We are looking to see if anyone is interested in taking part in a free computer course. Would you be interested in learning how to carry out online banking, booking flights and hotels, paying your motor tax online or setting up an email or would you like to learn how to use Word and Excel […]
From Laois Libraries Facebook page
Abbeyleix Library is looking for people who would like to learn or improve at the game of Bridge. If you would like to join this new group and play Bridge in a warm & friendly atmosphere please call in or contact us at 0578730020/ abbeyleixlibrary@laoiscoco.ie
From Healthy Ireland Facebook page
Thinking about starting a new exercise to be more active but not sure where to begin? Check out the HSE Ireland Health & Wellbeing series of exercise videos ranging from yoga or pilates, to strength and conditioning exercises that you can try out at home. Go to bit.ly/3TByRCs.
Government Public Consultation on Digital Services
Minister McGrath and Minister of State Smyth are inviting members of the public to share their views and help shape the future direction for digital public services. The Ministers are keen to drive up participation levels and to get the views of as wide a range of people as possible. The QR code below will […]
Age Friendly Ireland Newsletter 18/11/2022
Click on the below link for the latest Age Friendly newsletter https://agefriendlyireland.ie/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Age-Friendly-Ireland-Newsletter_18.11.2022.pdf
Could you be a befriender
Laois Volunteer Centre are holding an information event in conjunction with Alone next Thursday, 24th November in Portlaoise Parish Centre at 7pm. Anybody interested in volunteering as a befriender to an elderly person should come along to find out about the free training provided by Alone and support from Laois VC.
Excell Medical event
Please join ExWell Medical this Friday November 18th at 5pm for the weekly Zoom, Aodhaghan will be discussing the science of balance. As usual, please share this with anyone you feel might benefit from or enjoy hearing about ExWell. https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85746150581?pwd=czIrRmFXaWZSYkVOeXVWRzB2NzduZz09
Lock up Light up
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Lock Up Light Up is An Garda Síochána’s anti-burglary awareness campaign which encourages homeowners to protect their homes over the winter months, when burglaries traditionally tend to rise. Data from the Garda Analysis Service shows that one-third of all burglaries are through the front doors – with most burglars using their own body to gain […]
Portlaoise Library Event
During the tumultous upheavals of the 1913 to 1923 period, just reporting the news could be a dangerous business! A series of radical political changes – the 1913 Lockout, WW1, the 1916 Rising, the War of Independence, the birth of the Irish Free State and the Civil War – presented acute challenges for newspapers, with […]
Volunteers Sought for Sing for Joy Choir
Sing for Joy Choir , in Portlaoise are looking for Volunteers. Volunteers required to help people with special needs/mobility issues access our weekly choir event ‘Sing for Joy Choir’ every Wednesday from 10.45am to 12.15pm. If you are interested in the role, please see the link below: https://www.i-vol.ie/volunteer-opportunity/?ID=a004G00000nFpct&fbclid=IwAR2U4ckb3pquFjl1f0uy500rSUP8o5kTIVZC8jwfmi6X5jzSFuoZsdHbyIM