Kinvara Community Alert

Kinvara Community Alert The Community Alert programme is a community-based crime prevention, care and safety programme for rural communities.

The Kinvara Community Alert Group was formed in 2008 with a committee of 3 local people and apprx 3 area representatives supporting a population of approx 1,100 people in a geographical area of a two mile radius of Kinvara Garda District. To date the group is still active looking after a larger population of approx 1,800 people following the years of increased construction. The Community Alert Gro

up is a local voluntary organisation which is set up in the village of Kinvara and is broadly representative of this area. The group meets at least four times a year and also holds an Annual General Meeting at which officers are elected. The main purpose for which this Community Alert group is established are:
• to provide a framework through which all individuals in the village of Kinvara can work
• to be alert to individuals or vehicles acting in a suspicious manner and to report these activities to the Gardai;
• to encourage neighbourliness and civic responsibility in all sectors of the community
• to represent the views of their community on issues of community safety to the Gardai, the Health Board, Local Authority etc. Membership of this Community Alert Group is open to all the residents of the Kinvara area. The Community Alert Group conducts all its business in a balanced and impartial way. In particular it operates in a non-political and interdenominational way and acts in the best interests of all the residents of the local community, particularly the more vulnerable members. One of the priorities of the Group is to get a TEXT ALERT SERVICE up and running in the Kinvara area as quickly as possible. This service is in other areas and nearby parishes and has proven to be of great benefit. For further details please contact Kinvara Community Alert Group at [email protected] or on Facebook at Kinvara Community Alert
Achievements to date include
• Installation of social monitored alarms
• Information meetings in relation to security within the home and the community.
• Fund raising

20/04/2026

Hi Everyone,

It’s hard to believe, but the Fleadh na gCuach is now just two weeks away!

We’re really looking forward to welcoming the community back for another fantastic weekend of traditional music, workshops, and family-friendly events. This year’s programme is packed with something for all ages, and we’re excited to see the village come alive once again.

As always, the festival relies on the generosity and support of volunteers to help everything run smoothly. If you can spare even an hour or two over the weekend, it would make a huge difference. Whether it’s helping with set-up, stewarding events, or simply being an extra pair of hands, every bit of help is genuinely appreciated.

If you’re interested in getting involved, please send us an email at [email protected] or a text message to 087 670 0448, and we’ll be in touch.

Thanks so much in advance for your support—we couldn’t do it without you.

Hup!!!

Best wishes,

The Cuckoo Committee

05/04/2026

KB TreeGang:
Fancy a few hours volunteering in our young woodlands? We are always looking for
people to join us in planting and caring for our trees. Meitheal mornings are usually at the weekends, but
some weekdays also. No experience needed and tea and goodies provided. It’s a lovely way to meet up and
spend time with nature. Contact Finola 0872279071, or follow us on FB/insta kbtreegang.com

05/04/2026

Reminder April 6th Deadline - After School Enrolment.
Kinvara Community Children’s Centre – September 2026 Enrolment Update
ECCE Enrolment: We are delighted to share that Kinvara Community Children’s Centre will have a
limited number of ECCE (9:00am–12:00pm) Year 1 places available for September 2026.
If you would like your child to be considered for one of these places, please get in touch with us at
[email protected] — we would love to hear from you.
After school Enrolment Reminder - Enrolment for our afterschool programme will open on March 28th
and remain open until April 6th.
Following this period, spaces will be allocated and offers will be sent via email.
Junior Room Demand - Due to very high demand, our junior rooms currently have waiting lists in excess
of two years. While early application is strongly advised, please note that a place cannot be guaranteed.
A sincere thank you to our wonderful community

03/03/2026

Kinvara Community Alert:

There will be a Community Policing & Safety meeting in the Kinvara Community Centre Hall at 8pm Weds 4th March.
Members of An Garda Síochána will present updates on community partnership collaboration.
All are welcome.

https://www.facebook.com/KinvaraCommunityAlert/

The Community Alert programme is a community-based crime prevention, care and safety programme for rural communities.

23/02/2026

Seniors Alert Scheme
Over 65's Free personal alarm and pendant with one year's free monitoring. - Kinvara Community Alert
Please email [email protected] for more details.
The objective of the Seniors Alert Scheme (SAS) is to encourage community support for vulnerable older people in our communities through the provision of personal monitored alarms to enable older persons, of limited means, to continue to live securely in their homes with confidence, independence and peace of mind.
Funding is available under the scheme towards the purchase of equipment via Kinvara Community Alert i.e. personal alarm and pendant with one year's free monitoring. The subsequent associated monitoring and service charges must be paid by the participant. The equipment will be funded by Pobal and made available through the Kinvara Community Alert voluntary and not-for-profit organisation registered with Pobal under the SAS.
Please email [email protected] for more details.

08/12/2025

Kinvara ICA Guild meets every Tuesday evening from 7.30 - 9.30pm in the Meeting Room in Kinvara Community Centre.
New members always welcome. We share skills, enjoy learning crafts, have guest speakers and always have time for a cuppa, cake and chat. So drop in any Tuesday and meet us.
Maureen Heffernan, President, Sylvia Hilley, Secretary, Marian Connolly, Treasurer

08/12/2025

The Work of the field Monument Advisor in Co. Clare:
13th December Kinvara Communitycentre at 8pm.
Archaeologist Elaine Lynch will share an engaging overview of her past six years working with the archaeology and heritage of the Burren.
She will highlight key projects from preservation efforts with the Burrenbeo Trust to her involvement in the Argi-Climate Rural
Environment Scheme (ACRES), offering fresh insight into the remarkable range of archaeological remains found in the Burren today.

https://www.facebook.com/FMAProgramme/

The FMA Programme for Co. Clare is aimed at bringing awareness of archaeology to the local and farming community and provide as much information to landowners on the archaeological monuments on their land and advice on the best way to protect the sites.

✨Kinvara is getting its sparkle on! ✨✨Pop down for the village’s Starry Night Shopping on Tuesday, 9th December from 6–8...
08/12/2025

✨Kinvara is getting its sparkle on! ✨

✨Pop down for the village’s Starry Night Shopping on Tuesday, 9th December from 6–8pm.✨

🎄Inviting you to wander the glowing streets, pick up gifts, enjoy a drink, a bite to eat and support local this Christmas 🎄

🎁 Be in with a chance to win a jam-packed Christmas hamper filled with gifts and vouchers from Kinvara’s shops, cafés, pubs, supermarkets, restaurants and businesses 🎁

✨It’s a warm, twinkly reminder that the heart of Christmas shopping still beats strongest close to home✨

🎄Shop Local - Shop Kinvara 🎄




Kinvara Community Council,
Glebe Road,
Kinvara, Co. Galway H91 WC64
Phone: 083 152 8560
www.kinvara.ie

21/11/2025

Dear community,

The Kinvara ICA Guild are holding their Cake and Craft sale tomorrow Saturday 22nd November in Kinvara Community Centre from 2-6 CT pm.

Home baking, teas and cakes, raffle including 1st Prize of Maureen Heffernan’s famous Christmas Cake! Preloved books, toys and bric a brac.

Please support.
Many thanks,

Kinvara ICA

21/07/2025

Dear community,

Councillor Paul Killilea will hold an information evening regarding the Community Transport Study for Kinvara this Wednesday 23rd July at 7.30 – 8.30pm in the Kinvara Community Centre.

Kind regards,

Eilish



Kinvara Community Council,

Glebe Road,

Kinvara, Co. Galway H91 WC64

Phone: 083 152 8560

www.kinvara.ie

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