July 2025

In Ireland of the past, July was a month marked by scarcity of food before the harvest, and people looked forward to the end of "Hungry July" by celebrating what is commonly known today as Garland Sunday. Gardland Sunday is celebrated on the last Sunday of July, before the start of Lughnasa in August. People often celebrate this day by making pilgrimages to holy sites such as Croagh Patrick. Garland Sunday is also marked with foraging and a little feasting.

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

Spotlight on Volunteer Opportunities

Information for Organisations

Browse trainings 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.

Changes from the National Vetting Bureau come into effect in July, and Carlow Volunteer Centre will be running a series of trainings for all our affiliates to address these changes.

Dates of trainings to be announced.

For further information, contact Natasha at natasha@volunteercarlow.ie or ring the office on 059 9173033.

July Events

Our Community Integration Craft Mornings take place on Thursdays at 10:30am in the Carlow Volunteer Centre Office. Starting June 5th, volunteers will be working together to create a tapestry using the latch hook technique. Contact Sinéad on sinead@volunteercarlow.ie for more information.

Our Chess & Draughts Club continues in Carlow Volunteer Centre on Thursdays from 10:30am to 12:30pm. This club is suitable for beginners and improvers, and is open to all who want to play chess or draughts in a social setting. Please contact John on itsupport@volunteercarlow.ie for more information or to book.

The Summer Activity Series for Young Adults with Additional Needs takes place from Wednesday, July 2nd to Friday, July 4th. This is a great opportunity to try different sports, and meet new people, and stay active in a relaxed and friendly environment. Click HERE for more information and to book.

Nigeria Cultural Day is taking place on Saturday, July 5th from 2pm in An Gairdín Beo, Carlow. This event is to celebrate the diversity of the Nigerian Culture. All welcome.

Playday 2025 is happening Saturday, July 5th from 10am to 3pm in Carlow College, St. Patrick's. Activities include build your own kite, magic shows, storytelling, picture orienteering, old school games and more. Free event.

Bagenalstown Swimming Club Sensory Hour is a free inclusive swim lesson on Saturdays, 10am to 11am from July 5th to August 23rd. For information or to book, contact bagenalstownswimming1947club@gmail.com or call 0599158860.

FAI Camp Inclusive Football for All takes place from July 9th to 11th in St. Patrick's AFC, Carlow 2:30pm to 4:30pm. It catered for ages 6 to 17 years. Click HERE for information and to book.

Carlow Pride Festival is taking place on Sunday, July 13th starting at 2pm with the parade on the newly named Sally's Rainbow Road. Carlow Town Park will host the festivities and music, and Tully's Bar will host the after party. All welcome.

Carlow Older People's Council Information Roadshow in partnership with Carlow Fire Service, kicks off on Tuesday, July 15th from 10:30am to 1pm in Hacketstown Fire Station and Training Centre. This is a free event. Enjoy tea and coffee and get information on local services and supports for people aged 55+. Contact agefriendlycarlow@carlowcoco.ie or call 0599136207 for more information.

Inclusive GAA 3 Day Cúl Camp takes place in Netwatch Dr. Cullen Park from Tuesday, July 29th to Thursday, July 31st from 11am to 1pm. Click HERE for information and to book.

Carlow Volunteer Centre

C/O Carlow Local Authorities

Athy Road,

Carlow.

R93 E7R7

Tel: 059 9173033

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