat fee (€299 per year inclusive of VAT) is a fraction of this. A shocking 87% of schools we surveyed see the cost of SMS texts as prohibitive and in many cases, they said they cannot afford to send all the messages that they would like,” Cunningham explained.
Schools who want to register can visit the Signup Page and enter their Roll Number. Alerts can then be sent to the entire school, to individual classes or to individual parents in the event of an unexplained absence etc.
The school owns the database of parent contact information and the entire system is GDPR compliant. All parents need to do once their school has signed up is register their phone number on the service website so the SchoolAlerts.ie team can independently verify that they are part of a school's contact list.
“If somebody tries to register on our site with a mobile that we do not recognise from a school's contact list, then they will not be allowed to sign up.”
The new system also includes additional features which include creating interactive polls for parents on issues such as school tour venues, feedback, etc, as well as an option to link up with Met Eireann Orange and Red weather warnings which can be automatically forwarded to parents during storm season.
· For more on the system, log on to www.SchoolAlerts.ie
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Note to Editors:
The Facts:
· 98% of Irish households have at least one parent with a smartphone and use the relevant apps
· 87% of schools surveyed see the cost of SMS texts as prohibitive. In many cases schools cannot afford to send all the messages that they would like
· 74% of Irish people have a Facebook account so they can be contacted for free using the Messenger App. They are used to getting other messages for free through Messenger so schools should be no different.
· 4% of SMS Text Messages do not deliver to phones when they are sent from bulk-messaging texting companies. They get lost in cyberspace and parents sometimes miss out on important school messages.
How a Parent registers
All parents need to do is register their phone number on the service website so the SchoolAlerts.ie team can independently verify that they are part of a school's contact list.
Once a verified parent signs up on SchoolAlerts.ie they can log in to the site to get a unique code. By typing this code into the page on Facebook Messenger, Telegram or Viber it means the service can link them up and start sending them alerts. This is a very quick process and it only takes a moment for parents to complete at the start of the school year.
How it works for schools
Schools who want to register can visit the Signup Page and enter their Roll Number. Alerts can then be sent to the entire school, to individual classes or to individual parents in the event of an unexplained absence etc.
The school owns the database of parent contact information and therefore the school is the Data Controller. As service provider, SchoolAlerts.ie is nominated Data Processor for a defined series of tasks on behalf of the school.
Both parties need to have a signed GDPR "Controller:Processor Agreement" in place before SchoolAlerts.ie can offer schools this service. There is no provision for SchoolAlerts.ie to store children's names in this system. They regard this as extremely high-risk data and it is not required for them to offer a solution to contact parents.
Neans McSweeney,
Director,
McSweeney Media,
11 Patrick Street,
Kilkenny.
00 353 86 2620 355
www.mcsweeneymedia.ie
16. The Chronic Disease Self-Management Programme (CDSMP) will run in Cavan town Library starting on Wednesday 26/9/18 from 2.15 to 4.45.
Anyone who is living with any long-term health condition is welcome, but places are limited so book early.
This programme will be run by Arthritis Ireland, who have kindly agreed to welcome participants with any long term condition. The cost is €32 (€24 for medical card holders). This covers the 6 workshops, refreshments and the course book.
The programme is called 'Living Well With Chronic Conditions' and is the same programme as the 'Quality of Life' which is run by the HSE in Counties Donegal, Sligo and Leitrim. I am therefore very happy to recommend this Arthritis Ireland programme in Cavan.
I attach here the flier and leaflet for the Cavan programme. Can you kindly circulate this information to your membership/patient cohort in the Cavan/Monaghan region.
Anyone who is interested should contact Arthritis Ireland:
Online : www.arthritisireland.ie
Email : training@arthristisireland.ie
Phone: 01 6470206 or 1890 252846
17. STRESS CONTROL WORKSHOP
Please find attached an invitation to a presentation on Stress Control on Tuesday 18th September in the Canal Stores, Cara Road/N54 Cavan Rd, Clones from 11 am to 1pm. Cavan Monaghan HSE, with the support of HSE Health and Wellbeing are delighted to be in a position to introduce this evidence based programme to the communities of Cavan and Monaghan.
Stress Control is a six session (90 minute) class which teaches people to "become their own therapist". This programme was developed by Dr Jim White, Consultant Clinical Psychologist to assist people by providing ways to prevent stress from becoming a problem or stop it being a problem. Stress Control is a psycho-educational programme best delivered to large groups of people in the community and we are now seeking interest from members of staff within the HSE, as well as other local statutory, community and voluntary organisations to become Trainers in Stress Control.
The presentation on 18th September will include an input from Dr Christina Corbett, Senior Clinical Psychologist with Mental Health Services Donegal who has been involved in the delivery of Stress Control for a number of years and has recently conducted research to evaluate the effectiveness of Stress Control as an intervention. More details will also be provided on what is involved in becoming a Trainer and what is expected once trained to deliver the programme.
This is a very welcome development for the communities of Cavan and Monaghan and we would hope that you can join us on 18th September to hear more about this opportunity.
Please confirm your availability to attend by emailing emer.ohanrahan@hse.ie or contact Emer on 047 30429 before Monday 10th September 2018.
18. Understanding self-harm, safeTALK and ASIST training
Please find attached information on upcoming dates for Understanding self-harm training, plus details of the dates for safeTALK and ASIST training, previously circulated.
Best regards,
Emer
Emer Mulligan
Resource Officer for Suicide Prevention
HSE Cavan Monaghan Mental Health Services
Carrickmacross Primary Care Centre
Donaghmoyne Road
Carrickmacross
Co Monaghan
Tel: 086 1717 563
19. The Bridge Street Centre is a central hub for community and voluntary activities, and family support services, in Cavan town.
We are presently filling the bookings diary for September onwards, but still have some room-hire availability on most days, daytime and evening. (open between 9am-11pm)
If your organisation is looking for a venue for meetings, workshops, training courses, events in Cavan, perhaps The Bridge Street Centre can accommodate your needs?
See attached brochure for details of our facilities, plus information in respect of Kesh Kids Parent & Toddlers Group, who are seeking new families to attend this autumn.
For further details or to make bookings, please reply by e-mail, or phone the numbers below.
Please circulate this e-mail to all relevant service providers and groups, and anyone you think may need a venue in Cavan – thank you.
Kind regards,
Errol
Errol Stafford
Centre Manager
Bridge Street Resource & Community Centre
Cavan County Council
( 049 4325070
( 087 3558447
* estafford@cavancoco.ie
www.bridgestreetcentre.ie
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COMMUNITY ELECTIONS
COMMUNITY ELECTIONS
CavanPPN has been asked to facilitate 3 elections for community representation in County Cavan as below. This will be open to groups registered with CavanPPN under the categories identified in the outline of each electoral post.
Nominations are open now and the deadline for expressions of interest will be 5pm on Friday August 17th.
Breffni Integrated CLG
Social Inclusion Representative Board of Directors
Breffni Integrated is a developmental company working with high impacts in the community sector. They seek a representative to come on board and lead the way in representing Social Inclusion in County Cavan. Members should take into account a requirement of a monthly meeting for 2-3 hours which will have a contributing factor to the development of County Cavan.
See www.breffniint.ie for more information
Breffni Integrated CLG
Cavan Town Area Representative Board of Directors
Breffni Integrated is a developmental company working with high impacts in the community sector. They seek a representative to come on board and lead the way in representing Cavan Town. Members should take into account a requirement of a monthly meeting for 2-3 hours which will have a contributing factor to the development of County Cavan.
See www.breffniint.ie for more information
The Bridge Street Centre
Cavan Town Area Representative Board of Directors
The Bridge Street Centre is a community focused organization based at the heart of Cavan Town. It’s developmental approach to support community has enhanced and aided projects in and around the town over the years of its establishment. They are now seeking a community representative to come and join their board of directors from the community groups of Cavan Town.
See www.bridgestreetcentre.ie for more information
ALL EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST/NOMINATIONS TO BE FORWARDED TO rachelcavanppn@gmail.com by 5pm Friday August 17th.
HOSTING OF THESE ELECTIONS SHALL BE UNDERTAKEN IN THE OLD REFERENCE LIBRARY, FARNHAM STREET, CAVAN TOWN at 7pm Friday August 24th.
CavanPPN has been asked to facilitate 3 elections for community representation in County Cavan as below. This will be open to groups registered with CavanPPN under the categories identified in the outline of each electoral post.
Nominations are open now and the deadline for expressions of interest will be 5pm on Friday August 17th.
Breffni Integrated CLG
Social Inclusion Representative Board of Directors
Breffni Integrated is a developmental company working with high impacts in the community sector. They seek a representative to come on board and lead the way in representing Social Inclusion in County Cavan. Members should take into account a requirement of a monthly meeting for 2-3 hours which will have a contributing factor to the development of County Cavan.
See www.breffniint.ie for more information
Breffni Integrated CLG
Cavan Town Area Representative Board of Directors
Breffni Integrated is a developmental company working with high impacts in the community sector. They seek a representative to come on board and lead the way in representing Cavan Town. Members should take into account a requirement of a monthly meeting for 2-3 hours which will have a contributing factor to the development of County Cavan.
See www.breffniint.ie for more information
The Bridge Street Centre
Cavan Town Area Representative Board of Directors
The Bridge Street Centre is a community focused organization based at the heart of Cavan Town. It’s developmental approach to support community has enhanced and aided projects in and around the town over the years of its establishment. They are now seeking a community representative to come and join their board of directors from the community groups of Cavan Town.
See www.bridgestreetcentre.ie for more information
ALL EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST/NOMINATIONS TO BE FORWARDED TO rachelcavanppn@gmail.com by 5pm Friday August 17th.
HOSTING OF THESE ELECTIONS SHALL BE UNDERTAKEN IN THE OLD REFERENCE LIBRARY, FARNHAM STREET, CAVAN TOWN at 7pm Friday August 24th.
AUGUST 2018 Community Notes
Community Notes
Welcome to the August version of Community Notes from Cavan Public Participation Network.
We hope you find something of interest here. Please let us know by emailing cavanppn@gmail.com if you have anything to be promoted at the end of each month (please don't reply to this email). Feel free to peruse the contents to see if there's anything you want to read and don't forget the attachments.
We are also updating our data base between now and later this year so you may receive a contact from us in regard to your details so thank you so much for helping out with this.
Finally, our Resource Worker will be on leave until later in August so if you have any pressing queries you can reach the office team on rachelcavanppn@gmail.com
Contents
1. Community Elections for Breffni Integrated & Bridge Street Centre
2. Taste of Cavan Vote
3. Survey for Slieve Rushen Development
4. Family Caregiving Workshop
5. Sustainable Communities Toolkit
6. Glangevlin Support
7. Mental Health Community Certificate
8. Friends of the Earth seek Festival Volunteers
9. Local Transport Linkage Group Meeting
10. (attached) Taste of Cavan Food Trail
11. (attached) Belturbet Festival of the Erne
12. (attached) Cavan Pop Up Cafe Trad Session
1. COMMUNITY ELECTIONS
CavanPPN has been asked to facilitate 3 elections for community representation in County Cavan as below. This will be open to groups registered with CavanPPN under the categories identified in the outline of each electoral post.
Nominations are open now and the deadline for expressions of interest will be 5pm on Friday August 17th.
Breffni Integrated CLG
Social Inclusion Representative Board of Directors
Breffni Integrated is a developmental company working with high impacts in the community sector. They seek a representative to come on board and lead the way in representing Social Inclusion in County Cavan. Members should take into account a requirement of a monthly meeting for 2-3 hours which will have a contributing factor to the development of County Cavan.
See www.breffniint.ie for more information
Breffni Integrated CLG
Cavan Town Area Representative Board of Directors
Breffni Integrated is a developmental company working with high impacts in the community sector. They seek a representative to come on board and lead the way in representing Cavan Town. Members should take into account a requirement of a monthly meeting for 2-3 hours which will have a contributing factor to the development of County Cavan.
See www.breffniint.ie for more information
The Bridge Street Centre
Cavan Town Area Representative Board of Directors
The Bridge Street Centre is a community focused organization based at the heart of Cavan Town. It’s developmental approach to support community has enhanced and aided projects in and around the town over the years of its establishment. They are now seeking a community representative to come and join their board of directors from the community groups of Cavan Town.
See www.bridgestreetcentre.ie for more information
ALL EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST/NOMINATIONS TO BE FORWARDED TO rachelcavanppn@gmail.com by 5pm Friday August 17th.
HOSTING OF THESE ELECTIONS SHALL BE UNDERTAKEN IN THE OLD REFERENCE LIBRARY, FARNHAM STREET, CAVAN TOWN at 7pm Friday August 24th.
2. Taste of Cavan Vote
Cavan is a top-ten finalist in the 2018 'Foodie Destinations' competition and phase two of the competition, public voting, is now open.
Voting only takes two seconds, so please take the time to vote for Cavan at the link below and share it on social media and in your immediate networks. Every vote counts!
http://www.foodiedestinations.ie/city/cavan
3. Survey for Slieve Rushen Development
Cavan County Council are one of a number of stakeholders working with Quinn Building Products on the development of the Slieve Rushen Border Heritage and Habitat Park Peace IV Project outside Ballyconnell.
This Border Park will consists of the restoration of a two storey Victorian house into a Heritage and Habitat peace and reconciliation visitor centre. The visitor centre has been designed to build upon cross-border and cross-community relationships by promoting a greater understanding of the history and heritage of the area. The visitor centre will also be a focal point for several cross-border trails.
To progress this project a need and demand survey is required. Can you please give a few minutes of your time to complete the survey – it’s a very short survey.
This is the link to the survey.
https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/borderpark
4. Family Caregiving Workshop
My name is Kevin Deegan and I am a research assistant with Care Alliance Ireland. I am responsible for coordinating six regional workshops across the country. The reason I am emailing you is to request assistance in spreading word of an upcoming workshop in Cavan in October.
To summarise as briefly as I can, this project began in 2015 under the title "Towards Resilience in Family Caregiving for People with Dementia" which brought together numerous family carers of people with dementia and asked them to share the stories and experiences as care givers and how it has affected their lives.
The workshop will take place in:
1. Cavan – Cavan Crystal Hotel (October 2nd)
The workshop will last about three hours from 10:00 – 13:00 and family carers will also be reimbursed for any travel expenses or care costs, should they attend a workshop. Refreshments will be provided for each person during the meeting and lunch will be served after the workshop.
If you know of any family carers of people with dementia that may wish to take part in the workshop then we would be very grateful if you could pass along this information.
Thank you again for your help and I look forward to hearing from you.
Kind regards,
Kevin Deegan
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Kevin Deegan
Project Assistant: Research and Communications
Care Alliance Ireland- Guiding Support for Family Carers
T: + 353 1 874 7776
M: + 353 85 852 9352
A: Coleraine House, Coleraine Street, Dublin 7
E: ndo@carealliance.ie
W: www.carealliance.ie
Twitter: @CareAllianceIrl
Working Days: Tuesday-Thursday
Company Limited by Guarantee
Registered in Dublin Ireland, company address as above
Company Registration No 461315 CHY No 14644 Charity Registration No 20048303
5. Sustainable Communities Toolkit
What do you think of when you hear the word ‘sustainability’? It’s safe to say that most people associate it with protecting the natural environment – ensuring that we use natural resources in such a way that future generations can also access them. Well, that’s part of it, but there’s more to it! The Wheel sees ‘sustainable’ communities as being economically thriving, environmentally healthy and socially resilient.
Produced in partnership with the Environmental Protection Agency, Living Better, Using Less: a Sustainable Communities toolkit for Community and Voluntary Organisations is an online toolkit to help communities achieve greater sustainability. Using videos, questions, activities, examples, case studies and suggested actions, the toolkit provides community and voluntary organisations with practical guidance for implementing sustainability solutions within both rural and urban communities.
The toolkit is broken down into 5 key themes:
1) Ecological Integrity
In a world of changing climate, over reliance on the earth's resources and loss of biodiversity, communities can be part of a wider movement of change towards a sustainable future. Learn More >>
2) Health & Well-being
Everyone in our community should be able to flourish and thrive, feel connected, satisfied with services and able to cope with whatever knocks they encounter now and for future generations. Learn More >>
3) Participation & Engagement
A sustainable community is one that puts its most vulnerable members at its centre. How do we ensure all voices are at the decision-making table and that services are as accessible as possible? Learn More >>
4) Culture & Heritage
Each community is unique in their own special way and we need to nurture this integrity of place so that when faced with difficult decisions, that communities will know what they are willing to accept. Learn more >>
5) Economic Resilience
How can we make our communities more financially sustainable, while at the same time challenging unsustainable economic models of development and promoting a model of development that is good for people, good for planet. Learn More >>
To find out more about creating a sustainable community visit: www.sustainabletoolkit.ie
6. Glangevlin Support
If you know of any families who might consider a move to Glangevlin now or in the future, pass on the information below. Would you also pass this information on through your local contacts and social media.
· Mob: 083 8072577
· Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/standwithglan
· Web: www.standwithglan.ie
“We are a small community in west Cavan trying to save our school. With a dwindling population we are asking you to take the plunge and join us for a year of rural living. There is no commitment required, simply give country living a go and we will do everything to support you.
Have you ever considered a move to the countryside. A year of rural living can reset your clock, offer you a different pace of life and a different perspective, the children become increasingly aware of the seasons, (picking the fruit on the hedgerow), aware of time, (through the expansive views of our sunrise and sunset), and space (the stars; with little to no light pollution our nights are as spectacular as our days).
If only as a respite from city living or a break, we ask that you consider this experience. Glangevlin has never had this opportunity to invite people to live in our community but a small number of homes have been made available to us in our efforts to save the school.”
7. Mental Health Community Certificate
Cavan Monaghan Mental Health Service, in partnership with Mental Health Ireland and UCC are pleased to offer an NFQ Level 6 Certificate in Mental Health in the Community.
This part-time, one year programme will be held in Cavan Institute commencing in September 2018.
This course may be of relevance to any person with an interest in Mental Health in the Community. This includes people who attend the mental health services and their family/supporters as well as staff and volunteers in community, health or social care sectors who are committed to enhancing their current knowledge and skills to support recovery for people who experience mental health difficulties.
Application forms are available on line; https://www.ucc.ie/en/ace-cmhc/
For further information please contact Brenda Healy in UCC on 086 807 9204 or email b.healy@ucc.ie.
I would be grateful if you could circulate this information to your colleagues and networks as appropriate.
Thank you in advance and best regards,
Emer
8. FRIENDS OF EARTH FESTIVAL VOLUNTEERS
For the last 3 years, Friends of the Earth has brought a team of volunteers to Ireland's biggest music, comedy and spoken word festival - Electric Picnic.
Will you be part of it this year?Here's the deal:In return for volunteering each of the three days for 6 hours each day (the earliest you would be working is 10am, and the latest 9pm), either petitioning on the Waste Reduction Bill, working the Cup Refund Points or engaging festival-goers on what waste goes in what bin, you get -
· A free ticket to the entire festival
· Free transport by private coach from Dublin (Merrion Square South) on Thursday August 30th at 2:30pm
· Free transport back to Dublin on one of the Marathon coaches that leaves the festival every hour from the Sunday evening into the Monday morning
· A place in eco-camping
· A dinner on the evening of August 30th
· A free dinner with the other volunteers on the final evening
In return, you are required to:
· Attend one training session before the festival on either August 16th (6-8pm, Dublin) or 19th (1-3pm, Dublin)
· Camp with the rest of the volunteers in the eco-campsite
· Sign a volunteer agreement
· Pay a fully refundable deposit*
· Be over 18
· Supply all of your own camping equipment
Having a large amount of enthusiastic volunteers on site has a huge impact on how much recycling happens at the festival. Since 2015, the efforts of the Green Messengers have collectively resulted in:
· 2015 - 60,000 plastic cups being returned
· 2016 -139,855 plastic cups being returned
· 2017 - 265,048 plastic cups being returned
Do you want to be part of raising this figure even higher?Festivals can be intense bursts of waste; 55,000+ people in a contained area, with plastic littering the arena floor, beer cans often blanketing the ground in the campsites, melding with broken tents on the Monday morning to provide a perfectly shameful picture for the front page of every Irish newspaper.
But you can be part of a team to make Electric Picnic the greenest festival in Ireland. Imagine an atmosphere of care, responsibility, and shared respect for our natural environment. You can be part of creating that atmosphere, and the best part? As a reward, you get a free weekend pass to this brilliant festival.
So if you want to chat to festival-goers about the need for a strong Waste Reduction Bill, help them figure out which bin their waste goes in, and be part of a real-life deposit return scheme for plastic cups and bottles, then we want you to join us in Stradbally from the afternoon of August 30th until the evening of Sunday 2nd September.
Sound good?
Apply to volunteer now!
Meaghan, Claudia, Oisín, Kate & Cara
Friends of the Earth
*We need to ask for a deposit because we can't take the risk that volunteers won't show up, we hope you can understand that! The deposit will be €150, to be paid in one instalment. If you cannot afford this, please get in touch with us as we don't want financial difficulties to prevent anyone from taking part.
9. Local Transport Linkage Group Meeting
There will be a Cavan Public Participation Linkage Group Meeting held on
THURSDAY AUGUST 23rd
in
THE REALTOG CENTRE, KILNALECK
@8pm
This meeting will be to discuss issues and access to local transport in the county, particularly in rural areas.
David Cahill will be the facilitator and he will be gathering your ideas and suggestions for better public transport across the county and bringing them to those who develop the deployment of this for Cavan.
AT The Edge, Cavan
Tuesday 28 August 2018
6.30pm
Johnston Library
AT The Edge, Cavan’s Literary evening celebrates summer this August on Tuesday 28 August 2018 at 6.30pm in the Johnston Library. An eclectic blend of three award winning writers and poets will be reading so come and enjoy strong thought provoking poetry from Karen McDonnell, a gritty mix of human nature from David Butler and engrossing prose from Tanya Farrelly. Then add to the heady mix what you will at the AT The Edge open mic.
Karen J McDonnell has been published most recently in the Hennessy/Irish Times New Irish Writing, The Galway Review, spontaneity.org, and the Irish edition of Coast To Coast To Coast. She has won several awards and has been listed in competitions including this year's Bangor Poetry Competition and the 2017 Robert Monteith, Poems for Patience, and Dermot Healy Poetry prizes. Karen has read at festivals and spoken word venues around Ireland, and on RTÉ's Sunday Miscellany and The Poetry Programme. Her song cycle Notes from the Margins reflects on women at the margins of history. Her debut poetry collection is This Little World (Doire Press, 2017). www.karenjmcdonnell.com
David Butler is a multi-award winning novelist, poet, short-story writer and playwright. The most recent of his three published novels, City of Dis (New Island) was shortlisted for the Kerry Group Irish Novel of the Year, 2015. His second poetry collection, All the Barbaric Glass, was published in 2017 from Doire Press. Arlen House is to bring out his second short story collection in 2019. Literary prizes include the Maria Edgeworth (twice), ITT/Red Line and Fish International Award for the short story, the Scottish Community Drama, Cork Arts Theatre and British Theatre Challenge awards for drama, and the Féile Filíochta, Ted McNulty, Brendan Kennelly and Baileborough awards for poetry. In 2017, RTE broadcast his radio play ‘Vigil’, which this year was shortlisted for a ZeBBie award.
Tanya Farrelly is the author of a short story collection, When Black Dogs Sing (winner of the Kate O’ Brien Award 2017) published by Arlen House, and The Girl Behind the Lens, a literary thriller published by Harper Collins. A new novel When Your Eyes Close is forthcoming from Harper Collins this September. She holds a PhD in Creative and Critical Writing from Bangor University, Wales, and facilitates classes at The Irish Writers Centre, Dublin. She lives by the sea with her writer-husband, David Butler, in Bray, County Wicklow.
AT The Edge, Cavan is curated by Kate Ennals and funded by the Cavan Arts Office. For further information, contact Kate on 0863737847,
Tuesday 28 August 2018
6.30pm
Johnston Library
AT The Edge, Cavan’s Literary evening celebrates summer this August on Tuesday 28 August 2018 at 6.30pm in the Johnston Library. An eclectic blend of three award winning writers and poets will be reading so come and enjoy strong thought provoking poetry from Karen McDonnell, a gritty mix of human nature from David Butler and engrossing prose from Tanya Farrelly. Then add to the heady mix what you will at the AT The Edge open mic.
Karen J McDonnell has been published most recently in the Hennessy/Irish Times New Irish Writing, The Galway Review, spontaneity.org, and the Irish edition of Coast To Coast To Coast. She has won several awards and has been listed in competitions including this year's Bangor Poetry Competition and the 2017 Robert Monteith, Poems for Patience, and Dermot Healy Poetry prizes. Karen has read at festivals and spoken word venues around Ireland, and on RTÉ's Sunday Miscellany and The Poetry Programme. Her song cycle Notes from the Margins reflects on women at the margins of history. Her debut poetry collection is This Little World (Doire Press, 2017). www.karenjmcdonnell.com
David Butler is a multi-award winning novelist, poet, short-story writer and playwright. The most recent of his three published novels, City of Dis (New Island) was shortlisted for the Kerry Group Irish Novel of the Year, 2015. His second poetry collection, All the Barbaric Glass, was published in 2017 from Doire Press. Arlen House is to bring out his second short story collection in 2019. Literary prizes include the Maria Edgeworth (twice), ITT/Red Line and Fish International Award for the short story, the Scottish Community Drama, Cork Arts Theatre and British Theatre Challenge awards for drama, and the Féile Filíochta, Ted McNulty, Brendan Kennelly and Baileborough awards for poetry. In 2017, RTE broadcast his radio play ‘Vigil’, which this year was shortlisted for a ZeBBie award.
Tanya Farrelly is the author of a short story collection, When Black Dogs Sing (winner of the Kate O’ Brien Award 2017) published by Arlen House, and The Girl Behind the Lens, a literary thriller published by Harper Collins. A new novel When Your Eyes Close is forthcoming from Harper Collins this September. She holds a PhD in Creative and Critical Writing from Bangor University, Wales, and facilitates classes at The Irish Writers Centre, Dublin. She lives by the sea with her writer-husband, David Butler, in Bray, County Wicklow.
AT The Edge, Cavan is curated by Kate Ennals and funded by the Cavan Arts Office. For further information, contact Kate on 0863737847,
Rossinver Organic Centre Day Trip Hosted By Secretariat Environment Members
Sunday July 15th 2018
FUNDING ALERT!!!
Coca-Cola Thank You Fund Applications Close Mid-July
Launched seven years ago the Coca-Cola Thank You Fund has so far donated €855K to 70 non-profit organisations across Ireland. Official partners include the Irish Youth Foundation and YouthAction Northern Ireland.
The Coca-Cola Thank You Fund will award a total of €100,000 to youth-oriented non-profit organisations in 2018. Grants will be awarded ranging from anywhere from €5,000 to €30,000. This year applicants will also beinvited to submit a 60-second video to support their application.
The €100,000 Thank You Fund seeks to fund projects that inspire and support young people in Ireland and Northern Ireland. Applications are encouraged across a range of categories – the Fund aims to:
• bridge the divide between education and the workplace
• encourage diversity and inclusion
• empower young people to become leaders of the future
• welcome innovative approaches to sustainability.
Discover More
You can apply to the Thank You Fund 2018 via www.coca-cola.ie/thank-you-fund-application-form
The shortlisted applicants will be announced through the Coca-Cola website in September when they’ll be invited to present their ideas to a panel of judges.
The People’s Choice Award
A new element this year is ‘The People’s Choice Award’. Out of all the entries submitted to the Thank You Fund, 20 organisations will be chosen to be posted on www.coca-cola.ie, where they’ll be put to the public vote. The winning organisation will receive €10,000 in funding from the Coca-Cola Thank You Fund.
All of the winners of the Coca-Cola Thank You Fund will be announced at Zeminar, a conference for young people held in the RDS in Dublin, in November.
Applications are open until midnight on Friday 13 July 2018.
Launched seven years ago the Coca-Cola Thank You Fund has so far donated €855K to 70 non-profit organisations across Ireland. Official partners include the Irish Youth Foundation and YouthAction Northern Ireland.
The Coca-Cola Thank You Fund will award a total of €100,000 to youth-oriented non-profit organisations in 2018. Grants will be awarded ranging from anywhere from €5,000 to €30,000. This year applicants will also beinvited to submit a 60-second video to support their application.
The €100,000 Thank You Fund seeks to fund projects that inspire and support young people in Ireland and Northern Ireland. Applications are encouraged across a range of categories – the Fund aims to:
• bridge the divide between education and the workplace
• encourage diversity and inclusion
• empower young people to become leaders of the future
• welcome innovative approaches to sustainability.
Discover More
You can apply to the Thank You Fund 2018 via www.coca-cola.ie/thank-you-fund-application-form
The shortlisted applicants will be announced through the Coca-Cola website in September when they’ll be invited to present their ideas to a panel of judges.
The People’s Choice Award
A new element this year is ‘The People’s Choice Award’. Out of all the entries submitted to the Thank You Fund, 20 organisations will be chosen to be posted on www.coca-cola.ie, where they’ll be put to the public vote. The winning organisation will receive €10,000 in funding from the Coca-Cola Thank You Fund.
All of the winners of the Coca-Cola Thank You Fund will be announced at Zeminar, a conference for young people held in the RDS in Dublin, in November.
Applications are open until midnight on Friday 13 July 2018.
June E-News
Welcome To Community Focus E-News
Community Focus E-News is a monthly e-bulletin of community news sent to us from community groups in County Cavan. Iif you have any news you would like shared then please email directly to cavanppn@gmail.com before the middle of the month titled ‘ENEWS’ and we will forward it to our contacts.
We have conveniently placed the items here in a contents page to peruse and see if there’s anything of interest to you. Also, please find attached our summer newsletter (hard copy).
Many Thanks and Enjoy the sunshine!
Contents
1. Promote your Group at A Taste of Cavan
2. National Lottery Fund Deadline July 13th
3. West Cavan’s Cottage Market
4. Free Electrical Goods Dropoff (see poster attached)
5. Wood Carving Course
6. Youth Advocacy Job
7. Summer Camps From Your Bridge Street Centre
8. Community Enhancement Scheme Funding Deadline End July
1. Promote your Group at A Taste of Cavan
CavanPPN is kindly granted a table each year at A Taste of Cavan to promote a taste of our community richness. As such, we have hour sessions for YOU to book and promote your group’s work. This is a great way to get word out about what you do, network and perhaps gain some new volunteers from the thousands of people passing by at Taste.
The Taste of Cavan is on Friday 10th and Saturday 11th of August and if you would like to come along and promote your group for an hour at this key opportunity to advertise, then just email cavanppn@gmail.com and we will send you a booking form.
note: promotion open to registered community groups and community agencies only.
2. National Lottery Fund Deadline July 13th
FUNDING OPP: DEADLINE JULY 13th https://www.lottery.ie/good-causes-awards
The National Lottery Good Causes Awards aims to celebrate the inspiring and innovative work being carried out by the thousands of individuals, organisations, groups and sports clubs all over Ireland who benefit from National Lottery Good Causes funding. Projects can win up to €35,000 for their own work in their community.
The National Lottery Good Causes Awards initiative has six categories that projects can apply under. These are:
Sport
Health & Wellness
Community
Youth
Arts & Culture and
Heritage
2018 is the first year of these awards and these awards are open to any community project, club or individual who has received National Lottery funding from the years 2014, 2015 and 2016. See here for full eligibility criteria and competition rules.
3. West Cavan’s Cottage Market
The Cottage Market promises to reflect the diverse skills, talents, and interests of the people that live in West Cavan and surrounding areas. We are looking for a mix of stalls selling homemade, homegrown and handcrafted items from within our local community. We also invite local musicians to busk, community groups to show-off and anyone with a business idea to use the cottage market to showcase their product or service. To apply for a stall, see http://thecottagemarket.ie/cottage-markets/ballyconnell/
4. Free Electrical Goods Dropoff (see poster attached)
A free electrical goods recycling drop-off day will take place in Ballyjamesduff Mart on Friday, 29th June, in Lidl Car-Park, Virginia on Friday, 6th July and at Lidl Car Park, Cavan on Friday, 13th July, all from 10am - 4pm.
5. Wood Carving Course
I have be asked by Colette Costello, Fostering Shared Communities, to circulate details of a wood carving course they are running in Ballyjamesduff from 16th July to 20th July 2018 - 10am to 4pm.
Note that there is a stipulation to attend the class. As this is a PEACE IV funded program each participant will complete a number of activities from the program key activities listed below. It is not the ethos of the project that a participant only participants in one activity only. Minimum contact hours = 26 hours.
7 Key Activities
1. Skills, Talent and Space Sharing Initatives
2. ESOL (English Speakers of Other Languages)
3. Failté Isteach (Conversational English Class)
4. Community Hub
5. Youth and Family Learning
6. Tackling Discrimination
7. Cross Border Trip
Contact: Colette Costello
Fostering Shared Communities' Project Co-ordinator - Peace IV
CMETB
mailto: ColetteCostello@cmetb.ie
087 606 5504
6. Youth Advocacy Job
The Youth Advocate Programme are currently recruiting male and female Advocates in the Cavan and Monaghan area: Closing date 1 July 2018
Are you available for up to 15 hours per week (€14.71 per hour)? Flexible? Someone with a positive attitude and never give up approach? Someone with 3-months experience / or life experience of working with children and/or young people? A good communicator and computer literate? Enthusiastic / creative? Interested in your community and want to make a difference? Interested in working with young people and families to help them achieve their potential? Do you have a full driving licence?
For more information please go to https://www.yapireland.ie/get-involved/work-with-us/
7. Summer Camps From Your Bridge Street Centre
There are a range of summer camps for children/teenagers taking place in The Bridge Street Resource and Community Centre during July and August, being run in conjunction with our various partner service providers.
For more information, please call the relevant numbers provided, contact the Bridge Street Centre on (049)4325070, or send me an e-mail.
This current list of summer camps is subject to change, and further summer camps may be added later.
Parent &; Child Summer Cookery School: (Cavan-Monaghan ETB)
July 2 nd - 4 th / July 9 th -11 th / July 16 th -18 th ; from 10.00am-12.30pm &; 2.00pm-4.30pm
Phone: (049)4325070 / (049)4361881.
Art &; Craft Workshop: (Fostering Shared Communities)
9 th -11 th July from 10.00am-2.00pm. Phone: (087)6065504
DJ Skills: (Cavan Youth Arts Lab)
July 18 th -20 th from 9:30am-1.00pm. Phone: (086)4075306.
Face-Off Project’s Summer Programme: Activities/Trips (13-16 yrs).
23 rd -26 th July from 10.30am-4.30pm. Phone (087)1198632 or (087)7005094.
Parent & Child Cookery Summer Camp: (Fostering Shared Communities)
30 th July- 1 st August from 10.00-2.00pm. Phone: (087)6065504
Youth Wrap: (HSE):
2 nd , 3 rd & 7 th August, from 9.00am-3.30pm. Phone: (087) 4129385
Taste of Cavan 2018-Parent & Child Cookery Summer Camp:
(Cavan County Council in association with Cavan-Monaghan ETB)
August 7 th -9 th ; from 10.00am-12.30pm & 2.00pm-4.30pm Phone: (049)4325070
NOTE:
Due to demand, the parent & child cookery summer camp has now been extended, with a third week added, from 16-18 July.
Call Siobhan on (049)4353952 / (087)1247070 to book.
parent & child cookery summer camp, being run by Cavan & Monaghan ETB, taking place in The Bridge Street Centre from 2-4 Julyand 9-11 July.
Places are limited. (morning and afternoon sessions to choose from)
For more information/registration call Siobhan on (049)4353952 / (087)1247070.
You can also find further details on www.fetchcourses.ie
PROGRAMME AIMS
This programme aims to offer you:
• The chance to build your skills, abilities, talents, interests and confidence by learning
something new or different with your child/children
• A range of healthy food options for you and you child/children to cook and to try out
• The opportunity to use what you are learning in your everyday life.
Children must be 7 years or older and accompanied by an adult
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
· Education: No previous education required.
· Aptitude: Interest in learning.
· Previous Experience: No previous experience required.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Learning Outcomes
At the end of this course, you will be able to:
Show what you have learned – you might have
• A completed project to take home,
• A new skill you can use or interest or hobby to follow when the course has finished.
• Updated your skills, so you can do more by yourself, for yourself.
• More practical skills and interests to develop than you had before the course that you will
use in the future.
• More confidence to move forward with your learning.
• New information or knowledge that you can talk about and share – you might be able to
teach someone else what you have learned or be able to help your children more.
You’ll also be able to:
• Judge how much progress you have made.
• Decide what you want to go on and do next for learning, personal, family or work reasons.
• Give your opinion when it matters or is important – you’ll know how to express your
opinion, make choices or take positive action when you want to change something for you,
your family or your community.
• Use what you’ve learned in the future.
BRIDGE STREET CENTRE CONTACT:
Errol Stafford
Project Administrator
Bridge Street Centre
Cavan County Council
( 049 4325070
( 087 3558447
* estafford@cavancoco.ie
www.bridgestreetcentre.ie
8. Community Enhancement Scheme Funding Deadline End July
Please see attached details in regard to the Community enhancement Scheme.
The following provides a non-exhaustive list of capital projects that could receive funding under the programme:
§ Supporting the development of safety measures in local communities
§ Capital projects to support physical fitness and promote healthy lifestyles
§ Supporting crime prevention and safety initiatives
§ Developing an integrated response to the needs of young people
§ Supporting opportunities for sporting and recreational life within the county
§ Reducing levels of drug and alcohol use among adults and young people
§ Reducing the isolation and marginalisation of socially excluded groups
§ Responding to the needs of older people
§ Supporting green and sustainable communities
§ Community-based arts activities
Community Focus E-News is a monthly e-bulletin of community news sent to us from community groups in County Cavan. Iif you have any news you would like shared then please email directly to cavanppn@gmail.com before the middle of the month titled ‘ENEWS’ and we will forward it to our contacts.
We have conveniently placed the items here in a contents page to peruse and see if there’s anything of interest to you. Also, please find attached our summer newsletter (hard copy).
Many Thanks and Enjoy the sunshine!
Contents
1. Promote your Group at A Taste of Cavan
2. National Lottery Fund Deadline July 13th
3. West Cavan’s Cottage Market
4. Free Electrical Goods Dropoff (see poster attached)
5. Wood Carving Course
6. Youth Advocacy Job
7. Summer Camps From Your Bridge Street Centre
8. Community Enhancement Scheme Funding Deadline End July
1. Promote your Group at A Taste of Cavan
CavanPPN is kindly granted a table each year at A Taste of Cavan to promote a taste of our community richness. As such, we have hour sessions for YOU to book and promote your group’s work. This is a great way to get word out about what you do, network and perhaps gain some new volunteers from the thousands of people passing by at Taste.
The Taste of Cavan is on Friday 10th and Saturday 11th of August and if you would like to come along and promote your group for an hour at this key opportunity to advertise, then just email cavanppn@gmail.com and we will send you a booking form.
note: promotion open to registered community groups and community agencies only.
2. National Lottery Fund Deadline July 13th
FUNDING OPP: DEADLINE JULY 13th https://www.lottery.ie/good-causes-awards
The National Lottery Good Causes Awards aims to celebrate the inspiring and innovative work being carried out by the thousands of individuals, organisations, groups and sports clubs all over Ireland who benefit from National Lottery Good Causes funding. Projects can win up to €35,000 for their own work in their community.
The National Lottery Good Causes Awards initiative has six categories that projects can apply under. These are:
Sport
Health & Wellness
Community
Youth
Arts & Culture and
Heritage
2018 is the first year of these awards and these awards are open to any community project, club or individual who has received National Lottery funding from the years 2014, 2015 and 2016. See here for full eligibility criteria and competition rules.
3. West Cavan’s Cottage Market
The Cottage Market promises to reflect the diverse skills, talents, and interests of the people that live in West Cavan and surrounding areas. We are looking for a mix of stalls selling homemade, homegrown and handcrafted items from within our local community. We also invite local musicians to busk, community groups to show-off and anyone with a business idea to use the cottage market to showcase their product or service. To apply for a stall, see http://thecottagemarket.ie/cottage-markets/ballyconnell/
4. Free Electrical Goods Dropoff (see poster attached)
A free electrical goods recycling drop-off day will take place in Ballyjamesduff Mart on Friday, 29th June, in Lidl Car-Park, Virginia on Friday, 6th July and at Lidl Car Park, Cavan on Friday, 13th July, all from 10am - 4pm.
5. Wood Carving Course
I have be asked by Colette Costello, Fostering Shared Communities, to circulate details of a wood carving course they are running in Ballyjamesduff from 16th July to 20th July 2018 - 10am to 4pm.
Note that there is a stipulation to attend the class. As this is a PEACE IV funded program each participant will complete a number of activities from the program key activities listed below. It is not the ethos of the project that a participant only participants in one activity only. Minimum contact hours = 26 hours.
7 Key Activities
1. Skills, Talent and Space Sharing Initatives
2. ESOL (English Speakers of Other Languages)
3. Failté Isteach (Conversational English Class)
4. Community Hub
5. Youth and Family Learning
6. Tackling Discrimination
7. Cross Border Trip
Contact: Colette Costello
Fostering Shared Communities' Project Co-ordinator - Peace IV
CMETB
mailto: ColetteCostello@cmetb.ie
087 606 5504
6. Youth Advocacy Job
The Youth Advocate Programme are currently recruiting male and female Advocates in the Cavan and Monaghan area: Closing date 1 July 2018
Are you available for up to 15 hours per week (€14.71 per hour)? Flexible? Someone with a positive attitude and never give up approach? Someone with 3-months experience / or life experience of working with children and/or young people? A good communicator and computer literate? Enthusiastic / creative? Interested in your community and want to make a difference? Interested in working with young people and families to help them achieve their potential? Do you have a full driving licence?
For more information please go to https://www.yapireland.ie/get-involved/work-with-us/
7. Summer Camps From Your Bridge Street Centre
There are a range of summer camps for children/teenagers taking place in The Bridge Street Resource and Community Centre during July and August, being run in conjunction with our various partner service providers.
For more information, please call the relevant numbers provided, contact the Bridge Street Centre on (049)4325070, or send me an e-mail.
This current list of summer camps is subject to change, and further summer camps may be added later.
Parent &; Child Summer Cookery School: (Cavan-Monaghan ETB)
July 2 nd - 4 th / July 9 th -11 th / July 16 th -18 th ; from 10.00am-12.30pm &; 2.00pm-4.30pm
Phone: (049)4325070 / (049)4361881.
Art &; Craft Workshop: (Fostering Shared Communities)
9 th -11 th July from 10.00am-2.00pm. Phone: (087)6065504
DJ Skills: (Cavan Youth Arts Lab)
July 18 th -20 th from 9:30am-1.00pm. Phone: (086)4075306.
Face-Off Project’s Summer Programme: Activities/Trips (13-16 yrs).
23 rd -26 th July from 10.30am-4.30pm. Phone (087)1198632 or (087)7005094.
Parent & Child Cookery Summer Camp: (Fostering Shared Communities)
30 th July- 1 st August from 10.00-2.00pm. Phone: (087)6065504
Youth Wrap: (HSE):
2 nd , 3 rd & 7 th August, from 9.00am-3.30pm. Phone: (087) 4129385
Taste of Cavan 2018-Parent & Child Cookery Summer Camp:
(Cavan County Council in association with Cavan-Monaghan ETB)
August 7 th -9 th ; from 10.00am-12.30pm & 2.00pm-4.30pm Phone: (049)4325070
NOTE:
Due to demand, the parent & child cookery summer camp has now been extended, with a third week added, from 16-18 July.
Call Siobhan on (049)4353952 / (087)1247070 to book.
parent & child cookery summer camp, being run by Cavan & Monaghan ETB, taking place in The Bridge Street Centre from 2-4 Julyand 9-11 July.
Places are limited. (morning and afternoon sessions to choose from)
For more information/registration call Siobhan on (049)4353952 / (087)1247070.
You can also find further details on www.fetchcourses.ie
PROGRAMME AIMS
This programme aims to offer you:
• The chance to build your skills, abilities, talents, interests and confidence by learning
something new or different with your child/children
• A range of healthy food options for you and you child/children to cook and to try out
• The opportunity to use what you are learning in your everyday life.
Children must be 7 years or older and accompanied by an adult
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
· Education: No previous education required.
· Aptitude: Interest in learning.
· Previous Experience: No previous experience required.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Learning Outcomes
At the end of this course, you will be able to:
Show what you have learned – you might have
• A completed project to take home,
• A new skill you can use or interest or hobby to follow when the course has finished.
• Updated your skills, so you can do more by yourself, for yourself.
• More practical skills and interests to develop than you had before the course that you will
use in the future.
• More confidence to move forward with your learning.
• New information or knowledge that you can talk about and share – you might be able to
teach someone else what you have learned or be able to help your children more.
You’ll also be able to:
• Judge how much progress you have made.
• Decide what you want to go on and do next for learning, personal, family or work reasons.
• Give your opinion when it matters or is important – you’ll know how to express your
opinion, make choices or take positive action when you want to change something for you,
your family or your community.
• Use what you’ve learned in the future.
BRIDGE STREET CENTRE CONTACT:
Errol Stafford
Project Administrator
Bridge Street Centre
Cavan County Council
( 049 4325070
( 087 3558447
* estafford@cavancoco.ie
www.bridgestreetcentre.ie
8. Community Enhancement Scheme Funding Deadline End July
Please see attached details in regard to the Community enhancement Scheme.
The following provides a non-exhaustive list of capital projects that could receive funding under the programme:
§ Supporting the development of safety measures in local communities
§ Capital projects to support physical fitness and promote healthy lifestyles
§ Supporting crime prevention and safety initiatives
§ Developing an integrated response to the needs of young people
§ Supporting opportunities for sporting and recreational life within the county
§ Reducing levels of drug and alcohol use among adults and young people
§ Reducing the isolation and marginalisation of socially excluded groups
§ Responding to the needs of older people
§ Supporting green and sustainable communities
§ Community-based arts activities
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Ten New Community Representatives Elected From The CavanPPN To Voice Community Issues and Needs both Locally and Nationally!!!
Below are the ten community representatives elected by their peers at a community gathering (plenary) open to all community groups registered with PPN at The Cavan Crystal Hotel on Saturday September 19th. Deadline for nominations was Thursday 17th and registered community groups held one vote each on the day.
We are confident that these new voices will strengthen and empower community representation for County Cavan and give us a brilliant fresh perspective on developing YOUR PPN going forward.
The Plenary also focused on an overview of what PPNs are (in the slideshow) and had guest speakers from Voice Ireland and StreetFeast, an environmental and social inclusive pair of national initiatives.
We would like to thank the groups who engaged in this day and wish all the best to the brilliant new representatives who put themselves forward for these positions, CavanPPN and community are enriched as a result.
We are confident that these new voices will strengthen and empower community representation for County Cavan and give us a brilliant fresh perspective on developing YOUR PPN going forward.
The Plenary also focused on an overview of what PPNs are (in the slideshow) and had guest speakers from Voice Ireland and StreetFeast, an environmental and social inclusive pair of national initiatives.
We would like to thank the groups who engaged in this day and wish all the best to the brilliant new representatives who put themselves forward for these positions, CavanPPN and community are enriched as a result.
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CAN WE STAY IN TOUCH- reply Yes for Yes
The EU General Data Protection Regulations or ‘the GDPR’ comes into effect on 25th of May 2018 and it replaces the existing Data Protection Laws in the European Union. The reason for the change is to give people more rights, control and understanding of how their personal data is being used.
We currently hold some of your personal information on a Mailing List Database. This information includes your email address for the purpose of informing you of community events and funding news.
Under the GDPR from the 25th May 2018, we require your consent to retain your personal data for the purposes outlined above.
Please note, if you do not consent for us to retain and use your details stored on our Mailing List Database , you will no longer receive communications from us regarding our activities.
If you wish to remain on the Mailing List Database, please email cavanppn@gmail.com with the word “YES” by return email.
If at any time you wish to unsubscribe, please email us notifying us of your wishes to be removed from our database. We will be re-registering our groups and contacts later this year but please be sure to use this format to remain a contact with us.
For more information on CavanPPN please visit our website at www.cavancommunity.ie
The EU General Data Protection Regulations or ‘the GDPR’ comes into effect on 25th of May 2018 and it replaces the existing Data Protection Laws in the European Union. The reason for the change is to give people more rights, control and understanding of how their personal data is being used.
We currently hold some of your personal information on a Mailing List Database. This information includes your email address for the purpose of informing you of community events and funding news.
Under the GDPR from the 25th May 2018, we require your consent to retain your personal data for the purposes outlined above.
Please note, if you do not consent for us to retain and use your details stored on our Mailing List Database , you will no longer receive communications from us regarding our activities.
If you wish to remain on the Mailing List Database, please email cavanppn@gmail.com with the word “YES” by return email.
If at any time you wish to unsubscribe, please email us notifying us of your wishes to be removed from our database. We will be re-registering our groups and contacts later this year but please be sure to use this format to remain a contact with us.
For more information on CavanPPN please visit our website at www.cavancommunity.ie
May Community Notes
CavanPPN Community Notes May
Please find below a list of community notes sent to us from local groups and agencies since the start of May for upcoming events or news. There is a contents section at the start to peruse what’s contained within.
If you wish to advertise your news with us please email cavanppn@gmail.com but please DO NOT reply to this email as it may get lost in the thread.
Kind Regards
CavanPPN
Contents
1. CavanPPN May Gathering & Representative Opportunities
2. StreetFeast coming now to Cavan and the Country
3. CavanPPN Community Garden Trip
4. National Lottery Funding Open
5. Household Hazardous Waste Free Drop Off Day
6. Development Perspectives Local Workshop Event
7. “Men on the Move” Sports Inclusion Event
8. “Source to Tap” local events in June, including Cavan Town.
9. National Heritage Week Registration Now Open
10. EPA Regional Gathering Taking Place
11. Cavan Filipino Event
12. Citizens Information Board Recruitment
13. Voices for Change one-day-training Event
1. CavanPPN May Gathering & Representative Opportunities
A reminder that CavanPPN will be holding it’s first of two Plenary Gathering this Saturday May 19th. There is still time to register for this event with guest speakers who will support community and entertainment and dinner with networking opportunities and there are representative opportunities for people who want to take part in being community leaders in their county.
To register for the event please email cavanppn@gmail.com or text/call 086 351 2308
Training and travel support are available for representatives and we encourage as many people as possible to engage in the civic and representative participation of their county. Agenda is attached and representative opportunities below:
Expressions of interest must come from a PPN registered group. One vote per group and only those groups of a particular category may vote in that category (see below for categories). Elections shall take place at CavanPPN Plenary Event May 19th and declared on the day. We ask that interested parties provide a short description of their candidacy with their Expression of Interest.
Travel costs and remuneration will be paid to all attending members to these posts.
All expressions of interest to be completed and sent to cavanppn@gmail.com by 5pm Thursday May 17th. No late expressions will be accepted.
Description of Posts:
Cavan Sports Partnership: This group is based in Cavan County Council and works to develop sporting strategies for the county. They have a proactive team to deploy these and seek to work with a guiding committee interested in sporting developments. The meetings are not onerous, always engaging and will engage you in the sporting development of your county. See more at www.cavansportspartnership.ie
Drug & Alcohol Taskforce: The Taskforce is a regional body that works with a variety of organisations and service users to develop a key strategic tool in combating the addictions which hurt our communities and loved ones. We are seeking a representative who will ensure a voice from Cavan to this post and seek to build a better Ireland and Cavan. See more at http://www.nedrugtaskforce.ie/
Healthy Ireland Cavan Committee: The Healthy Cavan Initiative brings effective and grounded projects to life in the county to enable communities and individuals, organisations and the county reach a balanced and healthy way of living. Their funded projects are creating healthy change at the heart of communities here in the county. See more at https://www.facebook.com/healthycavan/
Connecting For Life (Suicide Prevention): The Connecting for Life project is part of a HSE led initiative to utilize every available resource to mitigate the terrible scourge of suicide affecting our loved ones in Irish society. We are seeking 2 representatives to engage with Connecting for Life who would be motivated to make a change at a countywide level to help tackle this terrible issue and genuinely save lives. See the Connecting for Life strategy here:
https://www.hse.ie/eng/services/list/4/mental-health-services/connecting-for-life/publications/connecting-for-life-cavan-monaghan.pdf
CMTCU (Cavan Monaghan Transport Coordination Unit): known for the Local Link bus service, this committee manages and develops the deployment of local transport in Counties Cavan and Monaghan. The service seeks a representative from the Cavan Belturbet Municipal District (from Cavan Town to Dowra/Blacklion area). We are seeking a representative to attend the meetings in Clones. See more at www.cmtcu.ie
Breffni Integrated: This company is charged with key rural development and community support duties. It's work is far reaching and wide ranging and has developed into an agency which has had a massively positive effect on every corner of Cavan's communities. See more at www.breffniint.ie
Cavan Public Participation Network: CavanPPN is seeking 2 reps from 2 areas for its Secretariat. These representatives will guide the work and projects of the PPN and sit at the meeting point of representatives from across the county, sharing and building community potential in the county. There will be free training opportunities, project workshops and the chance to become a community leader for your area. Cavan PPN is seeking one person from the Ballyjamesduff Municipal District (South Cavan from Gowna to Mullagh and Ballinagh to the border of Longford) and one person from the Cavan-Belturbet Municipal District (from Cavan to Blacklion and Dowra including Killeshandra, Ballyconnell and Belturbet). See more at our homepage or about page on this site www.cavancommunity.ie
All reps supported by their travel costs being paid either by the representative body or the PPN itself. Nominees should not already be representatives of the community via the PPN on existing bodies to avoid duplication, burnout and hoarding of representative posts.
DEADLINE FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST IS 5pm THURSDAY MAY 17th AND SEND TO cavanppn@gmail.com
2. StreetFeast coming now to Cavan and the Country
StreetFeast is an excellent opportunity to grow community spirit, neighbourly spirit and a simple way for local people to enjoy eachother’s company. Cavan County Council and CavanPPN are supporting StreetFeasts this year and details are posted in the attached poster as to where to go to register.
The first ten registered StreetFeasts who get in touch with cavanppn@gmail.com can avail of a FIFTY EURO voucher to support their StreetFeast and we look forward to supporting your brilliant community event.
3. CavanPPN Community Garden Trip
CavanPPN will be hosting a trip to Rossinver Garden Centre in July (more details to follow). This will be an opportunity to visit a world class centre of growing and we hope to coincide the trip to attend on a special open day with tours, events and workshops along with our very own Neven Maguire, supporter of the centre, showing how we can make a fine meal of what we grow in our gardens.
This trip is FREE and is open to a maximum of two members from registered community gardens, clubs or societies that are registered with cavanppn. If your garden group is interested please email us at cavanppn@gmail.com for more details.
4. National Lottery Funding Open
Funding opportunity for community groups.
Applications are now being invited by the HSE for National Lottery Funding Grants.
This funding is distributed by the HSE each year to community based groups and voluntary organisations under the Respite Care Grant Scheme and the National Lottery Grant Scheme.
Groups and organisations involved in the provision of Health and Personal Social Services can apply for once off funding of between €500 and €10,000 for suitable projects.
The HSE is advertising in regional newspapers over the coming weeks for applications, and you may wish to share this notification among your professional or local networks.
All of the information required, including application forms, is now available on www.hse.ie/lotterygrants
Completed Application Forms must be returned to the local Community Healthcare Organisation (CHO).
Closing Date for Applications – 17:00 on the 7th of June 2018
Applicants will be advised as to the outcome of their application no later than Thursday 30.08.2017.
5. Household Hazardous Waste Free Drop Off Day
Household Hazardous Waste Free Drop Off Event will take place
in Corranure Recycling Centre, Cootehill Road, Cavan on Saturday 26th May from 8am to 12.30pm.
For further details please refer to the attached advertisement.
Please circulate details of this event to your colleagues in the ETB in Cavan and Monaghan and members of your community network.
Kind regards,
Conor
Conor Craven
Administrative Officer
Waste Management
Cavan County Council
6. Development Perspectives Local Workshop Event
I hope this email finds you well. My name is Stephanie Kirwan, I work with a Development Education NGO in Drogheda called Development Perspectives.
I am contacting you today to share with you information of our upcoming workshop this May in Cavan. It is focused on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals - in particular focusing on SDG 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth. It is part of a project which we have run for 2 years called the #SDGchallenge - www.sdgchallenge.net
#SDGchallenge | Development Perspectives
www.sdgchallenge.net
In September 2015, world leaders from 193 countries came together to adopt the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The SDGs became the document to guide our social, economic and environmental actions to achieve a sustainable future by 2030.
This is a free interactive two hour workshop using a development education approach.
Registration for the workshop is essential through: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/sdgchallenge-workshop-goal-8-decent-work-and-economic-growth-tickets-45682141515?aff=efbeventtix
Invite attached!
I would really appreciate if you could share this with your network. I can give you a call at a time that suits if you have any other questions.
Thanks Gemma,
Stephanie.
7. “Men on the Move” Sports Inclusion Event
Dean McElroy here, Sports Inclusion Development Officer with Cavan Sports Partnership.
I am just emailing you over information on our upcoming Men on the Move programme which is taking place this month with activities including, Box Fit, Golf and Rowing,all welcome. Have attached poster with full information and how to register for the activities. If you could please circulate this information with your shed it would be much appreciated.
If you have any further questions please dont hesitate to contact me on 087-2623956 or email dmcelroy@cavancoco.ie
8. “Source to Tap” local events in June, including Cavan Town.
I would like on behalf of the Source to Tap project team to let you know about the upcoming Source to Tap information events which may be of interest to some of your members.
The Source to Tap project is a new INTERREG supported cross border project which will be active across the Erne catchment including County Cavan. The project aims to raise knowledge and understanding of the catchment with a view to promoting water quality across the Erne System which is used as the source of our drinking water. I have included shortcut to the project website below which has further details of the project.
Additional details of the upcoming events are also available at the following link,
http://www.sourcetotap.eu/event-type/upcoming/
very best regards,
Patrick
Patrick Gallagher,
Source to Tap Project Officer,
087 7001512.
http://www.sourcetotap.eu/about/
Join us on Thursday 28th June from 6:15-8:15pm in Johnston Central Library, Cavan to celebrate your rivers and lakes. Come along to reminisce about your river, share your love of rivers and discuss your vision for the future of your local rivers.
Tea/coffee and sandwiches provided
9. National Heritage Week Registration Now Open
Event registration is now open for National Heritage Week 2018 which is happening from 18 to 26 August 2018.
I would appreciate if you could share our call out for events with your networks.
I have attached some information. If you need any further details please let me know.
Kind regards,
Niamh
Niamh Donnellan
Heritage Week Project Manager
The Heritage Council
Church Lane, Kilkenny, Co. Kilkenny, Ireland
Tel: 1850 200 878
Mobile: 087 6418440
Fax:+353(0)567770788
www.heritageweek.ie
18-26 August 2018
10. EPA Regional Gathering Taking Place
Dear Cavan PPN,
Please see below, email from the Environmental Protection Agency in relation to a forthcoming Regional Gathering of the National Dialogue on Climate Action, taking place in Athlone on 23rd June. I work for a company called M.CO, who have been retained by the EPA to assist with this activity. I will follow up with a call in relation to this soon.
Kind regards,
Ruth Doyle
OPEN LETTER FROM EPA
Dear PPN,
The Programme for a Partnership Government commits to establishing a National Dialogue on Climate Action (NDCA) which is intended to engage people on the challenge of climate change; motivate changes in behaviour; and create structures at local, regional and national levels to support the generation of ideas and their translation into action.
The Governments’ National Dialogue for Climate action envisages 4 to 5 Regional Gatherings as part of the public engagement process followed up by events at local authority level. The Minister (DCCAE) has decided that the first Regional Gathering will take place in Athlone on Saturday 23rd June (in the Radisson Blu). The Regional Gatherings will reflect, where possible, the new Local Authority Regional Climate Action Offices. This first meeting in Athlone on the 23rd June will invite people from the northern half of the 'Eastern & Midlands Regional Climate Action Office' territory, which includes: Offaly, Roscommon, Leitrim, Monaghan, Louth, Meath, Cavan, Westmeath, & Longford.
The EPA has been given the role of Secretariat to the National Dialogue process and has retained the services of professional engagement consultants MC.O (www.mco.ie) in designing and delivering this first Regional Meeting. We are keen to get your advice on how best involve the citizens in your county and networks. We envisage sending out a mail through to the PPN mailing list along with using local media channels and Facebook pages to promote the event - which will be targeted at members of the public and also for representatives of community groups. M.CO will follow up with a phone call in the coming days to provide further details on the Gathering and is looking forward to hearing your feedback. We want to ensure that our approach to engagement is tailored to the local context so your input and support is much appreciated in helping us make this first Regional Gathering a success.
Kind regards
Jonathan
______________________________________________________
Dr Jonathan Derham BSc, PhD, MA(Mgt)
Head of Programme
Evidence & Assessment Programme
Environmental Protection Agency, Johnstown Castle, Wexford, IRELAND
Email: j.derham@epa.ie / Desk: 00353 539160670 / Mobile: 00353 872842932
11. Cavan Filipino Event
Dear All,
In line with our aim to celebrate cultural diversity, and probably a step towards developing a work programme, we are happy to announce that the Cavan Filipino Community will be celebrating our Philippine Independence Day on Saturday 16th of June from 11am at the Killygarry Community Centre where we will showcase Philippine food and heritage.
We will explain our traditional dishes, native costumes, sports/games, and perform some folk dances/skits. The event will cater to the Irish and other ethnic minority groups in Cavan to give everyone a chance to learn about the Philippines, the Philippine culture, as well as get a profile of the Philippine migrant community in Cavan and Ireland.
This gathering will also be an opportunity to introduce the new Cavan Multicultural Network to the Filipino Community and to encourage more Filipinos to join and support the organisation.
Thank you and we hope to see you there!
Kind Regards,
Vanda Brady
Vice-President for External Relations, Cavan Filipino Community
Cavan Multicultural Network Secretary
12. Citizens Information Board Recruitment
Dear Sir/Madam,
I am emailing you on behalf of the Citizens Information Board. We are currently recruiting Chairpersons and Board Members for 5 new Regional CIS companies and 5 new Regional MABS companies. The adverts are live on our own website and on Activelink.
We would be most grateful if you could circulate the information below to your members or affiliates?
Please do not hesitate to let me know if you have any questions.
====================
Good afternoon,
An advertisement for the recruitment of Chairpersons and Board Members for the 5 new Regional CIS companies and 5 new Regional MABS companies is live on the CIB website and Activelink. Please see links see below.
MABS Boards: http://www.citizensinformationboard.ie/en/news/2018/news20180501_1.html
CIS Boards: http://www.citizensinformationboard.ie/en/news/2018/news20180501_2.html
https://www.activelink.ie/content/community-exchange/volunteering/36881
Dublin North Regional Citizens Information Service Board - Dublin City Council area north of the Liffey, with Blanchardstown/Dublin 15, Dublin City Centre, Dublin City North Bay, Dublin North West, Dublin Northside, Fingal (North County)
Dublin North Regional Money Advice and Budgeting Service Board - Dublin City Council area north of the Liffey, with Blanchardstown/Dublin 15, Dublin City Centre, Dublin City North Bay, Dublin North West, Dublin Northside, Fingal (North County)
North Munster Regional Citizens Information Service Board - Clare, Limerick, Tipperary & Waterford
North Munster Regional Money Advice and Budgeting Service Board - Clare, Limerick, Tipperary & Waterford
South Connacht Regional Citizens Information Service Board - Galway, Mayo & Roscommon
South Connacht Regional Money Advice and Budgeting Service Board - Galway, Mayo & Roscommon
North Connacht & Ulster Regional Citizens Information Service Board – Donegal, Sligo, Leitrim, Cavan & Monaghan
North Connacht and Ulster Regional Money Advice and Budgeting Service Board – Donegal, Sligo, Leitrim, Cavan & Monaghan
South Leinster Regional Citizens Information Service Board – Offaly, Carlow, Laois, Kilkenny, Wicklow and Wexford
South Leinster Regional Money Advice and Budgeting Service Board – Offaly, Carlow, Laois, Kilkenny, Wicklow and Wexford
Closing date for applications is the 17th May 2018.
As advised in the advertisement please contact boardqueries@ciboard.ie if you have any queries related to the application process.
Regards,
CIB Restructuring Team
Eilis Mernagh | HR Executive, Restructuring Team | Citizens Information Board
Ground Floor, George's Quay House, 43 Townsend Street, Dublin 2
0761 07 9076 (direct) | 0761 07 9000 (reception) | 01 605 9099 (fax)
e: eilis.mernagh@ciboard.ie | w: www.citizensinformationboard.ie
13. Voices For Change one-day Training
Have you ever wondered how Government policy is actually made and how you can influence it? This practical one-day training will improve your understanding and build your skills to become an effective policy influencer.
Voices for Change is a practical one-day training that will help you improve your policy influencing skills and ability. You'll start the day with an invaluable introduction into how government policy is actually made in Ireland and the ways in which community and voluntary organisations, charities and social enterprises on the ground can have a real and profound impact on public policy.
You will also get to carry out some practical exercises, which will equip you to become a more effective policy influencer in your own community – which, when working in concert with others, can lead to significant change at the national level too.
You will leave the session with:
· Knowledge and understanding of how Ireland’s policy making system works in practice;
· Clarity about the ways in which local community and voluntary organisations can influence policy;
· A deepened understanding of how to be an effective policy influencer on behalf of their organisation and community.
· Hardcopy take away.
Facilitator: Pat Montague
Pat Montague is the founder and Managing Director of Montague Communications, which has been in operation for the last 27 years. During that period he has provided strategic communications and public affairs advice to a wide range of not-for-profit organisations including public sector bodies, campaign groups, charities, trade unions and other representative bodies such as The Wheel.
Pat specialises in areas like public affairs and lobbying, political analysis, communications and advocacy training, crisis communications and media relations. He has taught a number of courses including Political Communication in Ireland and the Electoral Process at the Dublin City University. Pat also worked for almost two years as consultant advisor to former Tánaiste, Joan Burton TD.
This is a series of events taking place around Ireland, the closest event to you is:
The People's Resource Centre, Kells, Co. Meath
Friday, 8 June 2018
10am-4.30pm
This event is free to attend.
Click here for more information or to see the other events in your area
Please find below a list of community notes sent to us from local groups and agencies since the start of May for upcoming events or news. There is a contents section at the start to peruse what’s contained within.
If you wish to advertise your news with us please email cavanppn@gmail.com but please DO NOT reply to this email as it may get lost in the thread.
Kind Regards
CavanPPN
Contents
1. CavanPPN May Gathering & Representative Opportunities
2. StreetFeast coming now to Cavan and the Country
3. CavanPPN Community Garden Trip
4. National Lottery Funding Open
5. Household Hazardous Waste Free Drop Off Day
6. Development Perspectives Local Workshop Event
7. “Men on the Move” Sports Inclusion Event
8. “Source to Tap” local events in June, including Cavan Town.
9. National Heritage Week Registration Now Open
10. EPA Regional Gathering Taking Place
11. Cavan Filipino Event
12. Citizens Information Board Recruitment
13. Voices for Change one-day-training Event
1. CavanPPN May Gathering & Representative Opportunities
A reminder that CavanPPN will be holding it’s first of two Plenary Gathering this Saturday May 19th. There is still time to register for this event with guest speakers who will support community and entertainment and dinner with networking opportunities and there are representative opportunities for people who want to take part in being community leaders in their county.
To register for the event please email cavanppn@gmail.com or text/call 086 351 2308
Training and travel support are available for representatives and we encourage as many people as possible to engage in the civic and representative participation of their county. Agenda is attached and representative opportunities below:
Expressions of interest must come from a PPN registered group. One vote per group and only those groups of a particular category may vote in that category (see below for categories). Elections shall take place at CavanPPN Plenary Event May 19th and declared on the day. We ask that interested parties provide a short description of their candidacy with their Expression of Interest.
Travel costs and remuneration will be paid to all attending members to these posts.
All expressions of interest to be completed and sent to cavanppn@gmail.com by 5pm Thursday May 17th. No late expressions will be accepted.
Description of Posts:
Cavan Sports Partnership: This group is based in Cavan County Council and works to develop sporting strategies for the county. They have a proactive team to deploy these and seek to work with a guiding committee interested in sporting developments. The meetings are not onerous, always engaging and will engage you in the sporting development of your county. See more at www.cavansportspartnership.ie
Drug & Alcohol Taskforce: The Taskforce is a regional body that works with a variety of organisations and service users to develop a key strategic tool in combating the addictions which hurt our communities and loved ones. We are seeking a representative who will ensure a voice from Cavan to this post and seek to build a better Ireland and Cavan. See more at http://www.nedrugtaskforce.ie/
Healthy Ireland Cavan Committee: The Healthy Cavan Initiative brings effective and grounded projects to life in the county to enable communities and individuals, organisations and the county reach a balanced and healthy way of living. Their funded projects are creating healthy change at the heart of communities here in the county. See more at https://www.facebook.com/healthycavan/
Connecting For Life (Suicide Prevention): The Connecting for Life project is part of a HSE led initiative to utilize every available resource to mitigate the terrible scourge of suicide affecting our loved ones in Irish society. We are seeking 2 representatives to engage with Connecting for Life who would be motivated to make a change at a countywide level to help tackle this terrible issue and genuinely save lives. See the Connecting for Life strategy here:
https://www.hse.ie/eng/services/list/4/mental-health-services/connecting-for-life/publications/connecting-for-life-cavan-monaghan.pdf
CMTCU (Cavan Monaghan Transport Coordination Unit): known for the Local Link bus service, this committee manages and develops the deployment of local transport in Counties Cavan and Monaghan. The service seeks a representative from the Cavan Belturbet Municipal District (from Cavan Town to Dowra/Blacklion area). We are seeking a representative to attend the meetings in Clones. See more at www.cmtcu.ie
Breffni Integrated: This company is charged with key rural development and community support duties. It's work is far reaching and wide ranging and has developed into an agency which has had a massively positive effect on every corner of Cavan's communities. See more at www.breffniint.ie
Cavan Public Participation Network: CavanPPN is seeking 2 reps from 2 areas for its Secretariat. These representatives will guide the work and projects of the PPN and sit at the meeting point of representatives from across the county, sharing and building community potential in the county. There will be free training opportunities, project workshops and the chance to become a community leader for your area. Cavan PPN is seeking one person from the Ballyjamesduff Municipal District (South Cavan from Gowna to Mullagh and Ballinagh to the border of Longford) and one person from the Cavan-Belturbet Municipal District (from Cavan to Blacklion and Dowra including Killeshandra, Ballyconnell and Belturbet). See more at our homepage or about page on this site www.cavancommunity.ie
All reps supported by their travel costs being paid either by the representative body or the PPN itself. Nominees should not already be representatives of the community via the PPN on existing bodies to avoid duplication, burnout and hoarding of representative posts.
DEADLINE FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST IS 5pm THURSDAY MAY 17th AND SEND TO cavanppn@gmail.com
2. StreetFeast coming now to Cavan and the Country
StreetFeast is an excellent opportunity to grow community spirit, neighbourly spirit and a simple way for local people to enjoy eachother’s company. Cavan County Council and CavanPPN are supporting StreetFeasts this year and details are posted in the attached poster as to where to go to register.
The first ten registered StreetFeasts who get in touch with cavanppn@gmail.com can avail of a FIFTY EURO voucher to support their StreetFeast and we look forward to supporting your brilliant community event.
3. CavanPPN Community Garden Trip
CavanPPN will be hosting a trip to Rossinver Garden Centre in July (more details to follow). This will be an opportunity to visit a world class centre of growing and we hope to coincide the trip to attend on a special open day with tours, events and workshops along with our very own Neven Maguire, supporter of the centre, showing how we can make a fine meal of what we grow in our gardens.
This trip is FREE and is open to a maximum of two members from registered community gardens, clubs or societies that are registered with cavanppn. If your garden group is interested please email us at cavanppn@gmail.com for more details.
4. National Lottery Funding Open
Funding opportunity for community groups.
Applications are now being invited by the HSE for National Lottery Funding Grants.
This funding is distributed by the HSE each year to community based groups and voluntary organisations under the Respite Care Grant Scheme and the National Lottery Grant Scheme.
Groups and organisations involved in the provision of Health and Personal Social Services can apply for once off funding of between €500 and €10,000 for suitable projects.
The HSE is advertising in regional newspapers over the coming weeks for applications, and you may wish to share this notification among your professional or local networks.
All of the information required, including application forms, is now available on www.hse.ie/lotterygrants
Completed Application Forms must be returned to the local Community Healthcare Organisation (CHO).
Closing Date for Applications – 17:00 on the 7th of June 2018
Applicants will be advised as to the outcome of their application no later than Thursday 30.08.2017.
5. Household Hazardous Waste Free Drop Off Day
Household Hazardous Waste Free Drop Off Event will take place
in Corranure Recycling Centre, Cootehill Road, Cavan on Saturday 26th May from 8am to 12.30pm.
For further details please refer to the attached advertisement.
Please circulate details of this event to your colleagues in the ETB in Cavan and Monaghan and members of your community network.
Kind regards,
Conor
Conor Craven
Administrative Officer
Waste Management
Cavan County Council
6. Development Perspectives Local Workshop Event
I hope this email finds you well. My name is Stephanie Kirwan, I work with a Development Education NGO in Drogheda called Development Perspectives.
I am contacting you today to share with you information of our upcoming workshop this May in Cavan. It is focused on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals - in particular focusing on SDG 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth. It is part of a project which we have run for 2 years called the #SDGchallenge - www.sdgchallenge.net
#SDGchallenge | Development Perspectives
www.sdgchallenge.net
In September 2015, world leaders from 193 countries came together to adopt the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The SDGs became the document to guide our social, economic and environmental actions to achieve a sustainable future by 2030.
This is a free interactive two hour workshop using a development education approach.
Registration for the workshop is essential through: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/sdgchallenge-workshop-goal-8-decent-work-and-economic-growth-tickets-45682141515?aff=efbeventtix
Invite attached!
I would really appreciate if you could share this with your network. I can give you a call at a time that suits if you have any other questions.
Thanks Gemma,
Stephanie.
7. “Men on the Move” Sports Inclusion Event
Dean McElroy here, Sports Inclusion Development Officer with Cavan Sports Partnership.
I am just emailing you over information on our upcoming Men on the Move programme which is taking place this month with activities including, Box Fit, Golf and Rowing,all welcome. Have attached poster with full information and how to register for the activities. If you could please circulate this information with your shed it would be much appreciated.
If you have any further questions please dont hesitate to contact me on 087-2623956 or email dmcelroy@cavancoco.ie
8. “Source to Tap” local events in June, including Cavan Town.
I would like on behalf of the Source to Tap project team to let you know about the upcoming Source to Tap information events which may be of interest to some of your members.
The Source to Tap project is a new INTERREG supported cross border project which will be active across the Erne catchment including County Cavan. The project aims to raise knowledge and understanding of the catchment with a view to promoting water quality across the Erne System which is used as the source of our drinking water. I have included shortcut to the project website below which has further details of the project.
Additional details of the upcoming events are also available at the following link,
http://www.sourcetotap.eu/event-type/upcoming/
very best regards,
Patrick
Patrick Gallagher,
Source to Tap Project Officer,
087 7001512.
http://www.sourcetotap.eu/about/
Join us on Thursday 28th June from 6:15-8:15pm in Johnston Central Library, Cavan to celebrate your rivers and lakes. Come along to reminisce about your river, share your love of rivers and discuss your vision for the future of your local rivers.
Tea/coffee and sandwiches provided
9. National Heritage Week Registration Now Open
Event registration is now open for National Heritage Week 2018 which is happening from 18 to 26 August 2018.
I would appreciate if you could share our call out for events with your networks.
I have attached some information. If you need any further details please let me know.
Kind regards,
Niamh
Niamh Donnellan
Heritage Week Project Manager
The Heritage Council
Church Lane, Kilkenny, Co. Kilkenny, Ireland
Tel: 1850 200 878
Mobile: 087 6418440
Fax:+353(0)567770788
www.heritageweek.ie
18-26 August 2018
10. EPA Regional Gathering Taking Place
Dear Cavan PPN,
Please see below, email from the Environmental Protection Agency in relation to a forthcoming Regional Gathering of the National Dialogue on Climate Action, taking place in Athlone on 23rd June. I work for a company called M.CO, who have been retained by the EPA to assist with this activity. I will follow up with a call in relation to this soon.
Kind regards,
Ruth Doyle
OPEN LETTER FROM EPA
Dear PPN,
The Programme for a Partnership Government commits to establishing a National Dialogue on Climate Action (NDCA) which is intended to engage people on the challenge of climate change; motivate changes in behaviour; and create structures at local, regional and national levels to support the generation of ideas and their translation into action.
The Governments’ National Dialogue for Climate action envisages 4 to 5 Regional Gatherings as part of the public engagement process followed up by events at local authority level. The Minister (DCCAE) has decided that the first Regional Gathering will take place in Athlone on Saturday 23rd June (in the Radisson Blu). The Regional Gatherings will reflect, where possible, the new Local Authority Regional Climate Action Offices. This first meeting in Athlone on the 23rd June will invite people from the northern half of the 'Eastern & Midlands Regional Climate Action Office' territory, which includes: Offaly, Roscommon, Leitrim, Monaghan, Louth, Meath, Cavan, Westmeath, & Longford.
The EPA has been given the role of Secretariat to the National Dialogue process and has retained the services of professional engagement consultants MC.O (www.mco.ie) in designing and delivering this first Regional Meeting. We are keen to get your advice on how best involve the citizens in your county and networks. We envisage sending out a mail through to the PPN mailing list along with using local media channels and Facebook pages to promote the event - which will be targeted at members of the public and also for representatives of community groups. M.CO will follow up with a phone call in the coming days to provide further details on the Gathering and is looking forward to hearing your feedback. We want to ensure that our approach to engagement is tailored to the local context so your input and support is much appreciated in helping us make this first Regional Gathering a success.
Kind regards
Jonathan
______________________________________________________
Dr Jonathan Derham BSc, PhD, MA(Mgt)
Head of Programme
Evidence & Assessment Programme
Environmental Protection Agency, Johnstown Castle, Wexford, IRELAND
Email: j.derham@epa.ie / Desk: 00353 539160670 / Mobile: 00353 872842932
11. Cavan Filipino Event
Dear All,
In line with our aim to celebrate cultural diversity, and probably a step towards developing a work programme, we are happy to announce that the Cavan Filipino Community will be celebrating our Philippine Independence Day on Saturday 16th of June from 11am at the Killygarry Community Centre where we will showcase Philippine food and heritage.
We will explain our traditional dishes, native costumes, sports/games, and perform some folk dances/skits. The event will cater to the Irish and other ethnic minority groups in Cavan to give everyone a chance to learn about the Philippines, the Philippine culture, as well as get a profile of the Philippine migrant community in Cavan and Ireland.
This gathering will also be an opportunity to introduce the new Cavan Multicultural Network to the Filipino Community and to encourage more Filipinos to join and support the organisation.
Thank you and we hope to see you there!
Kind Regards,
Vanda Brady
Vice-President for External Relations, Cavan Filipino Community
Cavan Multicultural Network Secretary
12. Citizens Information Board Recruitment
Dear Sir/Madam,
I am emailing you on behalf of the Citizens Information Board. We are currently recruiting Chairpersons and Board Members for 5 new Regional CIS companies and 5 new Regional MABS companies. The adverts are live on our own website and on Activelink.
We would be most grateful if you could circulate the information below to your members or affiliates?
Please do not hesitate to let me know if you have any questions.
====================
Good afternoon,
An advertisement for the recruitment of Chairpersons and Board Members for the 5 new Regional CIS companies and 5 new Regional MABS companies is live on the CIB website and Activelink. Please see links see below.
MABS Boards: http://www.citizensinformationboard.ie/en/news/2018/news20180501_1.html
CIS Boards: http://www.citizensinformationboard.ie/en/news/2018/news20180501_2.html
https://www.activelink.ie/content/community-exchange/volunteering/36881
Dublin North Regional Citizens Information Service Board - Dublin City Council area north of the Liffey, with Blanchardstown/Dublin 15, Dublin City Centre, Dublin City North Bay, Dublin North West, Dublin Northside, Fingal (North County)
Dublin North Regional Money Advice and Budgeting Service Board - Dublin City Council area north of the Liffey, with Blanchardstown/Dublin 15, Dublin City Centre, Dublin City North Bay, Dublin North West, Dublin Northside, Fingal (North County)
North Munster Regional Citizens Information Service Board - Clare, Limerick, Tipperary & Waterford
North Munster Regional Money Advice and Budgeting Service Board - Clare, Limerick, Tipperary & Waterford
South Connacht Regional Citizens Information Service Board - Galway, Mayo & Roscommon
South Connacht Regional Money Advice and Budgeting Service Board - Galway, Mayo & Roscommon
North Connacht & Ulster Regional Citizens Information Service Board – Donegal, Sligo, Leitrim, Cavan & Monaghan
North Connacht and Ulster Regional Money Advice and Budgeting Service Board – Donegal, Sligo, Leitrim, Cavan & Monaghan
South Leinster Regional Citizens Information Service Board – Offaly, Carlow, Laois, Kilkenny, Wicklow and Wexford
South Leinster Regional Money Advice and Budgeting Service Board – Offaly, Carlow, Laois, Kilkenny, Wicklow and Wexford
Closing date for applications is the 17th May 2018.
As advised in the advertisement please contact boardqueries@ciboard.ie if you have any queries related to the application process.
Regards,
CIB Restructuring Team
Eilis Mernagh | HR Executive, Restructuring Team | Citizens Information Board
Ground Floor, George's Quay House, 43 Townsend Street, Dublin 2
0761 07 9076 (direct) | 0761 07 9000 (reception) | 01 605 9099 (fax)
e: eilis.mernagh@ciboard.ie | w: www.citizensinformationboard.ie
13. Voices For Change one-day Training
Have you ever wondered how Government policy is actually made and how you can influence it? This practical one-day training will improve your understanding and build your skills to become an effective policy influencer.
Voices for Change is a practical one-day training that will help you improve your policy influencing skills and ability. You'll start the day with an invaluable introduction into how government policy is actually made in Ireland and the ways in which community and voluntary organisations, charities and social enterprises on the ground can have a real and profound impact on public policy.
You will also get to carry out some practical exercises, which will equip you to become a more effective policy influencer in your own community – which, when working in concert with others, can lead to significant change at the national level too.
You will leave the session with:
· Knowledge and understanding of how Ireland’s policy making system works in practice;
· Clarity about the ways in which local community and voluntary organisations can influence policy;
· A deepened understanding of how to be an effective policy influencer on behalf of their organisation and community.
· Hardcopy take away.
Facilitator: Pat Montague
Pat Montague is the founder and Managing Director of Montague Communications, which has been in operation for the last 27 years. During that period he has provided strategic communications and public affairs advice to a wide range of not-for-profit organisations including public sector bodies, campaign groups, charities, trade unions and other representative bodies such as The Wheel.
Pat specialises in areas like public affairs and lobbying, political analysis, communications and advocacy training, crisis communications and media relations. He has taught a number of courses including Political Communication in Ireland and the Electoral Process at the Dublin City University. Pat also worked for almost two years as consultant advisor to former Tánaiste, Joan Burton TD.
This is a series of events taking place around Ireland, the closest event to you is:
The People's Resource Centre, Kells, Co. Meath
Friday, 8 June 2018
10am-4.30pm
This event is free to attend.
Click here for more information or to see the other events in your area
Notice of Community Elections 4.5.18
Cavan Public Participation Network has been notified of and will host the election of representatives for the following bodies:
Cavan Sports Partnership: is seeking ONE community representative with interests in sport from a sporting community group. The representative should be available to represent a wide array of sporting interests.
Drug & Alcohol Taskforce: is seeking ONE community representative from a Social Inclusion or Community background who can represent Cavan in this committee.
Healthy Ireland Cavan Committee: is seeking ONE community representatives from a Social Inclusion or Community background with an interest in health, fitness and the program to make Cavan a healthier place to live.
Connecting For Life (Suicide Prevention): is seeking TWO community representatives for their organization from a Social Inclusion background. The body works to mitigate, meet and assist those affected by suicide directly and indirectly.
CMTCU (Cavan Monaghan Transport Coordination Unit): is seeking ONE community representative from the Cavan-Belturbet Area (from Stradone to Dowra/Blacklion and all in between) to represent Cavan on the agency which delivers local link transport in the area.
Breffni Integrated: is seeking ONE community representative from Cavan to represent the community groups of the county on their board.
Cavan Public Participation Network: is seeking TWO representatives for their Secretariat. ONE should come from the Cavan-Belturbet Area (West Cavan) while the other from the Ballyjamesduff Area (South Cavan from Arva to Mullagh and all in between).
Expressions of Interest to cavanppn@gmail.com
No later than Thursday May 17th @5pm
Mandating or Election (where there are multiple nominations) to take place at Cavan Crystal Hotel Event Saturday 19th May 10am-4pm
Please see www.cavancommunity.ie for a fuller description of these bodies. CavanPPN will support the travel costs of these representatives where the body is not able to support attendance costs from their own budget.
Cavan Public Participation Network has been notified of and will host the election of representatives for the following bodies:
Cavan Sports Partnership: is seeking ONE community representative with interests in sport from a sporting community group. The representative should be available to represent a wide array of sporting interests.
Drug & Alcohol Taskforce: is seeking ONE community representative from a Social Inclusion or Community background who can represent Cavan in this committee.
Healthy Ireland Cavan Committee: is seeking ONE community representatives from a Social Inclusion or Community background with an interest in health, fitness and the program to make Cavan a healthier place to live.
Connecting For Life (Suicide Prevention): is seeking TWO community representatives for their organization from a Social Inclusion background. The body works to mitigate, meet and assist those affected by suicide directly and indirectly.
CMTCU (Cavan Monaghan Transport Coordination Unit): is seeking ONE community representative from the Cavan-Belturbet Area (from Stradone to Dowra/Blacklion and all in between) to represent Cavan on the agency which delivers local link transport in the area.
Breffni Integrated: is seeking ONE community representative from Cavan to represent the community groups of the county on their board.
Cavan Public Participation Network: is seeking TWO representatives for their Secretariat. ONE should come from the Cavan-Belturbet Area (West Cavan) while the other from the Ballyjamesduff Area (South Cavan from Arva to Mullagh and all in between).
Expressions of Interest to cavanppn@gmail.com
No later than Thursday May 17th @5pm
Mandating or Election (where there are multiple nominations) to take place at Cavan Crystal Hotel Event Saturday 19th May 10am-4pm
Please see www.cavancommunity.ie for a fuller description of these bodies. CavanPPN will support the travel costs of these representatives where the body is not able to support attendance costs from their own budget.
Expressions of interest must come from a PPN registered group. One vote per group and only those groups of a particular category may vote in that category (see below for categories). Elections shall take place at CavanPPN Plenary Event May 19th and declared on the day. We ask that interested parties provide a short description of their candidacy with their Expression of Interest.
Travel costs and remuneration will be paid to all attending members to these posts.
All expressions of interest to be completed and sent to cavanppn@gmail.com by 5pm Thursday May 17th. No late expressions will be accepted.
Description of Posts:
Cavan Sports Partnership: This group is based in Cavan County Council and works to develop sporting strategies for the county. They have a proactive team to deploy these and seek to work with a guiding committee interested in sporting developments. The meetings are not onerous, always engaging and will engage you in the sporting development of your county. See more at www.cavansportspartnership.ie
Drug & Alcohol Taskforce: The Taskforce is a regional body that works with a variety of organisations and service users to develop a key strategic tool in combating the addictions which hurt our communities and loved ones. We are seeking a representative who will ensure a voice from Cavan to this post and seek to build a better Ireland and Cavan. See more at http://www.nedrugtaskforce.ie/
Healthy Ireland Cavan Committee: The Healthy Cavan Initiative brings effective and grounded projects to life in the county to enable communities and individuals, organisations and the county reach a balanced and healthy way of living. Their funded projects are creating healthy change at the heart of communities here in the county. See more at https://www.facebook.com/healthycavan/
Connecting For Life (Suicide Prevention): The Connecting for Life project is part of a HSE led initiative to utilize every available resource to mitigate the terrible scourge of suicide affecting our loved ones in Irish society. We are seeking 2 representatives to engage with Connecting for Life who would be motivated to make a change at a countywide level to help tackle this terrible issue and genuinely save lives. See the Connecting for Life strategy here:
https://www.hse.ie/eng/services/list/4/mental-health-services/connecting-for-life/publications/connecting-for-life-cavan-monaghan.pdf
CMTCU (Cavan Monaghan Transport Coordination Unit): known for the Local Link bus service, this committee manages and develops the deployment of local transport in Counties Cavan and Monaghan. The service seeks a representative from the Cavan Belturbet Municipal District (from Cavan Town to Dowra/Blacklion area). We are seeking a representative to attend the meetings in Clones. See more at www.cmtcu.ie
Breffni Integrated: This company is charged with key rural development and community support duties. It's work is far reaching and wide ranging and has developed into an agency which has had a massively positive effect on every corner of Cavan's communities. See more at www.breffniint.ie
Cavan Public Participation Network: CavanPPN is seeking 2 reps from 2 areas for its Secretariat. These representatives will guide the work and projects of the PPN and sit at the meeting point of representatives from across the county, sharing and building community potential in the county. There will be free training opportunities, project workshops and the chance to become a community leader for your area. Cavan PPN is seeking one person from the Ballyjamesduff Municipal District (South Cavan from Gowna to Mullagh and Ballinagh to the border of Longford) and one person from the Cavan-Belturbet Municipal District (from Cavan to Blacklion and Dowra including Killeshandra, Ballyconnell and Belturbet). See more at our homepage or about page on this site www.cavancommunity.ie
All reps supported by their travel costs being paid either by the representative body or the PPN itself. Nominees should not already be representatives of the community via the PPN on existing bodies to avoid duplication, burnout and hoarding of representative posts.
DEADLINE FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST IS 5pm THURSDAY MAY 17th AND SEND TO cavanppn@gmail.com
Travel costs and remuneration will be paid to all attending members to these posts.
All expressions of interest to be completed and sent to cavanppn@gmail.com by 5pm Thursday May 17th. No late expressions will be accepted.
Description of Posts:
Cavan Sports Partnership: This group is based in Cavan County Council and works to develop sporting strategies for the county. They have a proactive team to deploy these and seek to work with a guiding committee interested in sporting developments. The meetings are not onerous, always engaging and will engage you in the sporting development of your county. See more at www.cavansportspartnership.ie
Drug & Alcohol Taskforce: The Taskforce is a regional body that works with a variety of organisations and service users to develop a key strategic tool in combating the addictions which hurt our communities and loved ones. We are seeking a representative who will ensure a voice from Cavan to this post and seek to build a better Ireland and Cavan. See more at http://www.nedrugtaskforce.ie/
Healthy Ireland Cavan Committee: The Healthy Cavan Initiative brings effective and grounded projects to life in the county to enable communities and individuals, organisations and the county reach a balanced and healthy way of living. Their funded projects are creating healthy change at the heart of communities here in the county. See more at https://www.facebook.com/healthycavan/
Connecting For Life (Suicide Prevention): The Connecting for Life project is part of a HSE led initiative to utilize every available resource to mitigate the terrible scourge of suicide affecting our loved ones in Irish society. We are seeking 2 representatives to engage with Connecting for Life who would be motivated to make a change at a countywide level to help tackle this terrible issue and genuinely save lives. See the Connecting for Life strategy here:
https://www.hse.ie/eng/services/list/4/mental-health-services/connecting-for-life/publications/connecting-for-life-cavan-monaghan.pdf
CMTCU (Cavan Monaghan Transport Coordination Unit): known for the Local Link bus service, this committee manages and develops the deployment of local transport in Counties Cavan and Monaghan. The service seeks a representative from the Cavan Belturbet Municipal District (from Cavan Town to Dowra/Blacklion area). We are seeking a representative to attend the meetings in Clones. See more at www.cmtcu.ie
Breffni Integrated: This company is charged with key rural development and community support duties. It's work is far reaching and wide ranging and has developed into an agency which has had a massively positive effect on every corner of Cavan's communities. See more at www.breffniint.ie
Cavan Public Participation Network: CavanPPN is seeking 2 reps from 2 areas for its Secretariat. These representatives will guide the work and projects of the PPN and sit at the meeting point of representatives from across the county, sharing and building community potential in the county. There will be free training opportunities, project workshops and the chance to become a community leader for your area. Cavan PPN is seeking one person from the Ballyjamesduff Municipal District (South Cavan from Gowna to Mullagh and Ballinagh to the border of Longford) and one person from the Cavan-Belturbet Municipal District (from Cavan to Blacklion and Dowra including Killeshandra, Ballyconnell and Belturbet). See more at our homepage or about page on this site www.cavancommunity.ie
All reps supported by their travel costs being paid either by the representative body or the PPN itself. Nominees should not already be representatives of the community via the PPN on existing bodies to avoid duplication, burnout and hoarding of representative posts.
DEADLINE FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST IS 5pm THURSDAY MAY 17th AND SEND TO cavanppn@gmail.com
STREETFEAST IS COMING (see below) and like last year CavanPPN are offering 10 fifty euro vouchers to the first ten registered StreetFeasts to apply to us at cavanppn@gmail.com or text 086 351 2308
Decent Work and Economic Growth free workshop
On the 24th of May, Development Perspectives will be visiting Cavan as part of their nationwide #SDGchallenge tour. This workshop will focus on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals with a particular focus on goal 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth. What do these goals mean for the people of Cavan and how will they become a reality in Ireland.
This workshop will take place in Castlesaunderson International Scouts Centre from 7.30pm-9.00pm. Tea and coffee available from 7.15pm.
For more information about the #SDGchallenge head to: www.sdgchallenge.net
Register via eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/sdgchallenge-workshop-goal-8-decent-work-and-economic-growth-tickets-45682141515?aff=efbeventtix
Questions: stephanie@developmentperspectives.ie
On the 24th of May, Development Perspectives will be visiting Cavan as part of their nationwide #SDGchallenge tour. This workshop will focus on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals with a particular focus on goal 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth. What do these goals mean for the people of Cavan and how will they become a reality in Ireland.
This workshop will take place in Castlesaunderson International Scouts Centre from 7.30pm-9.00pm. Tea and coffee available from 7.15pm.
For more information about the #SDGchallenge head to: www.sdgchallenge.net
Register via eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/sdgchallenge-workshop-goal-8-decent-work-and-economic-growth-tickets-45682141515?aff=efbeventtix
Questions: stephanie@developmentperspectives.ie
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Town and Village Revitalisation Plans
Save the date -Town and Village Revitalisation Plans Cavan County Council is progressing work on the preparation of Town and Village Revitalisation Plans for towns and villages throughout the County
The following towns and villages are participating:
Cavan Town, Virginia, Bailieborough, Ballyjamesduff, Cootehill, Kingscourt, Belturbet, Mullagh, Ballyconnell, Ballinagh, Ballyhaise, Shercock, Killeshandra, Arva, Kilnaleck, Swanlinbar, Butlersbridge, Blacklion, Gowna, Dowra.
The next stage in the process is now underway (preparation of individual plans for each of the towns and villages above). The consultation sessions set out below will provide the opportunity for further input into these plans, attendance is open to all community groups, individuals and other interested parties.
Tuesday 27 March
Errigal Hotel, Cootehill
Towns and Villages: Cootehill, Shercock, Ballyhaise,
7.30pm – 9pm
Wednesday 28 March
Kingscourt Community Centre
Towns and Villages: Bailieborough, Kingscourt
7.30pm – 9pm
Tuesday 3 April
Virginia Show Centre
Towns and Villages: Virginia, Ballyjamesduff, Mullagh
7.30pm – 9pm
Wednesday 4 April
Breffni Arms, Arvagh
Towns and Villages: Ballinagh, Arva, Kilnaleck, Gowna
7.30pm – 9pm
Tuesday 10 April
Swanlinbar Hall
Towns and Villages: Ballyconnell, Swanlinbar, Blacklion, Dowra
7.30pm – 9pm
Wednesday 11 April
Council Chamber, Courthouse, Cavan
Towns and Villages: Cavan, Killeshandra, Butlersbridge, Belturbet
7.30pm – 9pm
The aim of the plans is to propose improvements which will enhance these towns and villages as an attractive place in which to live and work. The plans, when complete, will also propose a range of projects which could be implemented over the short, medium, and long term.
For further information in respect of this initiative please contact the Community and Enterprise Department, Cavan County Council on: 049 437 8620 or 049 437 8634.
The following towns and villages are participating:
Cavan Town, Virginia, Bailieborough, Ballyjamesduff, Cootehill, Kingscourt, Belturbet, Mullagh, Ballyconnell, Ballinagh, Ballyhaise, Shercock, Killeshandra, Arva, Kilnaleck, Swanlinbar, Butlersbridge, Blacklion, Gowna, Dowra.
The next stage in the process is now underway (preparation of individual plans for each of the towns and villages above). The consultation sessions set out below will provide the opportunity for further input into these plans, attendance is open to all community groups, individuals and other interested parties.
Tuesday 27 March
Errigal Hotel, Cootehill
Towns and Villages: Cootehill, Shercock, Ballyhaise,
7.30pm – 9pm
Wednesday 28 March
Kingscourt Community Centre
Towns and Villages: Bailieborough, Kingscourt
7.30pm – 9pm
Tuesday 3 April
Virginia Show Centre
Towns and Villages: Virginia, Ballyjamesduff, Mullagh
7.30pm – 9pm
Wednesday 4 April
Breffni Arms, Arvagh
Towns and Villages: Ballinagh, Arva, Kilnaleck, Gowna
7.30pm – 9pm
Tuesday 10 April
Swanlinbar Hall
Towns and Villages: Ballyconnell, Swanlinbar, Blacklion, Dowra
7.30pm – 9pm
Wednesday 11 April
Council Chamber, Courthouse, Cavan
Towns and Villages: Cavan, Killeshandra, Butlersbridge, Belturbet
7.30pm – 9pm
The aim of the plans is to propose improvements which will enhance these towns and villages as an attractive place in which to live and work. The plans, when complete, will also propose a range of projects which could be implemented over the short, medium, and long term.
For further information in respect of this initiative please contact the Community and Enterprise Department, Cavan County Council on: 049 437 8620 or 049 437 8634.
***WEATHER ALERT*** PLEASE SHARE
With the predicted onslaught of very cold weather this week which may include hard frost, wind chill and snow and if there is an older person living in your neighbourhood, particularly one who is living alone or might have trouble getting about, we would encourage you to visit or call them to check that they are ok - don't depend on others to do it. Dropping in to say hello or a quick phone call to make sure everything is okay will always be welcome
People can be reluctant to look in on neighbours as they don't want to seem intrusive but experience shows that it is always appreciated and a great source of reassurance for someone to know their neighbours are thinking about them.
Snow and ice add to the problem as many may not be able to get out to buy food, fuel or medical supplies.
For further information, please visit the Governments Be Winter Ready website on; www.winterready.ie
With the predicted onslaught of very cold weather this week which may include hard frost, wind chill and snow and if there is an older person living in your neighbourhood, particularly one who is living alone or might have trouble getting about, we would encourage you to visit or call them to check that they are ok - don't depend on others to do it. Dropping in to say hello or a quick phone call to make sure everything is okay will always be welcome
People can be reluctant to look in on neighbours as they don't want to seem intrusive but experience shows that it is always appreciated and a great source of reassurance for someone to know their neighbours are thinking about them.
Snow and ice add to the problem as many may not be able to get out to buy food, fuel or medical supplies.
For further information, please visit the Governments Be Winter Ready website on; www.winterready.ie
2 COMMUNITY GRANTS NOW AVAILABLE: Deadline March 23rd
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Council Community Grants
Cavan County Council has provided funding to encourage local groups to implement projects that will result in greater social and economic activity. Projects should enhance the quality of citizens’ lives and lead to the sustainability of the local area.
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Council Festival Grants
Cavan County Council has provided funding for festival and event organisers to aid with the development and promotion of Festivals and Events in County Cavan and to assist those that have a tourism or community focus.
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Department of Children and Youth Affairs€6.8m Grants open for extra Childcare spaces, play areas and maintenance Monday 12th February – Friday 9th March 2018
Monday 12th February, 2018 (received by CavanPPN 21.2.18)
Childcare centres are being invited to apply for €6.8m in funding for extra spaces, natural outdoor play areas and maintenance work, according to the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs, Dr Katherine Zappone.
Applications open today (12th February 2018) for childcare and school age services to apply for the capital grants across a range of strands.
Making the announcement Minister Zappone added
“This year we will invest €485 million, an increase of 80% over the last three budgets, to continue working towards accessible affordable quality childcare.
On the capital grants in particular, I know from my visits to services throughout the country how important it is that we continue to invest and build the infrastructure and capacity of the early years sector.
The inclusion of natural outdoor play areas in particular is allowing our children to explore more and seek adventure in a learning environment. I am delighted to support this work with a significant capital investment – which will benefit children, parents and providers in the coming months.
I encourage all providers to see how the funding can be used to boost or improve their existing services and facilities.”
The application window for the 2018 Early Years and School Age Capital Grants opened today Monday 12th February at 12.00am. Services can apply through the PIP system for the next four weeks, until 3.00pm on Friday 9th March.
The Minister has previously outlined the €6.86 million to be spent across Early Year and School Age Childcare under five funding strands as follows:
Purpose of grant
Max. Grant available
Strand 1 (Early Years)
Expansion/New
€50,000
Strand 2 (Early Years)
Essential Maintenance (Community only)
€20,000
Strand 3 (Early Years)
Natural outdoor play area
€7,000
Strand 4 (School Age)
Expansion/New
€20,000
Strand 5 (School Age)
Essential Maintenance (Community only)
€10,000
Detailed guidelines on how to apply are available on PIP and services are encouraged to contact their local City / County Childcare Committee (CCC) for any additional support or advice on their application.
Capital 2018 Applicant Guidelines
Monday 12th February, 2018 (received by CavanPPN 21.2.18)
Childcare centres are being invited to apply for €6.8m in funding for extra spaces, natural outdoor play areas and maintenance work, according to the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs, Dr Katherine Zappone.
Applications open today (12th February 2018) for childcare and school age services to apply for the capital grants across a range of strands.
Making the announcement Minister Zappone added
“This year we will invest €485 million, an increase of 80% over the last three budgets, to continue working towards accessible affordable quality childcare.
On the capital grants in particular, I know from my visits to services throughout the country how important it is that we continue to invest and build the infrastructure and capacity of the early years sector.
The inclusion of natural outdoor play areas in particular is allowing our children to explore more and seek adventure in a learning environment. I am delighted to support this work with a significant capital investment – which will benefit children, parents and providers in the coming months.
I encourage all providers to see how the funding can be used to boost or improve their existing services and facilities.”
The application window for the 2018 Early Years and School Age Capital Grants opened today Monday 12th February at 12.00am. Services can apply through the PIP system for the next four weeks, until 3.00pm on Friday 9th March.
The Minister has previously outlined the €6.86 million to be spent across Early Year and School Age Childcare under five funding strands as follows:
Purpose of grant
Max. Grant available
Strand 1 (Early Years)
Expansion/New
€50,000
Strand 2 (Early Years)
Essential Maintenance (Community only)
€20,000
Strand 3 (Early Years)
Natural outdoor play area
€7,000
Strand 4 (School Age)
Expansion/New
€20,000
Strand 5 (School Age)
Essential Maintenance (Community only)
€10,000
Detailed guidelines on how to apply are available on PIP and services are encouraged to contact their local City / County Childcare Committee (CCC) for any additional support or advice on their application.
Capital 2018 Applicant Guidelines
safeTALK, ASIST & USH Training Available locally
Please find below information in relation to training in safeTALK, ASIST and Understanding Self-harm taking place across Cavan and Monaghan on the following dates:
safeTALK
Wednesday 21st March 2018
Clones Family Resource Centre
9.30 a.m. – 1.00 p.m.
Friday 9th March 2018 Reg deadline
safeTALK
Wednesday 25th April 2018
Virginia Show Centre
9.30 a.m. – 1.00 p.m.
Friday 13th April 2018 Reg deadline
safeTALK
Wednesday 16th May 2018
Child Wellbeing Centre, Castleblayney
9.30 a.m. – 1.00 p.m.
Friday 4th May 2018 Reg deadline
ASIST
Wednesday 11th & Thursday 12th April 2018
Kilmore Diocesan Pastoral Centre, Cavan
Link to map of location
9.00 a.m. – 5.00 p.m. x 2 days
(Tea/Coffee & Lunch provided)
Friday 30th March 2018 Reg deadline
ASIST
Wednesday 23rd & Thursday 24th May 2018
Child Wellbeing Centre, Castleblayney
Link to map of location
9.00 a.m. – 5.00 p.m. x 2 days
(Tea/Coffee & Lunch provided)
Friday 11th May 2018 Reg deadline
ASIST
Wednesday 20th & Thursday 21st June 2018
Clones Family Resource Centre
9.00 a.m. – 5.00 p.m. x 2 days
(Tea/Coffee & Lunch provided)
Friday 8th June 2018 Reg deadline
Under standing Self-harm
Thursday 7th June 2018
Clones Family Resource Centre
9.30 a.m. – 4.30 p.m.(Tea/Coffee & Lunch provided)
Monday 28th May 2018 Reg deadline
For more info or registration forms contact CavanPPN or
Emer Mulligan, Resource Officer for Suicide Prevention, Cavan Monaghan Mental Health Services,
Carrickmacross Primary Care Centre, Donaghmoyne Road, Carrickmacross, Co. Monaghan.
Email: emer.mulligan@hse.ie, Tel: 086 1717563
safeTALK
Wednesday 21st March 2018
Clones Family Resource Centre
9.30 a.m. – 1.00 p.m.
Friday 9th March 2018 Reg deadline
safeTALK
Wednesday 25th April 2018
Virginia Show Centre
9.30 a.m. – 1.00 p.m.
Friday 13th April 2018 Reg deadline
safeTALK
Wednesday 16th May 2018
Child Wellbeing Centre, Castleblayney
9.30 a.m. – 1.00 p.m.
Friday 4th May 2018 Reg deadline
ASIST
Wednesday 11th & Thursday 12th April 2018
Kilmore Diocesan Pastoral Centre, Cavan
Link to map of location
9.00 a.m. – 5.00 p.m. x 2 days
(Tea/Coffee & Lunch provided)
Friday 30th March 2018 Reg deadline
ASIST
Wednesday 23rd & Thursday 24th May 2018
Child Wellbeing Centre, Castleblayney
Link to map of location
9.00 a.m. – 5.00 p.m. x 2 days
(Tea/Coffee & Lunch provided)
Friday 11th May 2018 Reg deadline
ASIST
Wednesday 20th & Thursday 21st June 2018
Clones Family Resource Centre
9.00 a.m. – 5.00 p.m. x 2 days
(Tea/Coffee & Lunch provided)
Friday 8th June 2018 Reg deadline
Under standing Self-harm
Thursday 7th June 2018
Clones Family Resource Centre
9.30 a.m. – 4.30 p.m.(Tea/Coffee & Lunch provided)
Monday 28th May 2018 Reg deadline
For more info or registration forms contact CavanPPN or
Emer Mulligan, Resource Officer for Suicide Prevention, Cavan Monaghan Mental Health Services,
Carrickmacross Primary Care Centre, Donaghmoyne Road, Carrickmacross, Co. Monaghan.
Email: emer.mulligan@hse.ie, Tel: 086 1717563
Sorry our offices will be closed Feb 15th & 16th due to the use of heavy machinery in the area around Cana House & St. Felim's School. This notice will affect the school, CavanPPN, Volunteer Information Service, Community Radio, Men's Shed and Geneology.
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MUNICIPAL DISTRICT GRANTS OPEN NOW
The members of Cavan County Council have created a funding scheme in each of the three municipal district areas for the purpose of supporting community groups in delivering and promoting projects in their areas.
For further details:
• Call: Theresa at 049 437 8587 or;
• Email: ttierney@cavancoco.ie or;
• Call into your local municipal district office.
Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday, 23 February 2018
http://www.cavancoco.ie/Default.aspx?StructureID_str=255&guid=1852
For further details:
• Call: Theresa at 049 437 8587 or;
• Email: ttierney@cavancoco.ie or;
• Call into your local municipal district office.
Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday, 23 February 2018
http://www.cavancoco.ie/Default.aspx?StructureID_str=255&guid=1852
A CALL FOR ENVIRONMENT
Cavan Public Participation Network
Environment Sector Meeting, Cana House, Farnham St. Cavan Town. 25.1.18
Meeting Report Meeting Started 7pm
1. Welcome & Introduction: an overview of the Environment Sector of CavanPPN was given to members and the lack of engagement discussed. The PPN Resource Worker provided a list of registered groups (below)*.
2. CavanPPN Enviro-Workplan
(i) Pollinator Plan Event: The aim being to provide a platform to explain, encourage & promote pollination strategies in Cavan. This is to undertaken with local Tidy Towns and work with Heather Bothwell to develop. Members will participate and host stands at event and do workshops.
(ii) Community Garden Network: This was very proactively discussed by members. Declan Fitzpatrick volunteered to ring the garden contacts to encourage them to partake in a produce show in Ballinagh in Aug/Sept which he will liaise with next week. It was suggested that garden visits be facilitated to allow community gardens see what they are doing to inspire eachother. One last suggestion was to enter a joint “mini garden” in the shape of Cavan (2mx3m) for Bloom this year and therefore organize community gardeners to visit Bloom. Daniel will first compile a list of contacts of the community gardens active in County Cavan.
(iii) Reduce/Reuse/Recycle/Upcycle Workshop: To have a workshop on how to reduce your waste at point of purchase, reuse it in inspiring ways and recycle/upcycle waste. Examples included pallet furniture via mens sheds, a plastic bottle greenhouse and investigating Barry Wilson of Belturbet’s project to have a waste collector for shoppers in Belturbet at point of sale. Instead of doing a separate event it might be better to partner with the produce show in Ballinagh for this.
3. Community Representation on Cavan County Council’s Environment & Planning Strategic Policy Committee: an informative discussion was had on what this post entails and the realistic effectiveness of the SPCs. It was also queried if persons could jointly hold the position to lessen the burden, particularly as SPCs are held in the daytime which is sometimes inconvenient for volunteers who work. Barry Kavanagh of Natures Patch Network volunteered for the position.
He was proposed by Gowska Wilkowska and seconded by Declan Fitzpatrick.
4. AOB: It was mentioned that members avail of the entertaining monologue on Plastic Bags by Seamus O’Rourke.
Meeting Ended 8.20pm
*List of registered Environment Sector Groups in CavanPPN: Bailieborough Gardens, Cavan Birdwatch Branch, Cavan Beekeepers Association, PATCH Nature Network, Community Resilience Cavan, Fairgreen Community Gardens, Drumlane Community Gardens, Killeshandra Organic Gardening Club, Kilnavara Community Garden, Realtog Community Garden.
note: 10 groups out if 320 represents a 3.2% portion which is in line with the national estimate of 3% environment groups as a total of PPN registrations (2016 National PPN Report)
Environment Sector Meeting, Cana House, Farnham St. Cavan Town. 25.1.18
Meeting Report Meeting Started 7pm
1. Welcome & Introduction: an overview of the Environment Sector of CavanPPN was given to members and the lack of engagement discussed. The PPN Resource Worker provided a list of registered groups (below)*.
2. CavanPPN Enviro-Workplan
(i) Pollinator Plan Event: The aim being to provide a platform to explain, encourage & promote pollination strategies in Cavan. This is to undertaken with local Tidy Towns and work with Heather Bothwell to develop. Members will participate and host stands at event and do workshops.
(ii) Community Garden Network: This was very proactively discussed by members. Declan Fitzpatrick volunteered to ring the garden contacts to encourage them to partake in a produce show in Ballinagh in Aug/Sept which he will liaise with next week. It was suggested that garden visits be facilitated to allow community gardens see what they are doing to inspire eachother. One last suggestion was to enter a joint “mini garden” in the shape of Cavan (2mx3m) for Bloom this year and therefore organize community gardeners to visit Bloom. Daniel will first compile a list of contacts of the community gardens active in County Cavan.
(iii) Reduce/Reuse/Recycle/Upcycle Workshop: To have a workshop on how to reduce your waste at point of purchase, reuse it in inspiring ways and recycle/upcycle waste. Examples included pallet furniture via mens sheds, a plastic bottle greenhouse and investigating Barry Wilson of Belturbet’s project to have a waste collector for shoppers in Belturbet at point of sale. Instead of doing a separate event it might be better to partner with the produce show in Ballinagh for this.
3. Community Representation on Cavan County Council’s Environment & Planning Strategic Policy Committee: an informative discussion was had on what this post entails and the realistic effectiveness of the SPCs. It was also queried if persons could jointly hold the position to lessen the burden, particularly as SPCs are held in the daytime which is sometimes inconvenient for volunteers who work. Barry Kavanagh of Natures Patch Network volunteered for the position.
He was proposed by Gowska Wilkowska and seconded by Declan Fitzpatrick.
4. AOB: It was mentioned that members avail of the entertaining monologue on Plastic Bags by Seamus O’Rourke.
Meeting Ended 8.20pm
*List of registered Environment Sector Groups in CavanPPN: Bailieborough Gardens, Cavan Birdwatch Branch, Cavan Beekeepers Association, PATCH Nature Network, Community Resilience Cavan, Fairgreen Community Gardens, Drumlane Community Gardens, Killeshandra Organic Gardening Club, Kilnavara Community Garden, Realtog Community Garden.
note: 10 groups out if 320 represents a 3.2% portion which is in line with the national estimate of 3% environment groups as a total of PPN registrations (2016 National PPN Report)
Cavan Environment Groups,
CavanPPN will be hosting an environment meeting next Thursday January 25th in Cana House, Farnham Street, Cavan Town from 7-8pm. The purpose of this meeting is:
- to see how environment groups can work together in the coming year.
- discuss the CavanPPN workplan for environment for 2018
- to choose an environment spokesperson for community environmentalism for Cavan County Council's Strategic Policy Committee on environment.
It would be lovely to have at least one person from each enviro group attend and maybe meet a few times per year to raise environmental issues and actions.
CavanPPN will be hosting an environment meeting next Thursday January 25th in Cana House, Farnham Street, Cavan Town from 7-8pm. The purpose of this meeting is:
- to see how environment groups can work together in the coming year.
- discuss the CavanPPN workplan for environment for 2018
- to choose an environment spokesperson for community environmentalism for Cavan County Council's Strategic Policy Committee on environment.
It would be lovely to have at least one person from each enviro group attend and maybe meet a few times per year to raise environmental issues and actions.
NEW COURSE FOR WOMEN IN WEST CAVAN
Details on www.westcavan.com
Breffni Integrated and CMETB are working to bring a new course for Women to West Cavan. This is a new course for women who are out of the workforce but not on a jobseeker’s payment.
It is open to women on no payment, or on payments such as Disability or Carer’s Allowance. Courses will run two mornings a week for 13 weeks. Classes will cover personal development, job preparation, careers guidance and confidence building.
There will be 6 new Get Ready, Get Steady, Go classes starting in January. Courses will run in Emyvale, Kingscourt, Clones, West Cavan, Castleblayney and Ballyjamesduff.
For more information or to register contact Ceinwen Fergus on 087 1967888 or emailceinwenfergus@cmetb.ie
Details on www.westcavan.com
Breffni Integrated and CMETB are working to bring a new course for Women to West Cavan. This is a new course for women who are out of the workforce but not on a jobseeker’s payment.
It is open to women on no payment, or on payments such as Disability or Carer’s Allowance. Courses will run two mornings a week for 13 weeks. Classes will cover personal development, job preparation, careers guidance and confidence building.
There will be 6 new Get Ready, Get Steady, Go classes starting in January. Courses will run in Emyvale, Kingscourt, Clones, West Cavan, Castleblayney and Ballyjamesduff.
For more information or to register contact Ceinwen Fergus on 087 1967888 or emailceinwenfergus@cmetb.ie
MUSICIANS FUNDING OPEN
Music Capital SchemeThe Music Capital Scheme, supported by the Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht and managed by Music Network, provides funding for the purchase of musical instruments to both non-professional performing groups/ensembles and professional musicians.
Applications for the Music Capital Scheme are now open
CLOSING DATE 12pm (noon) Tuesday 20th February 2018
Non-Professional Performing Groups - Award 1
Individual Professional Performing Musicians - Award 2
For further information please contact Music Network’s Programmes Administrator Sarah Cunningham at Tel 01 475 0224 / programmesadmin@musicnetwork.ie.
Applications for the Music Capital Scheme are now open
CLOSING DATE 12pm (noon) Tuesday 20th February 2018
Non-Professional Performing Groups - Award 1
Individual Professional Performing Musicians - Award 2
For further information please contact Music Network’s Programmes Administrator Sarah Cunningham at Tel 01 475 0224 / programmesadmin@musicnetwork.ie.
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The Arts Awards by Cavan County Council are allocated under the Arts Act 2003. There are two seperate categories in 2018. The Arts Development Awards for community and arts development and the Professional Artists Awards which are to support the work of professional artists.
see http://www.cavanarts.ie/Default.aspx?StructureID_str=35&guid=1130 for more
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WINNERS OF THE CAVAN ENVIRO-WRITERS PRIZE 2017
This year we asked for local people to contribute their pieces to imagine what Cavan in 2118 might look like. We got some amazing ideas and contributions but narrowed it down to two. A special thanks to Sana Cheema for helping organise the competition as part of her Gaisce project:
Winner: Kyla McGowan (14) from Bailieborough
Cavan Of 2118:
The blue lakes of Cavan, which it was once famous for
they're dried up, they're gone
what was once, is now no more.
The brown smog hangs heavy, each day in the sky
the starving people line the streets
ready to die.
Skyscrapers were built, one hundred stories high
to house those who wanted, and hoped to stay alive
The lush green drumlins and the rolling hills
were flattened by the weight of the buildings
and the lumber mills.
Dublin was the first to go then Cork and Kerry too,
whole counties underwater, no one knew what to do.
As the rest of Ireland flooded and people moved inland
Cavan became the capital, everything was in high demand
Food and clean water ran out, everyone was in despair,
people lined the streets each day waiting for their share.
If only people had changed their ways back in 2017,
we’d be living in a Utopia just as we dreamed.
2nd Place: Jeanette Murray (for her grandson in Saint Clare's Primary School in Ballyjamesduff)
Poor Mother Earth in 2118
By Jeanette Murray
I don’t have much hope
for twentyone eighteen,
Not afterlast Friday
From what I’d just seen.
I was in the recycling
Binning tins and the rest,
For the good of the planet
Sure it’s all for the best.
Right then it happened
Couldn’t believe what I’d seen
A man stuffing nappies
In the glass only bins.
Well my eyes shot with fire
And I spat when I spoke
You damn idiot this place
In this town is no joke
It’s the likes of you
That will close this facility,
After all our hard work
to get this amenity.
He never batted an eye
He carried on, kept it up,
and more rubbish followed
the little ignorant pup
He strolled off with a swagger
A smirk on his face
But I phoned Cavan Council
With his car number plate.
Winner: Kyla McGowan (14) from Bailieborough
Cavan Of 2118:
The blue lakes of Cavan, which it was once famous for
they're dried up, they're gone
what was once, is now no more.
The brown smog hangs heavy, each day in the sky
the starving people line the streets
ready to die.
Skyscrapers were built, one hundred stories high
to house those who wanted, and hoped to stay alive
The lush green drumlins and the rolling hills
were flattened by the weight of the buildings
and the lumber mills.
Dublin was the first to go then Cork and Kerry too,
whole counties underwater, no one knew what to do.
As the rest of Ireland flooded and people moved inland
Cavan became the capital, everything was in high demand
Food and clean water ran out, everyone was in despair,
people lined the streets each day waiting for their share.
If only people had changed their ways back in 2017,
we’d be living in a Utopia just as we dreamed.
2nd Place: Jeanette Murray (for her grandson in Saint Clare's Primary School in Ballyjamesduff)
Poor Mother Earth in 2118
By Jeanette Murray
I don’t have much hope
for twentyone eighteen,
Not afterlast Friday
From what I’d just seen.
I was in the recycling
Binning tins and the rest,
For the good of the planet
Sure it’s all for the best.
Right then it happened
Couldn’t believe what I’d seen
A man stuffing nappies
In the glass only bins.
Well my eyes shot with fire
And I spat when I spoke
You damn idiot this place
In this town is no joke
It’s the likes of you
That will close this facility,
After all our hard work
to get this amenity.
He never batted an eye
He carried on, kept it up,
and more rubbish followed
the little ignorant pup
He strolled off with a swagger
A smirk on his face
But I phoned Cavan Council
With his car number plate.
The CavanPPN Autumn Gathering
CavanPPN Autumn Plenary Gathering
CavanPPN held its Autumn Gathering in The Cavan Crystal Hotel last Saturday 25th of November. The meeting opened with a tribute by Cavan’s Cathaoirleach Paddy McDonald, to Brendan Reilly, CEO of Breffni Integrated who so recently lost his life in a tragic accident.
The day was divided into three sections:
In section one representatives from the community heard from spokespersons from the PPN
1. Chris Kirk of Killeshandra Tidy Towns spoke on the work of CavanPPN since it was established.
2. Jim O’Reilly of Kilcogy Community First Responders spoke on the 2018 Workplan of the PPN.
3. Noleen Brady Smith of Maghera spoke on the Linkage groups and how representatives speak for community in the PPN.
This was followed by a presentation on Local Community Water by Gretta McCarron, the Local Community Water Officer for this region with a Q&A session.
The next part of the day entailed entertainment, networking and representing. Sarah Garden presented a very engaging Singing Workshop while members also had a chance to network and speak to Linkage Representatives at tables set aside on topics such as Local Transport, Policing, Disabilities and more.
We returned after lunch to hear from 3 national speakers:
1. Simon Rooney of Voice Ireland gave a very informative and engaging talk on recycling and supporting the environment with an eye opening short video.
2. Johnny Sheehan and Marjan Boers of The Wheel spoke about the benefits of membership in Ireland’s fastest growing support, training and advocate agency for community.
3. Martina Westphal spoke on the scary topic of insurance for community groups & the details of this.
Each presenter was rotated around the tables in a world-café speed dating style session, giving smaller groups greater exposure for conversational engagement on the three topics. It was a great way to place both community and agency on equal footing and learn from one another.
After final reflections from the tables’ spokespersons and presenters we called it a day, with people heading home with full bellies, entertained singing voices and more informed heads. It was a great day for all involved with 48 representatives attending from community groups from across the county.
CavanPPN held its Autumn Gathering in The Cavan Crystal Hotel last Saturday 25th of November. The meeting opened with a tribute by Cavan’s Cathaoirleach Paddy McDonald, to Brendan Reilly, CEO of Breffni Integrated who so recently lost his life in a tragic accident.
The day was divided into three sections:
In section one representatives from the community heard from spokespersons from the PPN
1. Chris Kirk of Killeshandra Tidy Towns spoke on the work of CavanPPN since it was established.
2. Jim O’Reilly of Kilcogy Community First Responders spoke on the 2018 Workplan of the PPN.
3. Noleen Brady Smith of Maghera spoke on the Linkage groups and how representatives speak for community in the PPN.
This was followed by a presentation on Local Community Water by Gretta McCarron, the Local Community Water Officer for this region with a Q&A session.
The next part of the day entailed entertainment, networking and representing. Sarah Garden presented a very engaging Singing Workshop while members also had a chance to network and speak to Linkage Representatives at tables set aside on topics such as Local Transport, Policing, Disabilities and more.
We returned after lunch to hear from 3 national speakers:
1. Simon Rooney of Voice Ireland gave a very informative and engaging talk on recycling and supporting the environment with an eye opening short video.
2. Johnny Sheehan and Marjan Boers of The Wheel spoke about the benefits of membership in Ireland’s fastest growing support, training and advocate agency for community.
3. Martina Westphal spoke on the scary topic of insurance for community groups & the details of this.
Each presenter was rotated around the tables in a world-café speed dating style session, giving smaller groups greater exposure for conversational engagement on the three topics. It was a great way to place both community and agency on equal footing and learn from one another.
After final reflections from the tables’ spokespersons and presenters we called it a day, with people heading home with full bellies, entertained singing voices and more informed heads. It was a great day for all involved with 48 representatives attending from community groups from across the county.
CavanPPN Autumn Newsletter
Good Governance Code Document
CavanPPN has just completed this short guide to The Good Governance Code, a short 12 page piece to summarize a very large doc. Included are hints and tips on the jobs Officers do and the contents of The Code to go through it easier and make it less intimidating. Feel Free to share.
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WHY VOLUNTEER: A Story
CavanVIS: Case Study on Volunteer Patsy Sheridan
Patsy Sheridan is and always has been a local of Cavan Town. Patsy was not involved in his local Men’s Shed or the Community Radio before 2014 because he always kept busy, he’s a man with many plans and he likes to keep active and about.
Then, in 2014 Patsy fell ill. It was the type of illness that shakes you to your core and makes you question everything and he had plenty of time to do it because the doctors forbade him from the hectic and physically demanding lifestyle he once had. He’s not young, but nor is he old so Patsy could not simply lie down and die. His motto is “life’s for living, not moping around”.
So, at first he joined a small amateur radio station. A place where he knew no one and he could sit and keep busy but get out and about nonetheless. Two years on Patsy is making 2 shows a week with thousands of listeners tuning in all throughout the year. Everywhere he goes in town, people beep and wave and Patsy brings a smile.
Next, a Men’s Shed opened up and Patsy – being inclined to be a handy enough fella – joined on the promise to his family he’d take it easy. He doesn’t though. He’s in there three times a week busting a gut, but not from hard work; it’s all from laughter. You see, for Patsy a Men’s Shed is there to produce 2 things; a place for men to go and a place for men to laugh. Patsy daily provides this.
So, in 3 years Patsy has gone from a hard working workaholic who had the rug torn from under him by illness and circumstance to seeing that volunteering can transform your life, make you a new and better person and not only bring a smile to his face but put on smile on others. Patsy is a volunteer hero and we’re proud to have him with us.
Daniel Downey of CavanPPN, Shane Dolan of Cavan Radio and Paddy Reilly of Cavan Men's Shed
I have read over this story and though I’m embarrassed I’m happy to see it go out to try and encourage others to get involved in their local communities.
Thanks
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Patsy Sheridan
Patsy Sheridan is and always has been a local of Cavan Town. Patsy was not involved in his local Men’s Shed or the Community Radio before 2014 because he always kept busy, he’s a man with many plans and he likes to keep active and about.
Then, in 2014 Patsy fell ill. It was the type of illness that shakes you to your core and makes you question everything and he had plenty of time to do it because the doctors forbade him from the hectic and physically demanding lifestyle he once had. He’s not young, but nor is he old so Patsy could not simply lie down and die. His motto is “life’s for living, not moping around”.
So, at first he joined a small amateur radio station. A place where he knew no one and he could sit and keep busy but get out and about nonetheless. Two years on Patsy is making 2 shows a week with thousands of listeners tuning in all throughout the year. Everywhere he goes in town, people beep and wave and Patsy brings a smile.
Next, a Men’s Shed opened up and Patsy – being inclined to be a handy enough fella – joined on the promise to his family he’d take it easy. He doesn’t though. He’s in there three times a week busting a gut, but not from hard work; it’s all from laughter. You see, for Patsy a Men’s Shed is there to produce 2 things; a place for men to go and a place for men to laugh. Patsy daily provides this.
So, in 3 years Patsy has gone from a hard working workaholic who had the rug torn from under him by illness and circumstance to seeing that volunteering can transform your life, make you a new and better person and not only bring a smile to his face but put on smile on others. Patsy is a volunteer hero and we’re proud to have him with us.
Daniel Downey of CavanPPN, Shane Dolan of Cavan Radio and Paddy Reilly of Cavan Men's Shed
I have read over this story and though I’m embarrassed I’m happy to see it go out to try and encourage others to get involved in their local communities.
Thanks
_____________________
Patsy Sheridan
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