Mayo PPN are proud to offer this programme of FREE trainings to PPN member groups in 2025. You may attend as many of these courses as you would like.
Please ensure you are available to attend the training(s) you have selected. Courses will fill up fast so booking early is advisable.
Follow the link to register: https://forms.office.com/e/3TUcVZWyKc
With so many amazing activities happening for #MayoDay this Saturday, 3rd May, Swinford Indoor Market is thrilled to be taking part!
Swinford Cultural Centre, 10:30am – 3pm
They’ll be showcasing a wide range of products proudly designed and made right here in Mayo.
They’d love for you to pop in, browse their local creations, and support the talented makers from our community. There’s something for everyone — they can’t wait to see you there!
Join the Islandeady Walks Group for their first walk of May this Monday the 5th of May.
Meet at St. Columbas National School F28 RR68, @ 7pm, for theCogaula School – Kilmaclasser Cemetery walk.
A great way to get out and catch up with friends and neighbours.
The group hopes to see you there.
Chair Yoga that is taking place in Castlebar Library next Tuesday the 6th of May as part Mayo County Library’s Bealtaine Celebrations.
Chair Yoga in Castlebar Library with Dan Keegan.
Date: Tuesday 6th of May
Location: Castlebar Library, John Moore Rd, Castlebar. F23 H330
Aimed at: over 55’s
Time: 3pm to 4pm
Please wear comfortable clothing
Book Via: Orlagh Heverin Castlebar Library
Tel: 094 9064010 or e-mail: [email protected]
Cormac McCarthy who is a former chair of Ennis TidyTowns and a current SuperValu TidyTowns adjudicator has submitted a presentation with useful information and tips on how to complete a TidyTowns application form.
Link to presentation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1SQmsNzFGX4
The closing Date for this years SuperValu TidyTowns competition is Monday 12th May 2025.
The closing date for the Special awards is Monday 9th June 2025.
Join the Islandeady Walking Group for their Darkness Into Light event on Saturday the 10th of May.
The group will meet at the Islandeady Community Centre at 4am.
Ballintubber Abbey are looking forward to welcoming John G O’Dwyer to launch his latest book “Great Irish Pilgrim Journeys” on Monday 12th May at 7:30pm
They hope you can join them.
For more information, ring 094 9030934 or email [email protected]
SHE are heading west this month to present a series of in-person workshops in collaboration with Mayo County Council 👋👋
They will be in Ballina on the 13th of May from 10:30 – 12pm – come along!
Ballina Municipal District Council Chamber
Arran Place F26 E5D7 Ballina
Event is free but you must register in advance: Empowering Women in Ballina: Introduction to Local Government Seminar
HeritACT Ballina Co-Design Workshop – Part 2
HeritACT would like to invite you to the last opportunity to actively shape the heritage interventions that will be installed across Ballina in late 2025. Your input will ensure each design resonates with our community’s needs and aspirations.
Workshop Details
Date: Saturday, 17th May 2025
Time: 12:00 – 16:00 (free lunch & refreshments provided)
Venue: Ballina Library, Pearse Street, F26 R299
This is an opportunity to collaborate directly with their solution partners from Ireland, Italy, Spain, and Greece, all of whom will be attending in person. They’re ready to share their expertise and answer your questions about the innovative interventions proposed for Ballina.
Please reserve your free ticket at the link below
Additionally, they invite you to complete this short Questionnaire which aims to gather insights to inspire a projection mapping installation. Your responses will help shape animated visuals and narratives reflecting the towns history, culture and identity. https://docs.google.com/…/1PXGLNGIxtlRMgLxDA…/preview…
🌈✨ CALLING ALL CREATORS! ✂🎨
Mayo Pride organisers are looking for helping hands to make flags, banners, and fabulous props for this year’s Mayo Pride! Whether you’re crafty, handy with a sewing machine or just up for some pre-Pride fun – they’d love to have you involved 🏳🌈💪
Got a sewing machine they could borrow for the weekend? Even better! 😄🙌
If you’re interested, drop a comment below or slide into their DMs and they’ll be in touch with the details. Come for the crafts, stay for the craic! 🌈 Let’s get creative together and bring Mayo Pride to life! 🌟 https://www.facebook.com/MayoPride
As part of the Mayo County Library System’s Castlebar Library Bealtaine Celebrations, try your hand at knitting, crochet and embroidery.
Meet the Irish Countrywomen’s Association (ICA) Castlebar Branch who will be in Castlebar Library, Tuesday the 20th of May from 2pm to 4pm. The ladies from the ICA will share their skills with you. All levels of experience are welcome to attend. They’d love to see you.
Stay and have a cuppa and a chat and learn some new skills or dust off the skills you already have, or share your skills in knitting, crochet and embroidery.
Date: Tuesday the 20th of May
Location: Castlebar Library, John Moore Rd, Castlebar. F23 H330
Aimed at: over 55’s
Time: 2pm to 4pm (drop in session)
Queries Via: Orlagh Heverin Castlebar Library
Tel: 094 9064010 or e-mail: [email protected]
Free Event. Materials provided. No prior experience required. All welcome.
Age & Opportunity’s Bealtaine Festival is Ireland’s national celebration of the arts and creativity as we age.
Cong Moytura Heritage Society Spring Talk Series
There will be a lecture by Tim Clesham, on “Pre-Christian Era Cong Moytura, how people got here and how they lived.”
Thursday, 22 May at 8pm in the Crossroads Community Centre, Cong, F31 Y97.
This is a Free talk and refreshments will be served afterwards.
BirdWatch Mayo invites you to their next outing, Sunday 25th May in Foxford.
The group will meet in the car park by the Admiral Brown Promenade, which is immediately past Foxford Woollen Mills, at 10:45am.
This outing will commence with a gentle stroll down to the bend in the river Moy where sand martins excavate their nest holes. They should be repairing their nests and laying their eggs or incubating them. Other Hirundinidae may be feeding over the river and swifts will have returned to their nest holes in the town buildings.
On return they’ll ascertain the preferences of the group. For those wishing more exercise there are a number of loop walks radiating from the car park or after a short drive on the road to Pontoon, explore the Drummin Wood trail. Alternatively, there’s lunch and a chat!
As always, we welcome everyone and membership of BirdWatch Ireland is not necessary. Children must be accompanied. Please wear appropriate clothing for the forecast weather. If there is a MetEirean weather warning the event will be cancelled.
Mayo Pride Festival 2025 The countdown is on to June Bank Holiday Weekend!!
Mark your calendars and save the date for the most colorful, vibrant, and inclusive celebration in Westport Co. Mayo! Mayo Pride Festival kicks off from May 30th to June 3rd, 2025. 
Whether you’re looking to experience the adrenaline of outdoor adventures or immerse yourself in the electrifying energy of queer cabaret and club nights, we’ve got something for everyone.
Stay tuned for more details on events, performers, and how you can get involved. Let’s make this year’s festival louder, prouder, and more unforgettable than ever!
More info at: https://www.facebook.com/MayoPride and Mayo Pride 2025
On Saturday, the 9th of August 2025, the Abbeytown/Abbeyview Resident’s Association, in Crossmolina (F26 X293) are hosting their Annual Family Fun Day, with BBQ, Sports, Bouncy Castles, Face Painting, Arts & Crafts, Bee Keeper, Ballycroy National Park, Kiltimagh Pet Farm and more in the estate.
This an ideal way for families in the community to come together, to mingle and have some well-deserved fun. Fun starts at 1:00pm – finishes at 5:00pm…. FREE Entry, though Donations Are Welcome on the day and FREE Parking.. CHILDREN MUST BE SUPERVISED AT ALL TIMES. With all this in mind, bring all the family for a GREAT day of entertainment, fun, food and craic.
The Cat and Dog Protection Association of Ireland (CDPA) is introducing a Low Cost Spay and Neuter Scheme to help families who may be struggling financially to spay / neuter their cats.
Depending on location, the cost will be between €30 – €45 for a male cat and between €45– €60 for a female cat. You can find more information here: (https://www.cdpa.ie/low-cost-spay-and-neuter/)
The Cat and Dog Protection Association of Ireland (CDPA) is a registered, volunteer run animal charity and you can find out more about their work here: https://www.cdpa.ie/
Mayo Stoma Support Group
Venue: The Ellison Hotel Castlebar
Time 7pm-9pm
Date 12-June-2025
Refreshments Provided
SMS / WhatsApp 0862444376 to book your place for numbers only
