Kildare Public Participation Network

Art & Craft Exhibition with John Sullivan (Irish Wheelchair Association), Clane.
2025-09-22 10:30 - 14:00, 2025-09-23 10:30 - 14:00 (Europe/Dublin) | John Sullivan (IWA) Ballinagappa Road, Clane, Co. Kildare, W91YT99, Ballinagappa Road, Clane, Kildare, W91YT99, Ireland
The exhibition will be composted of Ceramic, Textile, Woodwork and Art works completed by our members in Clane Community Centre in 2025.
Free parking and fully wheelchair accessible

All welcome- No booking required

Warmer Home Workshop with Maynooth Sustainable Energy Community
2025-09-22 14:00 - 15:00 | Private: Maynooth Library, Main Street, Maynooth, Kildare, W23 ND79, Ireland
Do you own your home (built before 2006)?
You may qualify for a FREE energy upgrade under the SEAI Warmer Homes Scheme if you receive:
Fuel Allowance, Jobseeker’s (6+ months) + child under 7, Working Family Payment, One-Parent Family Payment, Domiciliary Care Allowance, Carer’s Allowance (living with the person you care for), Disability Allowance (6+ months) + child under 7
Come along to learn how to apply.

Your Wellness Webinar
2025-09-23 11:00 - 12:00 | Online
With Irish Red Cross
Pause yourself and join us for an uplifting and practical session designed to support your wellbeing.

– What to expect:

An introduction to the mental health supports and training available through the Irish Red Cross
Relaxing and restorative mindfulness and wellness activities from our Self-Help Plus programme
A look into Problem Management Plus, a simple yet powerful approach to managing life’s challenges

This webinar is about more than information—it’s about giving you tools, insights, and moments of calm you can take with you into daily life.

Click here to register

Warmer Home Workshop with Kildare Sustainable Energy Communities
2025-09-23 11:00 - 12:30 | Private: Celbridge Library, St Patrick's Park, Celbridge, Kildare, W23 VA47

Coffee Morning with Athy Women's Shed
2025-09-23 11:00 - 13:00 | Community House, 1306 Townspark, Athy, R14 RD79, Community House, 1306 Townspark, Athy, Kildare, R14 RD79, Ireland
Have you ever wondered what goes on in the Athy Womens Shed. Come join us, meet the ladies and chat about it over tea/ coffee and refreshments.
All ladies welcome.

Visually Impaired / Blind Tennis
2025-09-23 13:30 - 14:30 | Naas Lawn Tennis Club, Oldtown Demesne, Naas, Kildare, W91 HV02, Ireland
If you have a Vision Impairment or know someone with a vision impairment this is the chance to try an incredible game in a fun, social environment.
All Welcome.

If you have any queries, please contact: mrmartinkelly20@gmail.com

Arts and Crafts Exhibition and Social Morning with Kare and Newbridge Disability Access Group
2025-09-24 10:30 - 13:00 | Newbridge Town Hall, Newbridge
Celebrate creativity, diversity, and inclusion at this vibrant community event. Everyone is welcome to attend. Come view local artwork, enjoy live music, and connect with others in a warm and inclusive space.
All Welcome.

Warmer Home Workshop with Kildare Sustainable Energy Communities
2025-09-24 11:00 - 12:30 | Private: Athy Library, Convent Lane, Athy, Kildare, R14 DK33, Ireland

A Gathering of Local Community with Larries on the Move
2025-09-24 11:00 - 13:00 | Private: St Laurences GAA, Old Grange House, Killeen, Narraghmore, Kildare, R14 CX28, Ireland
Coffee morning with leisurely walk around the walkway a speaker on local issues.
Open to all.

Around the World Dance Rap with Kildare Youth Hub
2025-09-24 18:00 - 19:30 | The Hive Youth Hub, Dublin Street, Kildare Town, Kildare, R51 CX52, Ireland
Working with Dance instructor to develop a Dance Rap incorporating Dance traditions from a range of Cultures represented in our town. Cultures with strong representation in our town are Indian, Irish, Ukranian, African, Moldovan & Brazilian.
If you would like to participate, please contact Grace Darling at ktyhub@gmail.com

The Creative Path - Art Therapy with Kildare Library Service
2025-09-25 10:00 - 11:00 | Private: Newbridge Library, Greatconnell, Newbridge, Kildare, W12 W861, Ireland
Join us for a cup of tea/coffee to celebrate the launch of “The Creative Path”, a new art therapy programme for persons living with an acquired brain injury.
“The Creative Path” will support and nurture mental health and wellbeing through art therapy where each individual’s recovery can be encouraged and empowered through creativity.
For enquiries, please contact the library at newbridgelib@kildarecoco.ie or 045 906130.

Opening Doors to Inclusion with Kildare Traveller Action
2025-09-25 11:00 - 12:00 | Kildare Community Development Centre, Meadow Rd, Kildare Town, Kildare, R51 RF88, Ireland
Coffee morning with stories, songs and paper flower making .
Contact: petra@kildaretravelleraction.ie

Warmer Home Workshop with Newbridge Community Development
2025-09-25 11:00 - 12:30 | Newbridge Family Resource Centre, Dara Park, Piercetown, Newbridge, Co. Kildare, W12 PX65, Ireland

Connect & Create with Platinum Clubhouse
2025-09-25 11:00 - 13:00 | Platinum Clubhouse, Newbridge Industrial Estate, Newbridge, Kildare, W12 D586, Ireland
Walk & Talk + Coffee Morning
Join us for a gentle community walk, open to all. Afterward, enjoy coffee, biscuits & relaxed conversation, with a mindful moment to refresh your day.

Creative Expression Corner
After coffee, join us for a creative space of music, art, poetry, and writing, led by our community. Share your talents or simply enjoy the work of others in a warm, supportive atmosphere.
Register by emailing: ashleigh.farrell@hse.ie

Growing Connections with Maynooth Access Group & Maynooth Post Primary School
2025-09-25 12:00 - 13:00 | Maynooth Post Primary School
This event celebrates the collaboration between Maynooth Access Group and the Orchard class in Maynooth Post Primary School. Guests will enjoy refreshments prepared by students while highlighting the Orchard’s inclusive garden project, featuring accessible benches and raised planters. Students grow herbs, sensory plants, and vegetables for use in cookery classes, creating a sustainable, farm-to-fork learning experience and a welcoming space where everyone can take part and feel a sense of belonging.

Positive Wellbeing and Mental Health Day with Irish Red Cross (Kildare Branch)
2025-09-25 14:00 - 19:00 | Whitewater, Main Street, Newbridge, Kildare, W12 D362, Ireland
Join us for an afternoon of:

Wellbeing & positive mental health promotion
Live CPR demonstrations
Practical tips for a healthier, safer community

Email: communitysupport.newbridge@irishredcross.com

Scooch Taster Session & Coffee Morning
2025-09-26 11:00 - 12:30 | Athy GAA Centre, Athy GAA,, Athy, Kildare, R14 WN92, Ireland
With Athy Scooch Group
Now is the time’ to come meet the group, see what Scooch is all about, play a game and then enjoy refreshments and a chat afterwards.
All Welcome.

The Waterways BBQ
2025-09-26 11:30 - 13:00 | The Waterways, The Waterways, Sallins, Kildare, Ireland
This BBQ is to celebrate the voluntary work carried out each Friday in August & September by residents living in The Waterways estate.
This event is for all residents in the Waterways including apartment residents , commercial units and residents of The Waterways Hotel for people seeking International protection.
All welcome.

Social Inclusion Garden Party with Naas Community Men’s Shed
2025-09-26 12:00 - 15:00 | Private: Naas Community Men’s Shed, Dublin Road, Naas, Kildare, W91 PC9N, Ireland
Join Naas Community Men’s Shed for a socially inclusive fun event with Camphill Dunshane, local nursing home residents, and others.

Music by the Shed Band
Food and Fun

All Welcome.

Building Bridges through Dialogue: Fostering Inclusion and Belonging
2025-09-26 13:00 - 15:30 | Leixlip Youth and Community Centre, Newtown House, Captain's Hill, Newtown, Leixlip, Co. Kildare,, W23 T8W5, Ireland
with Down to Basics (DotoBa), the International Decade for People of African Descent Ireland (IDPADI), the International Institute of African Studies Ireland (IIASI)
The event will provide a safe and constructive space to:

Explore the local and national context of racism and discrimination
Share lived experiences from members of migrant communities
Build stronger connections between public representatives, authorities, and the community
Discuss practical steps we can take, together, to create a more inclusive and equitable environment for all

Register: contact@dotoba.ie
