Cork City Cultural Companions September 2024 Newsletter

 

East Cork Cultural Companions September 2024 Newsletter

 

Bantry Cultural Companions September 2024 Newsletter

 

Mallow Cultural Companions September 2024 Newsletter

 

Together at the Castle Mallow

 

Together at the Castle returns for its third year

HSE Cork Kerry Community Healthcare is proud to announce the return of the hugely successful ‘Together at the Castle’ Mental Health and Wellbeing event at Mallow Castle on Sunday, 8th September 2024.

Together at the Castle aims to foster a sense of community and raise awareness about the available support services for mental health and wellbeing. This free community event, now in its third year, stands as a testament to the ongoing commitment of Cork Kerry Community Healthcare - in partnership with Mallow Chamber of Commerce, Cork County Council, Avondhu Blackwater Partnership, AIB, See Change, Shine, Cork ETB and local Gardaí - in promoting these aims. 

The event will feature an extensive array of entertainment, recreational activities, workshops and information spaces, provided by up to 50 local and regional community groups and organisations. From informative sessions to engaging workshops, the event promises something for everyone, emphasising the importance of mental and physical wellbeing across all age groups. 

Together at the Lodge Midleton

 

‘Together at the Lodge’ Returns to Midleton

A free community mental health and wellbeing event is scheduled for the end of September in Midleton, which will feature a wide array of entertainment, recreational activities, workshops and informational spaces.

‘Together at the Lodge’ will be held at Midleton Lodge Park at the bottom of the town on 29th September from 12pm and features exciting and fun activities from over 30 local community groups and organisations and aims to foster a sense of community throughout East Cork. It will also raise awareness about the support services available for mental health and wellbeing, along with being a fun day out for all the family.

Some organisations that will be there on the day are See Change, Shine, Headline, the Samaritans, as well as East Cork Social Prescribing. 

This, the second-ever ‘Together at the Lodge’ event, was launched by Cork County Council and Cork Kerry Community Healthcare earlier this week. Other organisers include Connecting for Life, the Midleton and Area Chamber of Commerce, the Midleton Family Resource Centre, and SECAD.  

Adrianna Hegarty, president of Midleton and Area Chamber of Commerce, highlighted the event’s importance.

“This event is dedicated to shedding light on mental health services and reinforcing the ties that bind us. Gathering, sharing personal journeys, and discovering the myriad resources available is profoundly important. ‘Together at the Lodge’ promises a day of entertainment, workshops and activities that foster connections and underscore the significance of mental health.”

Alzheimer's Month in Cork County

Every September, people come together from all around the world to raise awareness and to challenge any stigma around dementia. This year’s theme, ‘Time to act on dementia, Time to act on Alzheimer’s’, is highlighting the positive steps being undertaken by organisations and governments globally to develop a more dementia inclusive society.

The Alzheimer Society of Ireland is sharing a helpful calendar of activities taking place across the country and online during the month of September. Find out more and sign up for local and national events at: https://alzheimer.ie/creating-change/awareness-raising/world-alzheimers-month-2024/

The North Cork Dementia Alliance together with Kevin Quaid, member of the Irish Dementia Working Group is hosting a dementia awareness evening on September 25th from 6.30-9.00pm in the Charleville Park Hotel. You can register by phone on 021 4928389 or email ciara.murphy36@hse.ie

The Sunshine Café in Bandon will run on a weekly basis for the month of September. This is supported by the community dementia support workers and staff from St. Michael’s community Centre. To find out more please contact the 24hr answering machine service for the Dementia Care Coordinator Service at (021) 4293998 leave a message and a member of the team will return your call. Alternatively, you can call St. Michaels directly 023/88/ 41681 .



Thyme for Kindness Café: The dementia care coordinator team are opening and will staff a dementia café in Carrigaline Day Care .The café will open on Tuesday 17th of September from 2 to 4pm and every month on a Tuesday following that.

Cork Arts Theatre Events

 

The Dream Can't Sleep Rehearsed Reading Written & directed by Amber Deasy Performed by Jack O' Shaughnessy & Imogen Deasy Friday 6th September @1pm Saturday 7th September @7.30pm “B: Do you think we could have been happy at home? A: I don’t know.” The Dream Can’t Sleep follows two young Irish immigrants living in London in their early twenties chasing a dream. Throughout a sleepless night they wrestle their anxieties, ponder if dolphins like wearing hats and wonder if they ever should have left home at all. This piece is a dynamic two-hander that explores what life is like for these modern Irish immigrants, the relationship we have with home and how dreams can often imprison us more than they set us free. *The Dream Can’t Sleep is part of our Catalyst 2024 programme. A collaboration between Cork Arts Theatre and The Everyman, supported by Cork City Council Arts Office, Catalyst aims to provide a platform for the work of early career theatre artists in the city.

Tickets: €8

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Our Catalyst Programme Continues... Catalyst is a collaboration between Cork Arts Theatre and The Everyman, supported by Cork City Council, Catalyst aims to provide a platform for the work of early career theatre artists in the city.

Eurydice by Sarah Ruhl Directed by Mollie Savage and Ben Holman Wednesday 11th – Saturday 14th September *with relaxed performance on Thursday 12th Orpheus was the greatest musician in the world. His wife, Eurydice, died on their wedding day. Determined to bring her back, Orpheus journeyed to the Underworld. His music convinced the devil to allow Eurydice to follow him back to the surface on one condition: he must not look back until they emerged. Just before reaching the surface, Orpheus looked back, and Eurydice was lost forever. Sarah Ruhl’s Eurydice revisits this myth from the heroine’s perspective. Blending magical realism with humour, it portrays Eurydice’s journey as she navigates the Underworld and rediscovers her identity. Book Tickets

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Cork Underground Theatre presents I, Banquo by Tim Crouch Directed by Matt Palliser Kehoe Performed by Pearse O' Donoghue Wednesday 18th – Saturday 21st September @ 8pm Matinee – Saturday 21st @ 3pm “Just Imagine, anyway. Just imagine even if it isn’t true, not really true that we are, and how could it be seeing as we’ve only just met, but just Imagine that we’re FRIENDS” Join Banquo in “I, Banquo,” a compelling exploration of the events of the infamous Scottish play. Through his eyes, we revisit what might have been, what was, and what could yet be. Featuring original music performed by Banquo’s surviving son, Fleance, this production brings a new dimension to a timeless tale of ambition and consequence. Book Tickets

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The 50+ Show Lifestyle Event at Radisson Blue Cork 10 - 4pm September 10 - 11th

 

The 50 Plus Show

The 50 Plus Show is Ireland’s only dedicated national consumer event for older people. Launched in 1999 to coincide with the International Year Of Older Persons – the event is now run in Cork, Dublin, Galway and Limerick every year.

Who Is The Show For?

The 50 Plus Show is designed to be an informative, educational and upbeat event for the 1.2 million people who are over 50 in Ireland. It’s ideal for people who are about to retire or already have and want to take up a new hobby or pastime, want to learn about their rights and entitlements, the financial implications of retirement and most importantly, keeping themselves mentally and physically active in their latter years.

Whats On at The 50 Plus Show?

To view the schedule of talks and a list of exhibitors for each event, go to the What’s On Page

Is There An Admission Fee?

No, all our events are FREE ADMISSION by registering with us. Simply scroll down to the event you want to attend and click on the BLUE BUTTON to register

Once you have registered you will recieve regular updates of what’s on and be entered into a prize to win a 3 night stay for 2 people sharing in the either the Clayton Whites Hotel Wexford or Clayton Hotel Galway, (terms & conditions apply).

The winner will be announced at the Cork Show in September.

Anybody having difficulties in registering can email us on info@slp.ie

See https://seniortimes.ie/50-plus-expo/

Irish National Opera presents Trade / Mary Motorhead 16th October Cork Opera House

Two searing one-act operas.

Irish National Opera presents Trade / Mary Motorhead
Wed 16 Oct, 7:30pm
Tickets €33 | €27*
Recommended 18+

Irish composer Emma O’Halloran has turned two of her uncle Mark O’Halloran’s plays into a critically acclaimed double bill.

Mary Motorhead
Mary Motorhead has been locked in a prison cell after stabbing her husband in the head with a 12-inch carving knife. While he lies in intensive care, Mary reflects on the events that have brought this turbulent rural marriage to such a crisis.

Trade
In a guesthouse in Dublin’s north inner city, a vulnerable and confused young rent boy sits with a middle-aged client. The older man has blood on his shirt. A lot has happened since the two last met.

Tickets on sale via corkoperahouse.ie or through our Box Office on 021 427 0022.
*Booking Fees May Apply 

Culture Night 20 September

Only 21 days left until Oíche Chultúir 2024! Friday, 20 September 2024 #OneNightForAll | #OícheDárSaol How will you Culture Night? The end of August is upon us and Culture Night is fast approaching! The question we’re asking this year is… How will YOU Culture Night? We invite you to choose from 1,700 free events across the country, taking place from 4pm until late. Start planning your night now at culturenight.ie, or keep reading for more inspiration on how you can Culture Night on Friday, 20 September. View Programme Some Ways to Culture Night This Year Plan a Date Night Impress your date with art, music, and poetry and enjoy An Evening of Classical Music at the Book and Coffee Shop in Kilkenny. If film is more your thing, immerse yourself a programme of short films this Culture Night at the Galway Ceantar Scannán Short Film Screening with Clifden Film Society. Have a Family Day Out Culture Night isn’t just for the grown-ups - there’s plenty of fun to be had for the whole family! On 20 September, you’ll find free family-friendly events all over Ireland that are designed to spark creativity and inspire young minds. Practice your cúpla focal together in Templemore with a Family Art Workshop le Gaeilge, or try your hand at animation at Brown Bag Films Animation Studio. Party With Your Friends Your friend group will be delighted to hear about how they can Culture Night according to Culture Night Late, a programme of late-night events all over the island of Ireland on 20 September. Newry night owls can book free tickets for the Carlingford Lough Celebration of Art and Ecology and kick off their night with an immersive multimedia experience. As for our Dublin friends, you won’t want to miss a night of live, interactive performances at the Irish Institute of Music and Song! View Culture Night Late Events How to Culture Night? Looking for more ways to Culture Night? Head to culturenight.ie for the events programme and check it regularly as new events are uploaded daily. View Programme Follow Culture Night on social media to stay up to date with new additions to the programme, competitions and special events.    Join the conversation using the hashtags #OneNightForAll and #OícheDárSaol Culture Night is brought to you by The Arts Council, in partnership with local authorities and cultural organisations throughout the island of Ireland. A series of events running late into the night, under the Culture Night Late banner, will take place thanks to additional support from the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media under the Nighttime Economy Taskforce.