Bridge Street Community Cafe

05/06/2026

Thanks to all the volunteers who attended the Rainbow Ready training yesterday and who continue to help to keep the cafe a diverse and inclusive space for everyone.

Training Gay Project offers a range of training programmes for a variety of workplaces and community groups on LGBTI+ awareness and inclusion and are available year round to facilitate trainings. Below is a list of our trainings alongside who they are designed for. Click the arrow for more detailed....

05/06/2026

If you are looking for something to do this weekend, we have a great selection of activities for you!

Tonight!
🎲 Board Games 5-7pm
✍️ Songs, Stories and Poems 7:30-9:30pm

Saturday:
🐲 Dungeons & Dragons 6pm-9pm (check availability before attending as places may be limited)

Sunday:
♟️Chess Club 1pm-3pm

Everyone is welcome! Come along, meet new people, and enjoy a great weekend at Bridge Street Community Café! 🌸

03/06/2026

This evening!

Come and say hi! 🌸

02/06/2026

🌟 What's on at the café this week! 🌟

We've got a great lineup of events, workshops, and community activities throughout the week. Whether you're looking to meet new people, learn something new, or just enjoy a coffee and a chat, there's something for everyone.

01/06/2026

On tomorrow 🗣
Practicing English in a relaxed and supportive group using picture books, conversation, and games. Everyone Welcome.

01/06/2026

On tomorrow💐
A peer support group offering connection, understanding, and a sense of community for people with lived experience of hearing voices.

01/06/2026

On tomorrow ☕️
A welcoming space for men to chat, make friends and enjoy time together over coffee.

01/06/2026

🌈 Community Event 🌈

We're proud to support this wonderful community initiative taking place this Pride Month!

"🌈 🎉🚐
We are delighted to announce the first of our Rainbow Roadshow: Pride Month Pop Up Events!

We've been busy planning outdoor LGBTI+ summer gatherings in June with chats, snacks, refreshments, drag performances, information on LGBTI+ supports, and more!

The first two events are on Saturday 6th June. Check out the details below:
✨ Bantry
🕟 11am-1pm
📍Wolfe Tone Square

✨ Castletownbere
🕟 3pm-5pm
📍Main Street

We are planning similar events throughout County Cork in June, so stay tuned to see if your town is one of our next stops! 🌈



[Image Description: This poster contains a colourful gradient background. The title reads "Rainbow Roadshow June Pride Month Pop Ups" under which are the date, time and location of both events on June 6th. A rainbow map of Cork appears, with two location indicators reflecting the event sites. A white van features, with an explanation of further pop ups to be confirmed. Underneath are the Gay Project and funding/support partners logos.] "

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28/05/2026

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27/05/2026

THIS EVENING!

“Calling all crafters! 🧶✨

Why not spend your evening tonight at Cozy Craft Club?

Bring along your current project and join a friendly bunch for a relaxing evening of crafting, good chat, tea, and cake ☕🍰

Whether you knit, crochet, sew, sketch, or simply fancy some creative company — everyone’s welcome! 💛”