Spink Knitting Group The knitting group in Spink resume activities on Thursday next, November 3rd from 10.30am in Headens Lounge. New members are most welcome so if you enjoy knitting and a chat in a comfortable and cosy setting please come along and join us.
Exhibition Launch! Stradbally Libary!!
See attached poster for this informative event
Laois community alert group urge vigilance and tips for winter criminals
To view post, click link: https://www.leinsterexpress.ie/news/local-news/954667/laois-community-alert-group-urge-vigilance-and-tips-for-winter-criminals.html
Volunteers wanted..
NCBI -Portarlington Pre Loved Boutique is looking for Volunteers. A fantastic opportunity to be part of the circular fashion drive. Preloved is the new NEW. Be part of a dynamic team in Portarlington. You can help choose and present the fantastic gems to be found in our fab donations. Roles available for everyone – Treasure […]
Laois Library Events
One County, One Book is an initiative that encourages people in Laois to read and discuss the same book together in their communities, libraries, workplaces and schools. The book chosen for this month is Small Things Like These by Claire Keegan, which has just recently been shortlisted for the prestigious Booker Prize. The library service […]
From Creative Ireland
Coming to Stradbally Library is an arts appreciation programme co-produced by Laois Arts and IMMA – Irish Museum of Modern Art and delivered by artist Susan Delany over 5 weeks from Wed 9 November. Supported by CreativeIrl in partnership with Laois County Council Contact Stradbally Library to book your place.
County Laois Joint Policing Committee – Annual Public Meeting
A public meeting of Laois County Joint Policing Committee will be held in the Council Chambers, Laois County Council, JFL Avenue, Portlaoise on: Monday, 21st November 2022 at 3.30pm The function of a Joint Policing Committee is to serve as a forum for consultations, discussions and recommendations on matters affecting the policing of the local […]
Seniors Alert Scheme ( from Citizens Advice)
The Seniors Alert Scheme provides funding for a free personal monitored alarm for people aged 65 and older and of limited means. The scheme is intended to support older people to live securely and independently in their homes. The Seniors Alert Scheme is administered by Pobal, a not-for-profit company that manages programmes on behalf of […]
Community Trekking Leader Training Workshop
From Laois Partnership The community trekking leader training workship is aimed at people who take a leadership role in a walking group. Participants will receive tips and kills to lead small groups on daylight treks of 2-3hours on coillte trails and Failte Ireland loops of easy to moderate levels of difficulty. Key Content: > Waymarked […]
From Clonaslee Community Centre Facebook page
Support available for rural elderly people living in Clonaslee Village and surrounding area. Are you, or someone you know, interested in availing of a free Parish Worker service? The Parish Worker is a free service and offers household support (light housework duties) a couple of mornings/afternoons per week and a social outlet for the elderly. […]