Our Advisory Groups came together on Wednesday evening to focus on the issues that matter most to our communities. They discussed open spaces, a lack of community facilities, land use and solar farms. Social inclusion and barriers to participation were high on the agenda alongside community funding. The groups have now begun planning how the PPN can take action on these priorities and move them forward at decision making forums.

A huge thank you to all our representatives and members who joined us and shared their ideas, experience, and insights. A special thanks to the facilitators who we look forward to joining us for additional training in the coming weeks.  By joining an Advisory Group, you can:

Whether your passion is Community & Voluntary, Social Inclusion, or the Environment, there’s a place for you.  To read the notes from the Advisory Group meeting or sign up to get involved, click here.  

The Children’s Active Play Fund is a three year fund aimed at supporting children and young people across Ireland get active, stay healthy, and have fun. 

The fund is open to charitable organisations delivering innovative projects that encourage movement, activity and social connections, making it easier and more enjoyable for young people to lead active lives. 

Are you part of a community group, voluntary organisation, or small business with circularity at its core? If so, then Circular Communication Grants are here to help you share your message and grow your impact.

This session provides an overview of the grant funding that will be available for local climate action projects ahead of Phase 2 of the programme.

Whether you’re part of a community group, local organisation, or passionate about sustainability, this is your chance to get involved.

As part of the Timahoe North Solar Farm Community Benefit Fund, Sundew Solar DAC has created an Educational Scholarship Scheme for local students. The 2025 Scheme includes a monetary grant to the value of €2,500 for each year of study, up to a maximum of 4 years, for four successful applicants living within 5kms of Timahoe North Solar Farm. The Scheme may be used towards course fees, accommodation, tools, transport costs etc.

A week full of events, activities, and community celebrations highlighting inclusion, diversity, and belonging across County Kildare.

From workshops and coffee mornings, to arts, sports, and dancing, there’s something for everyone to get involved in.

Check out the listing of events here. 

Seeds, Tubers and Trees: How to save vegetable seed, propagate from tubers and grow native trees from seed

How do you grow our wonderful native trees from seed and cuttings? How do you grow food & save some seed for next year? As well as tackling these questions in a practical, get-your-hands-dirty way, Lucy will also give an introduction to interesting and unusual perennial crops, roots, tubers and to taking cuttings.

Culture Night is an annual nationwide event in Ireland, coordinated by the Arts Council and local authorities, that showcases the country’s culture, creativity, and arts.

On one evening each year, museums, galleries, theatres, and other cultural venues open their doors for free, offering special events and experiences. In 2025, the event will take place on Friday, 19 September. The initiative encourages people to engage with cultural activities both locally and nationally, highlights the role of culture in enriching everyday life, strengthens community connections, and ensures that all events are welcoming and accessible to everyone.

The Kildare Age Friendly Roadshow is back! This year’s theme is “Ageing and Caring – Who Cares for the Older Carer?”

Date: Wednesday, October 1st, 9.30am – 3pm (incl. lunch)
Location: Osprey Hotel, Naas

Highlights include:

For queries, contact:
Carmel Cashin – 087 7212966 OR Jacinta – 045 980371

HUGG are pleased to announce we have extended our peer support service offering HUGG Walks- a welcoming space where people bereaved by suicide can get outdoors and connect with others who truly understand.

Led by an experienced walker and supported by a HUGG volunteer, each walk offers the benefits of movement, nature and connection.  HUGG Walks is a safe, non-judgmental space for mutual support and shared understanding.

Their next walk is taking place at Forrest Loop, Hellfire Club, Dublin, 11am on Saturday, 27th September. Bus service available.
To reserve a spot, please register by using the form: HERE or Email walks@HUGG.ie or call Helena on 0834335701

Join SURF on Tuesday 30 September 2025 at the Keadeen Hotel, Newbridge from 12:30 – 4:00 PM for an afternoon of presentations, discussions, and networking as we explore effective community-based prevention strategies.

This seminar is a key step in advancing evidence-based prevention strategies in Ireland. Bringing together national and international expertise, the session will showcase best practice approaches to prevention, highlight the role of data in decision-making, and demonstrate how communities can strengthen resilience against substance use and related challenges.

Date: 20th September 2025 Time: 10am – 1.30pm Location: Monasterevin Community Hall

SafeTALK ‘suicide alertness for everyone’ prepares participants to identify persons with thoughts of suicide and connect them to suicide first aid resources.
This training is suitable for anyone over the age of 18.

The Heritage Council’s National Heritage Week Awards celebrate the most engaging projects and events organised by National Heritage Week event organisers.

The Heritage Council invite you to help them highlight those that contribute to highlighting our heritage, the people who help mould and encourage future generations to be custodians of our heritage.

The DRCDG has today launched the Skills for Life programme, which will be delivered by all public library services.

The Skills for Life programme is a key commitment in the Public Library Strategy and it will equip individuals with essential skills to navigate modern life. The programme will be available across all 30 local authority library services and will offer support in six key areas:

Kildare Library Service have launched their Autumn 2025 ‘Let’s talk about Parenting’ Programme – supporting parents, other caregivers, and professionals working with families and children in County Kildare. Certificates of attendance are available for Continuing Professional Development purposes.

Community and Culture, Level 7, Áras Chill Dara, Naas, Co. Kildare

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