Repair Café in Mallow

Next repair café taking place in Mallow library August 12th from 10am to 12.30pm share your skills or learn a new one and help the environment

June at Sirius Arts Centre Cobh

 

Ciara Rodgers Green Mouth The artist Ciara Rodgers makes drawings, photographs, installations, and performances reflecting on her experiences of the built environment. Her work is often site-specific and informed by embodied research into architecture and territory. In her drawings, Rodgers often uses charcoal to capture her gestures—a direct experience of her physical and psychological state in space. The performative nature of the making process fluidly documents her body’s movements and lends itself to an audience engagement. Rodgers’s commissioned, newly created performance Green Mouth responds to both the building that SIRIUS is housed in and narratives around the late artist Brian O’Doherty. SIRIUS occupies the former clubhouse of the Royal Cork Yacht Club, and O’Doherty created the mural One, Here, Now while he was an artist in residence there in 1996. The building, constructed in 1855, was an initiative of the Anglo-Irish elite, and O’Doherty’s work was a gesture toward reclaiming it from that connection. Green Mouth is commissioned by SIRIUS. The presentation is produced by SIRIUS and curated by Miguel Amado, Director. The presentation of Green Mouth occurs at SIRIUS on Saturday, 10 June, from 5pm to 6pm (free; no booking required).

Ciara Rodgers, production still for Green Mouth, 2023. Performance, 60 minutes. Commissioned by SIRIUS. Photograph: the artist. Courtesy of the artist

Rodgers engages with the lingering presences that continue to permeate our encounters with the building and O’Doherty’s legacy. As a young boy, O’Doherty’s elderly aunt recounted to him how, in her youth, she had seen people with green mouths, pigmented from eating grass during the Great Famine (1845–52), a catastrophic result of the British Empire’s stranglehold. Prompted by this intense imagery, Green Mouth is an interrogation into the psychological “staining” of such events on both our environment and our psyches. Green Mouth has two distinct sections. In the first, developed over the period of a week, we see Rodgers utilizing canvas to create charcoal rubbings directly from the building. This phase is a recording of the artist’s research into the site’s material infrastructure. In the second section, Rodgers turns these canvases into a traditional Irish cloak and dons it, thereby literally embodying the building by transforming its features into a garment. She then grinds down grass with a mortar and pestle and consumes it while staring out to sea. Green Mouth considers the societal inequalities symbolized by the building’s complex heritage. It also provides an interesting commentary on the female body. The cloak is a recurring symbol in Irish folklore and references invisibility, goddesses, and the cailleach, the divine hag associated with the land. The performance, with its seaside setting, plays with the forlorn imagery associated with the archetypical figure of Mother Ireland, and powerfully examines previously unwelcome facets of society: women, farm laborers, and the natural world.

Ciara Rodgers. Source: the artist.

Sirius Arts Centre The Old Yacht Club Westbourne Place Cobh, Co. Cork P24 F209 Ireland siriusartscentre.ie Opening hours: Wednesday - Saturday, 12:00 - 17:00

Cork Potters Exhibition at Gallery Asna Clonakilty

In a tribute to the artistry and skill of local ceramic artists, Cork Potters are delighted to present an exclusive exhibition featuring the works of 15 talented members in Gallery Asna, Clonakilty. This show will highlight the diverse range of styles, techniques, and inspirations that make the Cork Potters Society such a treasure trove of talent.

The 15 members of the Cork Potters Society who have contributed to this exhibition have been exhibited and celebrated both nationally and internationally. With each artist bringing their unique perspective and artistic vision to the table, visitors can expect a delightful variety of styles, ranging from traditional to contemporary, functional and decorative.

The Cork Potters Society exhibition at Gallery Asna Clonakilty will open its doors on June 3rd and run until July 1st. Admission is free, and visitors will have the opportunity to engage with the artists, gain insights into their creative processes on the opening reception on June 3rd from 5 pm – 7 pm.

Rory Gallagher Photographic Exhibition in Macroom Library

Macroom Library is delighted to welcome a photographic exhibition by internationally renowned music photographer, Govert de Roos, to the Library.

Running from 27th May to the 1st July, the exhibition features live shots of Rory Gallagher. Govert photographed Irish rock star Rory Gallagher at a live concert in The Hague on March 23rd, 1976, catching this extraordinary entertainer at his performing peak.  

Tracton Music & Arts Festival 29th June to 2nd July 2023

The 8th Tracton Music & Arts Festival will take place Thursday, 29th June - Sunday, 2nd July with an exciting line up of live gigs!

Details of many other events will be added shortly, including: art, comedy, film, food, biodiversity, wellness, Sunday market, outdoor experiences and plenty of family entertainment. 

See https://www.tracton.org/tracton-arts-festival.html for more details

Macroom Music Fest 23,24 and 25 June

Macroom Music Fest is a 3 day outdoor music festival run in the Square in Macroom town centre by the people of Macroom to celebrate the town being bypassed in December 2022. There will be a Music trail in all bars for the Friday. On the Saturday all 3 acts will be live in the Square with gates opening at 5:30 and on the Sunday, there will be a family day within the Castle Grounds in Macroom town centre.

Macroom town has a history of music festivals as it was the town in Ireland to organise an open air music festival in 1976 namely, The Mountain Due Festival, with major acts to include; Rory Gallagher, Van Morrison, The Chieftans and many more acts with upto 20,000 people attending from all over Europe. This continued until 1982 and is marked in History to be a major success. 40 years on a new festival has been launched namely, Macroom Music Fest which promises to be a major success attracting acts from all over Ireland and beyond.

https://www.macroommusicfest.ie/

Cork County Library News for June 2023

 

Mobile Library Service Mobile South, Mobile East, and Mobile North Schools will soon be out for the summer, but Cork County Council Library Service’s fleet of Mobile Libraries will still be on the road bringing books and more to towns, villages, nursing homes, and homes in rural communities all across Cork County. The four Mobile Libraries each serve an area of the county: North, South, East, and West, and they run on a fortnightly schedule. To find the nearest visiting spot to you, and the date of the next visit, you can use: Mobile Library Service Interactive Map Mobile Library Service Calendar You can also contact the Mobile Library in your area by phone or email, and these contact details can be found by visiting Mobile Library Service | Cork County (corkcoco.ie) The Mobile Library Service will be representing Cork County Council at Cork Summer Show on Saturday June 17th and Sunday June 18th, and at Skibbereen Show on Thursday July 20th so please pop over to visit if you’re there! West Cork Mobile Library National Food Waste Recycling Week 2023 (L-R): Louis Duffy (Director of Services - Environment, Climate Change, and Emergency Services at Cork County Council), Danny Collins - Mayor of the County of Cork, and Emer O'Brien - County Librarian Separating food waste is a positive climate action that we can all make. Now in its second year, National Food Waste Recycling Week will run from Monday June 5th to Sunday June 11th. This campaign, managed by MyWaste.ie will provide practical advice, with easy-to-follow hints and tips to encourage everyone to recycle more of their food waste. As part of the campaign, Cork County Council will host exhibitions and talks in a number of libraries around the county. To register your place at a talk, please click on the following link National Food Waste Recycling Week 2023 - Library Talks Please contact the library for more information.   Mallow Library Tuesday June 6th at 10am - Reduce your Food Waste with Aoife Munn Tuesday June 6th at 12pm - Composting Made Easy with Aoife Munn Exhibition - there will be an exhibition in Mallow Library from 10am - 2pm on Tuesday June 6th that will include food waste exhibition boxes, food caddies, and pops provided by SRWMO. Mallow Library | Cork County (corkcoco.ie)   Fermoy Library Tuesday June 6th at 2.30pm - Reduce your Food Waste with Aoife Munn Fermoy Library | Cork County (corkcoco.ie)   Cobh Library Wednesday June 7th at 12.30pm - Eat Sustainably with the Seasons and Zero Waste Food Tips with Cathy Fitzgibbon, The Culinary Celt. Attendees will receive a FREE food waste recycling starter pack! Exhibition - there will be an exhibition in Cobh Library from 10am - 2pm on Wednesday June 7th that will include food waste exhibition boxes, food caddies, and pops provided by SRWMO. Cobh Library | Cork County (corkcoco.ie)   Youghal Library Wednesday June 7th at 9.30am - Eat Sustainably with the Seasons and Zero Waste Food Tips with Cathy Fitzgibbon, The Culinary Celt. Youghal Library | Cork County (corkcoco.ie)   Bandon Library Thursday June 8th at 9.30am - Composting For All with Donal O'Leary from Waste Down. For more information please email eao@corkcoco.ie Exhibition - there will be an exhibition in Bandon Library from 10am - 2pm on Thursday June 8th that will include food waste exhibition boxes, food caddies, and pops provided by SRWMO. Bandon Library | Cork County (corkcoco.ie)   Skibbereen Library Thursday June 8th at 12.30pm - Composting For All with Donal O'Leary from Waste Down. Skibbereen Library | Cork County (corkcoco.ie)   To assist people in separating their food waste, a supply of food waste caddies, each with a starter pack of caddy-liners and an information leaflet will also be available to the public at all libraries and mobile libraries across the county throughout the week-long campaign subject to availability. So be sure to call in and collect yours! For more details on Food Waste Recycling Week activities in Cork County, visit Cork County Council (corkcoco.ie) For more information on the National Food Waste Recycling Week 2023 programme, visit www.mywaste.ie/national-food-waste-recycling-week/ Events at Your Local Library Leabharlann Bhaile Bhúirne Book Swap Saturday June 17th, 2pm - 3pm Finished with your books? Looking for new reading material? Come along to the Book Swap Event at Leabharlann Bhaile Bhúirne. You can bring up to five books and swap them for books you might like to read. Please only bring books that are in good condition. Leabharlann Bhaile Bhúirne | Cork County (corkcoco.ie) Pokémon Card Swap Day at Bandon Library Saturday June 24th, 12pm - 4pm Drop into Bandon Library for their Pokémon Card Swap Day. Call in and swap your spare cards and trade with other fans. All are welcome!   Bandon Library | Cork County (corkcoco.ie) Match Attax Card Swap at Bandon Library Saturday June 17th, 12pm - 4pm Drop into Bandon Library for their Match Attax Card Swap Day. Call in and swap your spare cards and trade with other fans. All are welcome! Bandon Library | Cork County (corkcoco.ie) Cobh Gramophone Society On Friday June 23rd from 11am - 1pm, the Cobh Gramophone Society will be visiting Cobh Library for a recital with special-guest presenter Eddie Hogan. Tea and coffee included. All are welcome! Cobh Library | Cork County (corkcoco.ie) CoAction Volunteer Clinic at Dunmanway Library CoAction will be running another volunteer clinic at Dunmanway Library on Tuesday June 27th at 11am. Please call if you are interested in giving some of your time to volunteering. Dunmanway Library | Cork County (corkcoco.ie) Pop-Up Volunteer Centre at Clonakilty Library Tuesday June 13th from 10am - 1pm with Cork Volunteer Centre. This is a great opportunity to: have a chat with their placement officer learn about volunteering in Cork learn about available volunteer roles in the area or apply for a role volunteer recruitment (for organisations) To reserve your spot - please email gosia@volunteercork.ie Clonakilty Library | Cork County (corkcoco.ie) Sunny Summer Stories at Clonakilty Library Friday June 23rd at 3.30pm. No booking required.   Clonakilty Library | Cork County (corkcoco.ie) Cobh Library Sessions Saturday 17th June at 3pm  Join Cobh Library as they welcome musicians Jimmy Crowley, Eve Telford, Brian Lalor and Joyce Higgins for an afternoon of music and poetry.  The event is free and is sure to be well attended so get there early!!  Cobh Library | Cork County (corkcoco.ie) Quiet Hour at Midleton Library Wednesdays at 9.30am - 10.30am Enjoy a dedicated quiet hour for children with Autism/Sensory needs at Midleton Library during the summer months. Midleton Library | Cork County (corkcoco.ie) Extraordinary Tales about Ordinary Women at Midleton Library Saturday June 24th at 3pm Due to great demand, Patricia Curtin will repeat her talk on Midleton Cumann na mBan. Booking is advised, please call 021-4613929 or email midleton.library@corkcoco.ie Midleton Library | Cork County (corkcoco.ie) Information Evening for Adults with an Autism Diagnosis at Midleton Library Tuesday June 27th at 6pm Have you received an autism diagnosis as an adult? Diarmuid Heffernan is an experienced counsellor and lecturer in autism studies in UCC. He will identify supports and practical coping mechanisms which can be used on a day-to-day basis. Booking is essential. Contact Midleton Library to book your place on 021-4613929 or email midleton.library@corkcoco.ie Midleton Library | Cork County (corkcoco.ie) Book Launch at Mallow Library Friday June 9th at 11am. Mallow Arts Collective is delighted to be supporting local, young author Ned Blyth for the launch of his first book Frederick and Winston.  In this charming children’s tale about courage, friendship and home, an owl and a mouse head off on a big adventure.   Mallow Library | Cork County (corkcoco.ie) Repair Café at Mallow Library The next Repair Café at Mallow Library will take place on Saturday June 10th from 10am - 12.30pm. Got broken household items that need repair? or just want advice? Come along to Mallow Library for help with your clothing/textiles electrical items bikes furniture general household goods Mallow Library | Cork County (corkcoco.ie) Dunmanway Library's All Welcome Book Club Dunmanway Library’s All Welcome Book Club was highlighted recently at West Cork’s first Sports Inclusion Showcase. They enjoy reading or sharing a story no matter what their literacy levels are. The month of May had a sports theme - “Legends: Stories from Ireland’s Sporting Greats” - and you can pick up a copy of this book by Patricia Scanlan in Dunmanway Library or have a chat with Diane if you’d like to find out more about joining this new book club. The next meeting of the All Welcome Book Club will take place on Wednesday June 7th at 11.30am. Dunmanway Library | Cork County (corkcoco.ie) Exhibitions Fotagraphy Exhibition at Cobh Library Fota Wildlife Park is celebrating its 40th birthday and to celebrate it is exhibiting winning entries from its recent photography competition for the month of June in the Exhibition Space in Cobh Library. The exhibition will also feature an immersive soundscape from the park. Call in and check it out! The official launch is on Friday June 2nd at 3pm. Cobh Library | Cork County (corkcoco.ie) We are... Cantonese Irish Photo Exhibition at Youghal Library On display in Youghal Library for the month of June, this exhibition shows the childhood photos of the Cantonese Irish in Ireland. Cantonese immigrants come from Cantonese-speaking regions of the world. They left their home countries for different reasons. Bringing their Cantonese language, heritage and more, these people settled down in beautiful Ireland. Their children may be born here. These children grow up in Ireland like all the other children here. They learn Irish in the school. Some of them play GAA or do Irish dance. They celebrate, participate and play. Youghal Library | Cork County (corkcoco.ie) Thursday Club Art Exhibition at Newmarket Library The Thursday Club will have an exhibition of their fantastic work on display in Newmarket Library from Tuesday June 6th to Thursday June 29th. With the use of acrylics, members created pieces based on the landscape, still-life, and animals. Please call in to have a look! Newmarket Library | Cork County (corkcoco.ie) Dunmanway Library Window Displays Throughout the year, Dunmanway Library will have a variety of arts, crafts, knitting and more on display in the library window. Just recently, a selection of Blanket Stitchings created by residents of Dunmanway Community Hospital was on display as part Arts for Health West Cork Partnership Programme. The next time you're passing by, be sure to stop for a little while and appreciate the wonderful creativity on show. Dunmanway Library | Cork County (corkcoco.ie) Diving Ireland Underwater Photography at Carrigaline Library There will be an amazing photography exhibition on display at Carrigaline Library for all of June. The photos were taken by Diving Ireland Underwater Photography, and all the sea-life featured can be found in Irish waters. Carrigaline Library | Cork County (corkcoco.ie) Reflections Within Exhibition at Midleton Library ‘Reflections Within’ is an incredible collection of paintings from Cobh-based artist Gloria O’ Doherty that will be on display at the Midleton Library until the end of June. Midleton Library | Cork County (corkcoco.ie) Rory Gallagher Exhibition at Macroom Library Ramon Muntjewerff presents the Rory Gallagher Exhibition, which is a fantastic collection of official signed photos of Rory and other music stars by famous Dutch photographer Govert de Roos. The exhibition will be on display in Macroom Library from Saturday May 27th until Saturday July 1st so please call in to have a look whenever you’re passing by. Macroom Library | Cork County (corkcoco.ie) LOTE Online For Kids LOTE Online For Kids is now available through Cork County Library eServices. LOTE Online For Kids allows children to enjoy the magic of books in World Languages from the comfort of home. Each book is provided with an English translation to help develop multilingual reading and listening skills. The LOTE (Language Other Than English) online database contains over 1750 digital picture books in 50 languages. There are also activities available to play online or download. LOTE Online For Kids is easy to access: Sign in at www.lote4kids.com/uk-cork-county-council  Type in your library card number and click on Submit Enjoy the magic of books in World Languages from the comfort of home! This initiative is supported by the Department of Rural & Community Development, the Dormant Accounts Fund and Cork County Council. Transparent Language Online Have you ever wanted to learn a new language but didn't know where to start? Transparent Language Online is the website for you! With a library membership, you have free access to Transparent language Online which will help you learn more than 100 languages online with a wide variety of activities that involve listening, reading, speaking (allowing you to compare your pronunciation to a native speaker) and writing. Transparent Language Online offers: Over 100 Languages Extensive English Collection Alphabet Lessons Speaking Practice Typing Activities Grammar Lessons KidSpeak Transparent Language Online can be accessed on your browser, or you can download the app to your digital device. For more information, please visit Transparent Language Online | Cork County (corkcoco.ie) Get to Know Newmarket Library While it may be small in size, there is nothing small about the variety available at Newmarket Library. Offering a wide selection of books, audiobooks and DVDs, as well as access to request items from the Cork County Library Catalogue, there is something for everyone. Located on the High Street of Newmarket Town and staffed by Peter, the Library is open on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from 9.30am – 5.30pm and Wednesdays from 9.30am – 1pm. Please note that Newmarket Library is closed on Fridays and Bank Holiday Weekend Saturday. To contact the library, call 029-61090 or email newmarket.library@corkcoco.ie Clubs and Events There is currently an Adults Book club at Newmarket Library, with another starting during the summer. If you are interested in joining, please contact the library directly. Various events are held during the year, including participation in the Bealtaine Festival, Summer Arts Programme, Culture Night and the Children's Book Festival. Craft Workshops and Story Time for children take place throughout the year - contact the library for details Upcoming Events Cruinniú na nÓg Storytime on Saturday June 10th We would love to have you join us in Newmarket Library for a morning of storytelling. There will also be simple craft activities. This is a free event; no booking is necessary.   Interesting Facts: Newmarket Library was once a private residence before it was transformed into the library that is there today. It first opened to the public on July 19th, 2013. Newmarket Library | Cork County (corkcoco.ie)