Carlow Public Participation Network - PPN

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Heritage Week Event Schedule 2026
✨ Heritage Week 2026 is here!

Take the opportunity to explore the people, places, and traditions that have shaped County Carlow. With a wide range of events taking place across the county, it's the perfect chance to learn something new, connect with your community, and celebrate our shared heritage. 📚🌿

Find all the details here: https://www.carlowppn.ie/event-listings/

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130 events are set to take place across our two counties

14/08/2026

Carlow Communities Awarded Funding Through IPB LEAF Fund!
🌿 Carlow County Council is pleased to announce the successful projects awarded funding under the IPB Local Environmental Action Fund (LEAF) 2026. The fund supports community-led initiatives that promote climate action, biodiversity, and environmental sustainability across County Carlow. 🌍
💚 Funded through IPB Insurance's centenary celebrations, the initiative attracted strong interest from communities throughout the county and will support a range of local environmental projects.
According to Carlow PPN Coordinator, Trish Duffe, "We are delighted for the groups receiving funding through the LEAF 2026 programme. This support will help communities become more sustainable, enhance local biodiversity, and take meaningful action to protect and improve their environment. We look forward to seeing the positive impact these projects will have across County Carlow."
Access all the awardees information here on our website (scroll down the page to access): https://www.carlowppn.ie/funding/

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Check out all the updates on our Funding page: https://www.carlowppn.ie/funding/
Have a great weekend! 🙌

Explore current funding opportunities for Carlow community groups, including disability, safety, heritage, rural development, LGBTIQ+, climate and community grant schemes.

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The Carlow Heritage Potato Project will conclude with a special event at Library on Friday, 21 August at 2pm.

Supported by Carlow County Council and the Carlow County Council Commemorations Committee, the project has explored Ireland's potato-growing heritage through the cultivation of both heritage and modern varieties. Attendees will have an opportunity to see the potatoes being dug, compare the results, and enjoy samples of traditional and modern potato dishes, courtesy of Bia Blasta.

The Drummin Bog Project, St. Mullins Committee would greatly appreciate support in celebrating the final phase of this unique project!

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Nature and Folklore All Ages Table Quiz 🌿

Venue: An Gairdín Beo
Date: Thursday, August 20th
Time:10.30am- 12pm
Booking: [email protected]

No team? No worries, we’ll find you a spot!

Carlow Public Participation Network - PPN County Carlow Environmental Network - CEN All About Carlow

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Celebrating Heritage Week 2026 with Drummin Bog Project, St. Mullins >>>>

Explore Carlow PPN event listings, including community events, networking opportunities, workshops and surveys across County Carlow. Stay informed and get involved.

11/08/2026

🚨 National Strategy for Improving Community Safety 🚨

The Department of Justice is inviting written submissions on the Draft National Strategy for Improving Community Safety. 🏘️🤝

📅 Closing date for feedback: 5:00pm on 11 September 2026
📝 Have your say and help shape safer communities for everyone.
🔗 Access the survey here: https://www.gov.ie/en/department-of-justice-home-affairs-and-migration/collections/national-strategy-for-the-improving-of-community-safety/
Link in Story!

📢 Please share with your networks and community groups.