News

Sandy Holland, who organised the training said "It is an important support to give the Group to fulfill the requirements of their Insurance Policy and to give the Group scope to expand their programme of activities over the next year". The Certificate gained is also useful for people in their employment, on the farm and in everyday life. The Social Inclusion and Community Activation Programme (SICAP) is co-funded by the Irish Government, through the Department of Rural and Co

Students at St Mogue’s College in West Cavan have been taking part in a series of workshops designed to help build confidence in writing skills. The ‘Words to Music’ programme, delivered by Sandy Holland of Cavan County Local Development (CCLD), uses writing song lyrics to make the process enjoyable and inclusive. The students also contributed to the writing of the music and decided to have a go at singing their composition themselves. Sandy explains ”There is real value in l

We are delighted to invite community groups to take part in our Family Day event to mark World Refugee Day on 20 June 2026 from 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM at Cavan Rugby Club. This special event is all about bringing communities together to celebrate the many cultures, traditions, and talents that make our area so vibrant and diverse. We would love for groups to share something from their culture or community, such as: Traditional food Music and dance Cultural clothing Arts and

CCLD, alongside CMETB, recently participated in a transnational training event in Porto as part of the Rural Impact Project—an initiative funded by the Erasmus+ Programme. The two-day event brought together VET educators from across Europe to pilot a new in-service training programme. Its goal is to equip professionals with the skills needed to deliver social entrepreneurship modules to learners in rural communities. Participants tested and evaluated the programme, ensuring i

Last Saturday, our amazing community headed by the Multi Cultural Womens Shed came together for a Forest Clean-Up & Tree Planting Day. From litter picking and waste sorting to planting new trees, volunteers of all ages rolled up their sleeves to make a real difference. Big smiles, full bags, and a greener shoreline — topped off with a lovely mini picnic to celebrate! Huge thanks to everyone who took part. Special thanks to Ramor Landscaping for donating the trees. Together, w

Commencing 20 th April 2026 Le Chéile Cootehill Co. Cavan 10.00am -12.00pm For further information or to book a place contact: Barbara Kearns – W App Text or Call 0877373810 or email bkearns@ccld.ie

This programme is a cornerstone of community health promotion in Cavan, attracting interest from service users, local organisations, and national partners committed to improving wellbeing across Ireland. A Course Designed for Real Life Healthy Food Made Easy is built around practicality, positivity, and participation. Over six enjoyable sessions , participants learn cooking skills, nutrition basics, and budget‑friendly meal planning—all in a relaxed, supportive group setting

SICAP is delivering a Programme in St Mogue's College in Bawnboy with some of the students in 1st and 2nd Year. The Programme aims to improve creative writing skills through composing song lyrics. The workshops run on Thursdays until the end of May.

Another great day of gardening with Happy Days Childcare ! ☘️ We enjoyed potting up shamrocks in recycled pots to celebrate our national day. ☘️☘️🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪☘️☘️ Join the Movement Let's continue to grow and give! 🌱 #happydayschildcare #growtogive

There is something truly special about our community in Cavan. We look out for one another, and right now, there are local children who need that extra bit of support and a stable place to call home. The Cavan-Monaghan Fostering Team invites you to a relaxed "Morning Coffee" session. No pressure, no long forms—just a friendly chat to see if fostering might be the right fit for you and your family. • When: Monday, March 30th, 2026 • Time: 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM• • Where: Ukrainia

Families are encouraged to book quickly as only a few places remain for this Saturday’s creative Air‑Dry Clay Workshop for children aged 6–12 years . The session takes place at Johnston Central Library on 14 March from 11.30am to 12.30pm , offering a fun, hands‑on introduction to clay modelling in a friendly, supported environment. This free workshop is delivered in partnership with Cavan County Local Development , Cavan County Council , and Johnston Central Library , suppo

Cavan County Local Development (CCLD), in partnership with the HSE and Sláintecare Healthy Communities, is delighted to announce that Healthy Food Made Easy is coming to Cootehill this April 2026. This practical and engaging course supports individuals and families to build confidence in preparing nutritious, affordable meals in a relaxed and friendly group setting. What is Healthy Food Made Easy? Healthy Food Made Easy is a community-based programme designed to help people:

What happens when community spirit, creative reuse, and local talent come together? This morning in Kilnaleck, the answer was clear — joy, colour, and climate‑positive creativity . Members of the Kilnaleck Women’s Shed welcomed The Little Redo Like New Project for a hands‑on workshop that transformed everyday discarded items into beautiful heart‑shaped wreaths. Using old jewellery, ribbons, and all kinds of “bits and bobs,” participants breathed new life into materials that

Visitors to Virginia Library on Friday, 7 March will have the chance to experience something truly special. The Multicultural Women’s Shed, Women Without Borders, is hosting an International Independent Women’s Day Celebration — an uplifting event designed to showcase culture, creativity and community in a welcoming, inclusive space. This celebration invites women of all nationalities to come together, share traditions, and take pride in their heritage. The event highlights t

There was a real sense of pride and gratitude in the room as we hosted a special Volunteer Appreciation Evening to honour the people who give so much to our community. Their commitment, compassion and generosity are the driving force behind many of the programmes that make a meaningful difference every day. Our volunteers support a wide range of local activities and play a vital role in the ongoing work of the Ukrainian Cultural Centre. Their time and energy strengthen social

From the moment our 10–12‑year‑olds arrived at Ballyfermot Youth Services, it was clear this residential would be something special. The energy, the excitement, and the eagerness to try new things set the scene for a powerful day of youth development in action. For funders and state partners, today demonstrated the value of creating safe, structured opportunities for young people to grow. For local and national media, it offered an uplifting showcase of community integration

Fáilte Isteach – Kingscourt We’re setting up English Conversation Classes in Kingscourt to support new arrivals with little or no English. These relaxed, friendly sessions will help people build confidence, practise everyday English and feel more connected in the community. Volunteer Tutors Needed No teaching experience required — just good English and a warm, welcoming attitude. Training provided Interested? Please get in touch: Hazel – 087 695 1865 hleahy@ccld.ie Please sh

This week marked an exciting milestone in our SICAP Grow to Give Initiative , as the children from Happy Days Afterschoolers rolled up their sleeves and planted their very first batch of vegetables! With buckets of enthusiasm (and a little mud on their boots!), the children prepared the soil themselves before getting to work planting garlic , red and yellow shallots , and cheerful primroses to brighten the garden with a splash of spring colour. Even the rain couldn’t dampen

This four-part workshop series is designed to support individuals and families from seed to harvest , using a square foot gardening approach that is practical, manageable and accessible to all levels of experience. Learn by Doing Taking place at the demonstration growing space in Daisy Hill House & Gardens, Ballyconnell , participants will work directly with established raised beds, developing hands-on skills and confidence throughout the growing season. Whether you are compl

Belturbet Community Allotments are getting ready for Spring. With new raised beds in their second poly tunnel, improved access for people with disabilities and an improved composting area part of the plans for 2026. Cavan County Local Development has provided advice, guidance, training and research into the practicalities of setting up and running Community Allotments from the inception of the project which is managed and overseen by Belturbet Community Development Associatio