19 June 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie The Mayor of the County of Cork, Cllr. Frank O’Flynn has launched the Harper’s Island Wetlands Activity Books, a special publication series written and designed by renowned local author and educator Jim Wilson. The books are based around Harper’s Island Wetlands Nature Reserve and its wildlife. Owned and... Read More
19 June 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie National Heritage Week 2024 will take place this year from 17th-25th August and will celebrate the theme of Connections, Routes and Networks. During National Heritage Week 2024 taking place from 17th – 25th August, we are encouraging you to explore the physical, cultural and natural connections in your... Read More
18 June 2024 By Mary Bermimgham mary@TheCork.ie Cork Printmakers are delighted to present Movable Type, an exhibition of new artworks in letterpress at Cork Public Museum which opens on 20 June at 5pm. The exhibition features artworks in letterpress by 24 artists from Cork Printmakers and MTU Crawford College of Art and Design. The exhibition... Read More
18 June 2024 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie The annual non-political 1798 “Battle of the Big Cross” commemoration will take place as usual on this Wednesday evening, 19th June at Asna Square, Clonakilty, West Cork at 8pm. Organised by Dúchas Clonakilty Heritage Commemorations Sub Committee, the event will see the new Clonakilty Mayor Eileen Sheppard, lay... Read More
13 June 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Students from Gaelscoil Charraig Ui Leighin, Glanmire Community College, and Regina Mundi College Ballinlough, were among the inspirational prize winners at the annual An Taisce Green Schools Water Awards. Gaelscoil Charraig Ui Leighin were the Regional Water School Of The Year winners, Glanmire Community College carried off the... Read More
5 June 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie This World Ocean Day, Nano Nagle Place invites you to plunge into a series of ocean-themed events designed to celebrate Cork’s Maritime Heritage and highlight the importance of the ocean that surrounds our Island. As part of the annual Cork Harbour Festival, Nano Nagle Place will host a variety of activities that... Read More
31 May 2024 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Students from Munster Technological University (MTU) were recognised for their outstanding timber projects at the 2nd annual Cygnum Awards. The awards took place last Friday at MTU’s Architecture Factory in Bishoptown, Co. Cork, and saw students from MTU’s Architecture, Civil Engineering and Construction Departments rack up fantastic prizes.... Read More
25 May 2024 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Cork County Council is delighted to announce the launch of a new book on the history of Bantry Library to coincide with the building’s 50th anniversary. Bantry Library first opened to the public in 1974 and is of considerable historical significance from a town and architectural perspective. ‘Bantry... Read More
18 May 2024 By Tony Forde tony@TheCork.ie Nano Nagle Place is celebrating International Museum Day 2024 by welcoming the Cork community to explore its award-winning museum for free. Visitors are invited to discover the inspiring history of Nano Nagle and her enduring legacy at Nano Nagle Place. In addition, Madrigal ’75, a diverse vocal ensemble founded by university students... Read More
11 May 2024 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Discover the Path to a Future-Ready Workforce with ACE at UCC Event In today’s rapidly evolving landscape, the need for a future-ready workforce has never been more critical. To equip HR and L&D professionals with the tools, insights, and strategies necessary for success, ACE at UCC is delighted... Read More
1 May 2024 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Startup Sprint takes place at Republic of Work in Cork City on May 18th Start-ups and early-stage entrepreneurs are invited to apply for an immersive one-day event designed to ignite the entrepreneurial spirit in all those with innovative ideas. The NDRC ‘Startup Sprint’ takes place in Republic of... Read More
27 April 2024 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Cork GAA recently announced a new, dynamic partnership with Under Armour, a global leader in performance sports apparel. This collaboration marks a significant milestone for Cork GAA, bringing innovative technology and elite performance wear to our athletes. Under the terms of this partnership, Under Armour is now the... Read More