Omagh Forum for Rural Associations

30/08/2026

Giant hogweed is a Widely Spread Species in N.I. 🌱
You can help of this invasive plant by sending in your records 👉https://www2.habitas.org.uk/records/ISI ✋🛑
Giant hogweed ID guide👉 https://invasivespeciesni.co.uk/.../NIEA-ID-Guide

30/08/2026

🏠 Encirc Homeless Support Fund
Fermanagh Trust is pleased to partner with Encirc to launch the new Encirc Homeless Support Fund, providing grants to organisations across County Fermanagh supporting people experiencing, or at risk of, homelessness.
The fund will support practical, community-based initiatives including:
• Debt and welfare advice
• Essential needs and crisis support
• Community and social inclusion programmes
• Practical assistance for vulnerable individuals and families
This initiative reflects Encirc's commitment to creating positive social impact and will help strengthen the work of local organisations supporting some of the most vulnerable people in our community.
📅 Closing date for applications: 12 noon, Friday 11 September 2026.
For eligibility criteria and application details, visit https://www.fermanaghtrust.org/.../encirc-homeless.../ or email [email protected]

30/08/2026

Rural communities: your voice matters. 📢
How prepared is your community for major emergencies?
Rural Community Network (RCN) is seeking views from people involved in rural communities across Northern Ireland. This work is funded by the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA).
Share your experiences, tell them what works well locally, and identify the support communities need to become even more resilient. Why should you take part?
- Takes just 15 minutes
- Opportunity to enter a draw for a £100 One4all gift card
- Open to community groups in rural areas and those supporting rural communities
Take part today: https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/t/RCNCivilContingencies/

29/08/2026

European Heritage Open Days 2026
Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 September

This free weekend encourages everyone to explore extraordinary places and stories, including experiences that are not normally accessible to the public. From unique spaces and historic buildings to behind the scenes tours and stories rarely told,
European Heritage Open Days offers a special opportunity to explore and appreciate our shared heritage.

For further information
including details of the free programme visit https://www.communities-ni.gov.uk/topics/european
heritage-open-days

29/08/2026

'Exploration of Our Cultural Roots Through Music' Programme –
Songs From Home
Choir - Want to be part of a new singing group in Omagh or Enniskillen?
Now is your chance to take part in an incredible six-week journey as part of our Songs From Home
project. Together, we will explore our cultural roots through the power of music and community
singing. No auditions or music-reading skills are required, just bring your enthusiasm!
This special six-week course will visit various groups and choirs across the Fermanagh & Omagh
district. Together, we will learn and celebrate the beautiful local songs, stories and history of our
area. No previous experience is required.
Songs From Home - Are you interested in music, song and storytelling? Do you enjoy exploring
local history? Then this could be for you!
This special six-week course is coming to various groups and choirs across the Fermanagh &
Omagh district. Together, we will learn and celebrate the beautiful local songs, rich stories and
history of our area. No previous experience is required.
Songs From Home for the Travelling Community - As part of ‘Songs From Home’, we are
delighted to explore the songs, stories and rich traditional culture of the Irish Travelling
Community. For centuries, the songs and stories of the Irish Travelling Community have been an
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important part of our shared folk heritage. This September, you are invited to help preserve,
celebrate and keep this living tradition thriving. Join renowned local balladeer and folk musician
Tom Sweeney at Omagh Community House for four weeks of stories, songs and music. Bring your
voice, no singing experience is necessary.
This course provides a dedicated space to explore the rich cultural roots, rare ballads and
profound oral histories that define the Traveller Community. Whether you want to listen, share your
own family stories or learn more about this important cultural heritage, your voice belongs here.

The Grand Finale
All groups will come together on Saturday 10 October for an incredible, one-off ‘Songs & Stories
Trail of Fermanagh & Omagh’ at the iconic Ulster American Folk Park. Participants will also have
the opportunity to work with some incredible special guests along the way.

For further information, including all event dates and sign up details, visit
https://www.fermanaghomagh.com/services/community/the-peaceplus-programme/events
and-workshops/

29/08/2026

Volunteering opportunity with Dementia NI Omagh group.

Omagh Dementia Group next term - from Sept to Dec is Music. any volunteers who would like to visit the group to share their musical talents. This can me musical instruments', talks about local musicians, etc. We are open to all things music.
based in the Firestation alternative Wed mornings. Their groups are small - max 8 members.
Send them a message if interested.

28/08/2026

💜HOOP Family Groups are Back! 💜
We're excited to welcome all our families back this September for another term of fun, play and learning together! 🧡
📍 Wednesday 2nd September
Beragh
📌 Beragh Swifts, Fountain Lane
📍 Thursday 3rd September
Dromore
📌 Dromore Parish Hall
Join us for lots of exciting activities, including:
🎨 Painting
🌈 Rainbow Rice Play
💧 Orbeez Water Play
🟣 Playdough
🤸 Soft Play
👶 Baby Area
📚 Songs & Stories
✅ Please make sure you are registered before attending.
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28/08/2026

The Creative Wellbeing Café is back this September!
We’ll be returning to seven rural libraries across September, October and November with a new creative activity to explore each month.
The Creative Wellbeing Café is a relaxed space to take some time out, try something creative and enjoy connecting with others.
No creative experience is needed, all materials are provided and every session is completely free to attend.
📍 Tandragee
📍 Fintona
📍 Coalisland
📍 Keady
📍 Maghera
📍 Lisnaskea
📍 Fivemiletown
Booking is advisable. Contact your local library branch to book your place.

28/08/2026

27/08/2026

Want a free Defibrillator?
Local community groups can now apply for a free defibrillator through the British Heart Foundation
Northern Ireland.
Successful applicants will receive:
• A defibrillator and cabinet
• Installation costs covered (where needed)
• Free replacement parts for up to 10 years
If you're involved in a sports club, community centre, church group, social club or local
organisation, you are encouraged to apply.
Every minute counts during a cardiac arrest. This simple piece of equipment could save
someone's life.


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Find out more and apply here: www.bhf.org.uk/how-you-can-help/how-to-save-a
life/defibrillators/apply-for-a-free-defibrillator-for-your-community