In Ireland it is officially Spring! We celebrate Imbolc to mark the end of the winter months and the beginning of the change of seasons. It also marks the midpoint between the Winter Solstice and Spring Equinox.

If you are interested in volunteering, you can browse the full list of volunteer opportunities through our website www.volunteercarlow.ie . You can contact us on 059 9173033.

Regards,

Helen, Natasha and Sinéad

Carlow Volunteer Centre

Volunteer Ireland launched The Volunteer Charter on Monday, January 27th. This is a blueprint for building strong, successful partnerships between volunteer involving organisations and volunteers. It is a two-way guide designed to clarify what both sides can expect when a volunteer joins a volunteer involving organisation. If your organsiation is interested in finding out more about The Volunteer Charter, why not join one of the FREE online information sessions.

Book HERE.

Browse further training offered by Volunteer Ireland on their website www.volunteer.ie/training.

If your organisation needs help involving volunteers, please contact us. We offer full guidance on the process of involving and managing volunteers for the benefit of your community or voluntary group.

Carlow Volunteer Centre offers a Garda Vetting Service for voluntary and community groups.  Please contact Natasha at natasha@volunteercarlow.ie for more information on how we can help.

Board Games Saturday happens every Saturday Morning from 10am to 12:30pm in Bagenalstown Library.

Tullow Road Youth Project has a Multi-Activity Drop-In on Thursdays from 3:15pm to 4:45pm. It is €2 per session and is aimed at 10 to 12 year olds. 48 John Sweeney Park R93 WN12. Contact Brid on 085 7897279 or Ciara on 085 8571372 for more information.

Wednesday Wanderers is back. A great way to meet new people, take part in gentle exercise, and explore Carlow's beautiful landscapes. Click HERE for the list of dates and locations. Contact Jennifer Dempsey on 087 1712529 or at jdempsey@carlowcoco.ie for more information.

Safeguarding 1 - Child Welfare and Protection Workshop takes place Thursday, February 6th from 6:30pm to 9:30pm. This workshop is €20 and is delivered online via Zoom. Click HERE to book.

A Beginners Sewing Workshop takes place on Thursday, February 27th from 7pm to 9pm in Ballon Business and Training Service. It is €25. Contact 059 9159447 for more information on how to book a place.

Carlow Social Prescribing Service is located in St. Catherines Community Service Centre. It is a free service aimed at reducing isolation and improving people's health and wellbeing. Contact Kira on 086 4147511 or email socialprescribing@catherines.ie.