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Welcome to our November Newsletter.
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
Spotlight on Volunteer Opportunities
Can you volunteer for 26 hours in 2026?
Can you volunteer for 26 hours in 2026?
Tell us about it & become a Carlow '26 Volunteer.
For more information, email sinead@volunteercarlow.ie
Information for Organisations
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.
The last Garda Vetting Training for organisations in 2026 takes place on Monday, November 2nd at 6pm via Zoom.
Contact Natasha on natasha@volunteercarlow.ie or phone 059 9173033 for more information.
Grab a cuppa and join us for our digital give-and-get for leaders of volunteers. Chat and connect with your colleagues in the sector.
Join the team at Volunteer Ireland as they take a coffee break and informally chat about all things volunteering. Please note that these small groups will be participant-led, so please come prepared to share and ask questions about volunteer engagement and management in a safe space.
This monthly online event is aimed at all Leaders of Volunteers / Volunteer Managers / Coordinators (paid and unpaid, from Ireland and overseas) who engage volunteers in their organisations.
Click HERE to register for Friday, November 6th at 11am.
Community Volunteers Training will take place on Tuesday, November 17th at 6pm online via Zoom.
This training is for volunteers interested in getting involved in the local community by supporting local events and initiatives.
If you are interested or want to find out more, contact our Community Volunteers Officer Michael Bell on michael@volunteercarlow.ie.
November Events
November Events
Drummin Bog Project invites anyone interested to join the team on Sunday, November 1st in Drummin Hall, for two activities.
11:30am - Tasneem Khan "The Drummin Bog Pond Survey". Tasneem will talk about the unique characteristics of the Drummin Bog Pond.
11:45am - 1pm - An open workshop for facilitator Chris Chapman to gather any ideas, notes and opinions to collate for The Future Plan.
Beginner Strength & Conditioning for Teenage Boys starts on Monday November 2nd from 4:30pm to 5:30pm in Valhalla Gym in Tullow. €15 for 6 weeks. Click HERE to book.
Beginner Strength & Conditioning for Teenage Girls starts Tuesday, November 3rd from 4:30pm to 5:30pm in Valhalla Gym in Tullow. €15 for 6 weeks. Click HERE to book.
Beginner Strength & Conditioning for Women starts on Wednesday, November 4th from 10am to 11am in Valhalla Gym in Tullow. €15 for 6 weeks. Click HERE to book.
CCEN Free Film: Ocean with David Attenborough is showing in The Visual on Wednesday, November 4th at 7pm. Event is free, but booking is essential. Click HERE to book.
Safeguarding 1 - Online Training is for any person working with or who has interaction with or who is involved in the planning/administration of activities or events with young people (according to the requirements of NGB – including all Coaches, Club Children’s Officers (CCO) and Designated Liaison Persons (DLP) – should complete the 3-hour Child Welfare & Protection Basic Awareness workshop. This training takes place on Thursday, November 5th from 6:30pm to 9:30pm. Click HERE to book.
Lunchtime in the Library Series returns in November with 4 Friday sessions with authors at 1pm.
November 6th - Gill Perdue
November 13th - Patricia Freyne
November 20th - Louise Nealon
November 27th - Avril Tierney
Email libary@carlowcoco.ie for more information.
Women's Collective Voices Exhibition takes place from Monday, November 16th to Saturday, November 21st in the The Shaw Room, Carlow Library. This 'visual voices' exhibition is based on research with women and mothers seeking international protection who live in Direct Provision.
National Learning Network are having their Open Day on Wednesday, November 18th from 11am to 1pm. Their address is 1st Floor, Castlegate, Kennedy Street, Carlow. R93F2W9. On this day, you can meet the staff, tour the facilities, explore courses and programmes, learn about supports and opportunities, and ask any questions you may have. Contact 059 9164257 or email carlow@nln.ie for more information.
Safeguarding 2 - Online Training is for the Designated Liaison Person. This person is responsible for reporting allegations or suspicions of child abuse to TUSLA Child and Family Agency or Social Services (NI) and/or An Garda Siochána / PSNI. It is recommended that this person is a senior club person. This training takes place on Thursday, November 19th from 6:30pm to 9:30pm. Click HERE to book.
Christmas in Rathoe 2026. Rathoe Community Group is hosting its Christmas Market on Sunday, November 29th at Rathoe Parish Hall from 10:30am to 5pm. Stallholders are also wanted, with spaces available for €40. Contact info@rathoecommunity.com.
Carlow Union of Parishes will have their Christmas Tree Festival in St. Mary's Church, Haymarket, Carlow from Friday, November 27th and Saturday, November 28th at 11am to 7pm, and on Sunday, November 29th at 12pm to 7pm. €5 per adult and children under 12 years are free.
Carlow Volunteer Centre
Carlow Volunteer Centre
C/O Carlow Local Authorities
Athy Road,
Carlow.
R93 E7R7
Tel: 059 9173033
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