From fast fashion workshops to cooking classes and toy swaps – Dublin Climate Action Week to offer top sustainability tips
It can be difficult to know where to start when it comes to being climate-conscious at home.
However, the week's bill of events aims to 'showcase the ongoing efforts, ambitions and the collaborative approach' of the four local Dublin authorities, according to fellow co-ordinators Dublin City Council, energy agency Codema and Dublin Climate Action Regional Office.
Cool Food School cooking class, Castleknock
Children's cookbook author and food educator, Deirdre Doyle, from the multi-award-winning The Cool Food School, will host an interactive zero-waste kids cooking class.
The children will use a carrot from top to tail and make two delicious recipes at the Castleknock Community Centre on May 13 from 3.30 to 4.30pm and May 14 from 4.30 to 5.30pm.
The workshop is for children aged seven to 12 who must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is not required.
Change Clothes mending workshop, Kevin Street Library, Dublin city
The non-profit Change Clothes, who work to prevent textile waste, is hosting an event to give your worn or damaged clothes a new life.
Bring items with you to learn some new creative repair techniques, such as visible mending, Sashiko-style stitching, and patchwork. The workshop is on May 15 from 1pm to 2.30pm at Kevin Street library. Booking required at dublinclimatechange.codema.ie
The Toy Library Swap & Play, Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown
The newly opened Ballyogan library is hosting a fun and eco-friendly Toy Swap & Play event facilitated by The Toy Library.
Children and families will be able to swap pre-loved toys, engage in play, and learn about reuse. The event will feature a swap and play zone, a teddy bear hospital for checkups and cuddles, prescriptions and some temporary tattoos.
ADVERTISEMENT
The swap event will be hosted at Ballyogan library from 1pm to 2.15pm and 2.45pm to 4pm. Booking is required at eventbrite.ie
Pedal Power Festival, Crumlin
Pedal Power Festival is set to celebrate the benefits of cycling at Sundrive Velodrome, Eamonn Ceannt Park, Crumlin from 12 noon to 4pm on Sunday, May 11.
With workshops such as bike maintenance classes, children's activities, BWX demonstration, food trucks and more there's something for all the family.
The Pedal Power parade themed bees and flowers will be held at 11am before the festival along a 7km route. There will be four pick up points of the parade at Bangor Circle, Mount Argus Park, Harold's Cross Park and Parnell Road (Fire station) ending at Eamonn Ceannt Park. No booking is required.
Clean Coasts beach walk and talk, Portmarnock beach, Fingal
Clean Coasts who support local community groups across Ireland to engage in beach clean-ups, marine litter surveys and more, are hosting a workshop on Portmarnock beach from 2pm to 4pm on Saturday, May 17.
Clean Coasts advises participants to dress for the weather and wear appropriate clothing such as sturdy shoes and a waterproof coat. Booking is required at eventbrite.co.uk
Birdsong film screening, Malahide library
Malahide library is hosting a screening of director Kathleen Harris' movie Birdsong (2024).
The movie follows Irish ornithologist Sean Ronayne as he ventures to capture the sound of every Irish bird, 200 species in total.
The screening will take place from 6.30pm to 7pm on Monday, May 12. Booking is required through Malahide library at 018704430.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
RTÉ News
10 hours ago
- RTÉ News
Shonda Rhimes says it is 'cute' that Bridgerton has been called 'woke'
US TV producer Shonda Rhimes has responded to her Netflix show Bridgerton being called "woke" and said she does not read opinions online. Rhimes, 55, executive-produced the Regency-style show, created the long running series Grey's Anatomy, and is chief executive of global media company Shondaland. Critics of Bridgerton, including Telegraph columnist Andrew Roberts, have called the series "woke" for its use of actors from diverse ethnic backgrounds. Speaking at the Edinburgh TV Festival, where she received the event's inaugural fellowship, Rhimes said: "I didn't know anyone described it (the show) as woke. That's so cute. "I learned a really long time ago that I don't read things that are written about the shows. "The reason is… because if you decide to believe the good things that are written about you, you also are obligated to believe the bad things that are written about you. "So I've decided that none of that matters. It's really important to stay out of that, how people react and take in the show is none of my business." Bridgerton is set during Regency-era England and the series includes actors from different ethnic backgrounds. Asked whether she was trying to "shake up" the British period drama with her casting, she said that was not the case, but added: "I'm never going to write a show that doesn't include me. "I just, I find it less interesting when I don't see my own face." Rhimes said when she first read the books, from Julia Quinn, she saw Bridgerton as a "workplace drama" and added that its success has seen it become a "lifestyle brand". She added: "I had a lot of disdain for romance novels… but I read this book, and it was so good that I got out of bed sick, went to the bookstore, bought the rest of the books and came back and read them. "I remember saying to my producing partner, Betsy Beers, 'I've found this thing that's a show', and she thought I had lost my mind. "But I didn't see it as a romance novel. To me, Bridgerton is a workplace drama. The women have no power in any other areas of their lives. "The only place they have power is in who they marry and how they marry, and that marriage is a workplace, and those are colleagues coming together to make sure that their faiths and futures are sealed in a way that is positive for them. "Now I know that's not how you think of it, but that's how I thought of it. "I thought, there's something really amazing in showing this world of women, where, you look at history, and there's all these other stories told. Nobody's talking about this period of time for women." Bridgerton series four will follow the love story between Benedict Bridgerton, played by Luke Thompson, and Sophie Baek, played by Yerin Ha. It will be released on Netflix in 2026.
Irish Independent
20 hours ago
- Irish Independent
Today's top TV and streaming picks: The Twisted Tale Of Amanda Knox, Families Like Ours and Tamara Drewe
George Clarke's Kitchen vs Garden Channel 4, 8pm The architect and garden designer Luke Millard head to Bristol, where a couple must decide to blow most of their budget on George's ideas for a swanky kitchen or Luke's Japanese-style garden. Noel Edmonds' Kiwi Adventure Virgin Media One, 9pm After turning his back on a long and successful broadcasting career, Edmonds headed to New Zealand to start a new life with his wife Liz. Across three episodes, they discuss their experiences and efforts to start a new hospitality business. Families Like Ours TG4, 10.30pm We're at the sci-fi drama's midway point, and Fanny is all set to leave for Romania. While she and Laura struggle with the move, Nikolaj and Henrik must deal with the repercussions of their decision and Danilo searches for his missing son. The Graceless Age – The Ballad of John Murry RTÉ One, 10.35pm Feature-length documentary about the American singer-songwriter who, after releasing his acclaimed debut solo album, suffered a personal crisis that resulted in him relocating to Co Longford, where he has found an inner peace. Tamara Drewe BBC Two, 11pm Posy Simmonds's comic strip is brought brilliantly to life by director Stephen Frears. Gemma Arterton takes the title role, that of a journalist whose return to the sleepy village where she grew up shakes up the locals. Roger Allam, Dominic Cooper and Tamsin Greig co-star. The Twisted Tale Of Amanda Knox Disney+, streaming now What's more twisted: the obsession with Amanda Knox or how few recall Raffaele Sollecito (Knox's then-boyfriend, also wrongfully convicted) or Rudy Guede (the person ultimately convicted for Meredith Kercher's death)? This limited series draws from Knox's 16-year fight for freedom. The Gambler and His Cowboys Netflix, streaming now If anyone is looking for yet more American 'football' viewing, complete with burly men on the brink and cheerleaders flipping out, here's the definitive story of The Dallas Cowboys and Jerry Jones's impact on NFL history. Devo Netflix, streaming now Through rare footage, this documentary maps Devo's transformation – from avant-garde provocateurs in Ohio's underground scene to chart-topping innovators of the new wave era. In case you're wondering, Devo preceded Talking Heads by two years. Just saying. The Hunt For Shannon Matthews Prime Video, streaming now In 2008, nine-year-old Shannon Matthews disappeared on her way home from school in West Yorkshire, sparking a nationwide search. What began as a heartbreaking mystery soon took a disturbing turn. This two-parter revisits the case. Fit for TV: The Reality of The Biggest Loser Netflix, streaming now Remember the 'transformation' shows of the Noughties? At one end of the scale, you had What Not To Wear and 10 Years Younger. At the other end, there was Extreme Makeover and The Swan. While most of the aforementioned predominantly featured women changing themselves for societal approval, The Biggest Loser was different. The global franchise, which ran from 2004 until (would you believe it) 2016, equally targeted men. Now, this docu-series looks at the making of the hit reality competition, exploring the good, the bad, and the exceptionally complicated. Featuring interviews with former contestants, trainers, producers and health professionals, the three-parter examines the show's approach to transformation, the support systems in place, and the unique challenges of filming a reality television show predominantly hinged on people with obesity issues losing weight in record time in the name of entertainment. Limitless: Live Better Now Disney+, streaming now Chris Hemsworth takes on three epic challenges to explore science-backed ways to improve our health. It proves that, when you're a famous actor fronting a documentary, your resources are 'limitless', as Thor becomes a drummer at a stadium gig, climbs a frozen 600-foot wall, and embraces brutal Special Forces pain training in South Korea. Speaking of which... The Echoes of Survivors: Inside Korea's Tragedies Netflix, streaming now South Korea is known for its cultural exports like K-pop and drama, but its story runs far deeper. Like Ireland, it bears the scars of oppression – a legacy that has fuelled renowned artistic expression. This powerful documentary series revisits traumatic events that profoundly shaped the nation. Night Always Comes Netflix, streaming now Movie time now. And it's a light little number (I jest) featuring Vanessa Kirby, Julia Fox and Eli Roth. Adapted from Willy Vlautin's bestselling novel, it follows Lynette, a woman who risks everything to secure a house for her family in a city they can no longer afford to live in.
The Irish Sun
a day ago
- The Irish Sun
Brian Blessed blasts ‘ignorant pigs' who put trigger warnings on Shakespeare plays
Hamlet audiences have been warned of 'coercive behaviour' and 'grief, suicide and mental illness' ACTOR Brian Blessed has howled down trigger warnings on Shakespeare plays — and he didn't bother with poetic Bard-style language by dismissing them as 'b***s'. The thunderous-voiced thespian labelled theatre bosses 'ignorant pigs'. The Sun told of Hamlet audiences being warned of 'coercive behaviour' and 'grief, suicide and mental illness' at London's National Theatre. There have also been warnings about Macbeth and Romeo and Juliet. Advertisement Flash Gordon star Brian, 88, has appeared in Henry V, Macbeth and Much Ado About Nothing. He told a sci-fi convention: 'It's bs. It's f***ing Shakespeare. read more on shakespeare BARD BEHAVIOUR Shakespeare impersonator quits after being accused of making racist remarks 'He is the greatest writer on the planet. 'People see his plays the length and breadth of this country and they are full of amazing things. Advertisement 'There are so many ignorant pigs around.' To hammer his point home, Blessed then quoted a famous line from The Tempest adding: 'Prospero said 'We are such stuff as dreams are made on and our little life is rounded with a sleep'.' It means our short lives are fleeting like dreams and therefore not real - just like the action people see in plays on a stage. Blessed made a name for himself after appearing in movies Flash Gordon, Star Wars: The Phantom Menace and Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves as well as on TV shows Z-Cars, Blackadder and I, Claudius. Advertisement Terry and June to get woke warning - 80s comedy show
