Tackling Invasive Species at Silaire Woods and Woodstock
Kilkenny County Council have commissioned 2 plans to tackle invasive species at Silaire Wood (Graiguenamanagh) and Woodstock Estate (Inistioge). Invas Biosecurity and Flynn Furney will map the problem species (Himalayan balsam at Silaire Wood; Cherry laurel at Woodstock), and propose long term management and control measures. Co-operation with other agencies such as Waterways Ireland, Coillte and neighbouring local authorities will be the key to success. The plans are funded by the National Parks and Wildlife Service (Dept. Housing, Local Government & Heritage), National Biodiversity Action Plan Fund 2021.
Silaire Woods / Cherry Laurel
Kilkenny County Council news
Teatime in Woodstock, September Sounds, Looped Walks, Protect our Heritage, Abbey Quarter Conservation Plan, Pardon the Weeds-We’re feeding the Bees – these are just some of the stories covered in the latest edition of the Kilkenny County Council newsletter. Hard copies will be distributed to Kilkenny households over the coming weeks. You can also download a copy https://multimedia.kilkennycoco.ie/2021/newsletters/mobile/index.html
Archiving Oral History online workshop
Oral History Network Ireland will host a ½ day online workshop titled Archiving Oral History on Friday 19th November from 2-5pm and will cover the processes and considerations needed to ensure that oral history collections are preserved for future generations. Throughout the interactive workshop, participants will work through an archiving checklist for their own oral histories. Cost €25 members, €35 non-members. Further details/registration at https://oralhistorynetworkireland.ie/archiving-oral-history-online
Creating a Sustainable Wardrobe
The 3rd virtual talk in this October reuse month, organised by Kilkenny County Council Environment section, in partnership with Elaine Butler, will take place on 19th October @8pm. Sustainability has come a long way from hair shirts and worn out hand-me-downs. It’s possible now to look good while doing good. You can even save some money as you do it. Booking at https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/creating-a-sustainable-wardrobe-tickets-175612570927?
Heritage Council new Customer Action Plan
The Heritage Council is currently drafting a new Customer Action Plan and would love to get feedback on the current draft of the plan from volunteers and community groups around the county who engage with the Heritage Council. Further details available at https://www.heritagecouncil.ie/news/news-features/customer-service-consultation Closing date for completed surveys is Friday 22nd October 2021.
St. Patrick’s Festival x TikTok €100,000 Creative Fund
St. Patrick’s Festival have announced the St. Patrick’s Festival x TikTok Creative Fund of €100,000 which is open to eligible non-profit community and voluntary organisations, charities and social enterprises who use artistic and cultural interventions as a tool to connect, enhance and inspire their communities. 10 x €10,000 awards are available to develop and deliver a creative, artistic or cultural project in your community. Closing date for applications: 6pm Sunday 24th October. Application criteria/ process available at https://stpatricksfestival.ie/spf-tiktok-creativefund/submission
Blackstairs Nature Biodiversity Day 2021
Blackstairs Nature Biodiversity Day will take place on Saturday 16th October from 9.30am-5pm in Huntington Castle, Clonegal and will celebrate the rich biodiversity of the Blackstairs Mountain Uplands. The format will include conversations between a small group of experts and a facilitator, with interactive audience participation throughout, ending with an open forum. Further information/registration details at Blackstairs Nature
