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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260525
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SUMMARY:The Watermen\, and Exhibition in Carrick-on-Suir Library
DESCRIPTION:Ireland may be known for legendary men such as Tom Crean and Ernest Shackleton\, however Carrick-on-Suir has renowned legends of its own. \n\n\nThe Mighty Power Brothers\, snap-fished the River Suir from the ages of 14 along with their father\, one of the founding members of ‘River Rescue’. \n\n\n\n\nCurated by Noreen Duggan and Matt O’Neill\, who gathered audio stories\, photographs and memorabilia from the Power brothers and the highly skilled cot maker Jim Scully\, to create this wonderful display of local history\, now proudly displayed in Carrick-on-Suir library. \nCall in to the library to view this exhibition during library opening hours \nTo find out more call 052 616 6041 or email carricklibrary@tipperarycoco.ie
URL:https://www.tipperarylibraries.ie/event/the-watermen-and-exhibition-in-carrick-on-suir-library/2026-05-25/
LOCATION:Carrick-On-Suir Library\, E32 X860
CATEGORIES:Carrick-on-Suir Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carrick-On-Suir Library":MAILTO:carricklibrary@tipperarycoco.ie
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260525T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260606T160000
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SUMMARY:STAC Friday Art Class Group Exhibition at Clonmel Library
DESCRIPTION:South Tipperary Art Centre are delighted to showcase the work of the Friday Art Class Group (FAC) in this vibrant exhibition on display from 25th May – 6th June. \n\nFeaturing a variety of creative pieces\, this exhibition celebrates the talent and imagination of local artists. \n✨ Join us for the Opening Night\n📅 Wednesday 27th May\n🕕 6pm \n@STAC
URL:https://www.tipperarylibraries.ie/event/stac-friday-art-class-group-exhibition-at-clonmel-library/
LOCATION:Clonmel Library\, E91 YW66
CATEGORIES:Clonmel Events,Events,Exhibitions
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260526
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260614
DTSTAMP:20260610T095901
CREATED:20260514T104418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T104418Z
UID:92267-1779753600-1781395199@www.tipperarylibraries.ie
SUMMARY:The Watermen\, and Exhibition in Carrick-on-Suir Library
DESCRIPTION:Ireland may be known for legendary men such as Tom Crean and Ernest Shackleton\, however Carrick-on-Suir has renowned legends of its own. \n\n\nThe Mighty Power Brothers\, snap-fished the River Suir from the ages of 14 along with their father\, one of the founding members of ‘River Rescue’. \n\n\n\n\nCurated by Noreen Duggan and Matt O’Neill\, who gathered audio stories\, photographs and memorabilia from the Power brothers and the highly skilled cot maker Jim Scully\, to create this wonderful display of local history\, now proudly displayed in Carrick-on-Suir library. \nCall in to the library to view this exhibition during library opening hours \nTo find out more call 052 616 6041 or email carricklibrary@tipperarycoco.ie
URL:https://www.tipperarylibraries.ie/event/the-watermen-and-exhibition-in-carrick-on-suir-library/2026-05-26/
LOCATION:Carrick-On-Suir Library\, E32 X860
CATEGORIES:Carrick-on-Suir Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://www.tipperarylibraries.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/The-Watermen-.pdf
ORGANIZER;CN="Carrick-On-Suir Library":MAILTO:carricklibrary@tipperarycoco.ie
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260527
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260615
DTSTAMP:20260610T095901
CREATED:20260514T104418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T104418Z
UID:92268-1779840000-1781481599@www.tipperarylibraries.ie
SUMMARY:The Watermen\, and Exhibition in Carrick-on-Suir Library
DESCRIPTION:Ireland may be known for legendary men such as Tom Crean and Ernest Shackleton\, however Carrick-on-Suir has renowned legends of its own. \n\n\nThe Mighty Power Brothers\, snap-fished the River Suir from the ages of 14 along with their father\, one of the founding members of ‘River Rescue’. \n\n\n\n\nCurated by Noreen Duggan and Matt O’Neill\, who gathered audio stories\, photographs and memorabilia from the Power brothers and the highly skilled cot maker Jim Scully\, to create this wonderful display of local history\, now proudly displayed in Carrick-on-Suir library. \nCall in to the library to view this exhibition during library opening hours \nTo find out more call 052 616 6041 or email carricklibrary@tipperarycoco.ie
URL:https://www.tipperarylibraries.ie/event/the-watermen-and-exhibition-in-carrick-on-suir-library/2026-05-27/
LOCATION:Carrick-On-Suir Library\, E32 X860
CATEGORIES:Carrick-on-Suir Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carrick-On-Suir Library":MAILTO:carricklibrary@tipperarycoco.ie
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260528
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260616
DTSTAMP:20260610T095901
CREATED:20260514T104418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T104418Z
UID:92269-1779926400-1781567999@www.tipperarylibraries.ie
SUMMARY:The Watermen\, and Exhibition in Carrick-on-Suir Library
DESCRIPTION:Ireland may be known for legendary men such as Tom Crean and Ernest Shackleton\, however Carrick-on-Suir has renowned legends of its own. \n\n\nThe Mighty Power Brothers\, snap-fished the River Suir from the ages of 14 along with their father\, one of the founding members of ‘River Rescue’. \n\n\n\n\nCurated by Noreen Duggan and Matt O’Neill\, who gathered audio stories\, photographs and memorabilia from the Power brothers and the highly skilled cot maker Jim Scully\, to create this wonderful display of local history\, now proudly displayed in Carrick-on-Suir library. \nCall in to the library to view this exhibition during library opening hours \nTo find out more call 052 616 6041 or email carricklibrary@tipperarycoco.ie
URL:https://www.tipperarylibraries.ie/event/the-watermen-and-exhibition-in-carrick-on-suir-library/2026-05-28/
LOCATION:Carrick-On-Suir Library\, E32 X860
CATEGORIES:Carrick-on-Suir Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carrick-On-Suir Library":MAILTO:carricklibrary@tipperarycoco.ie
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260529
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260617
DTSTAMP:20260610T095901
CREATED:20260514T104418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T104418Z
UID:92270-1780012800-1781654399@www.tipperarylibraries.ie
SUMMARY:The Watermen\, and Exhibition in Carrick-on-Suir Library
DESCRIPTION:Ireland may be known for legendary men such as Tom Crean and Ernest Shackleton\, however Carrick-on-Suir has renowned legends of its own. \n\n\nThe Mighty Power Brothers\, snap-fished the River Suir from the ages of 14 along with their father\, one of the founding members of ‘River Rescue’. \n\n\n\n\nCurated by Noreen Duggan and Matt O’Neill\, who gathered audio stories\, photographs and memorabilia from the Power brothers and the highly skilled cot maker Jim Scully\, to create this wonderful display of local history\, now proudly displayed in Carrick-on-Suir library. \nCall in to the library to view this exhibition during library opening hours \nTo find out more call 052 616 6041 or email carricklibrary@tipperarycoco.ie
URL:https://www.tipperarylibraries.ie/event/the-watermen-and-exhibition-in-carrick-on-suir-library/2026-05-29/
LOCATION:Carrick-On-Suir Library\, E32 X860
CATEGORIES:Carrick-on-Suir Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carrick-On-Suir Library":MAILTO:carricklibrary@tipperarycoco.ie
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260529T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260603T230000
DTSTAMP:20260610T095901
CREATED:20240111T123634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T123634Z
UID:83105-1780050600-1780527600@www.tipperarylibraries.ie
SUMMARY:Preschool and Toddler Story-time in Tipperary Town Library
DESCRIPTION:Tipperary Town Library’s Preschool story-time every Wednesday at 12:30 and Toddler Story-time every Friday at 10:30. For further information please call 052 616 6125.
URL:https://www.tipperarylibraries.ie/event/preschool-and-toddler-story-time-in-tipperary-town-library/2026-05-29/
LOCATION:Tipperary Town\, E34 KP60
CATEGORIES:Events,Tipperary Town Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tipperary Town":MAILTO:tipperarylibrary@tipperarycoco.ie
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260530
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260618
DTSTAMP:20260610T095901
CREATED:20260514T104418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T104418Z
UID:92271-1780099200-1781740799@www.tipperarylibraries.ie
SUMMARY:The Watermen\, and Exhibition in Carrick-on-Suir Library
DESCRIPTION:Ireland may be known for legendary men such as Tom Crean and Ernest Shackleton\, however Carrick-on-Suir has renowned legends of its own. \n\n\nThe Mighty Power Brothers\, snap-fished the River Suir from the ages of 14 along with their father\, one of the founding members of ‘River Rescue’. \n\n\n\n\nCurated by Noreen Duggan and Matt O’Neill\, who gathered audio stories\, photographs and memorabilia from the Power brothers and the highly skilled cot maker Jim Scully\, to create this wonderful display of local history\, now proudly displayed in Carrick-on-Suir library. \nCall in to the library to view this exhibition during library opening hours \nTo find out more call 052 616 6041 or email carricklibrary@tipperarycoco.ie
URL:https://www.tipperarylibraries.ie/event/the-watermen-and-exhibition-in-carrick-on-suir-library/2026-05-30/
LOCATION:Carrick-On-Suir Library\, E32 X860
CATEGORIES:Carrick-on-Suir Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://www.tipperarylibraries.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/The-Watermen-.pdf
ORGANIZER;CN="Carrick-On-Suir Library":MAILTO:carricklibrary@tipperarycoco.ie
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260531
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260619
DTSTAMP:20260610T095901
CREATED:20260514T104418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T104418Z
UID:92272-1780185600-1781827199@www.tipperarylibraries.ie
SUMMARY:The Watermen\, and Exhibition in Carrick-on-Suir Library
DESCRIPTION:Ireland may be known for legendary men such as Tom Crean and Ernest Shackleton\, however Carrick-on-Suir has renowned legends of its own. \n\n\nThe Mighty Power Brothers\, snap-fished the River Suir from the ages of 14 along with their father\, one of the founding members of ‘River Rescue’. \n\n\n\n\nCurated by Noreen Duggan and Matt O’Neill\, who gathered audio stories\, photographs and memorabilia from the Power brothers and the highly skilled cot maker Jim Scully\, to create this wonderful display of local history\, now proudly displayed in Carrick-on-Suir library. \nCall in to the library to view this exhibition during library opening hours \nTo find out more call 052 616 6041 or email carricklibrary@tipperarycoco.ie
URL:https://www.tipperarylibraries.ie/event/the-watermen-and-exhibition-in-carrick-on-suir-library/2026-05-31/
LOCATION:Carrick-On-Suir Library\, E32 X860
CATEGORIES:Carrick-on-Suir Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carrick-On-Suir Library":MAILTO:carricklibrary@tipperarycoco.ie
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260601
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260620
DTSTAMP:20260610T095901
CREATED:20260514T104418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T104418Z
UID:92273-1780272000-1781913599@www.tipperarylibraries.ie
SUMMARY:The Watermen\, and Exhibition in Carrick-on-Suir Library
DESCRIPTION:Ireland may be known for legendary men such as Tom Crean and Ernest Shackleton\, however Carrick-on-Suir has renowned legends of its own. \n\n\nThe Mighty Power Brothers\, snap-fished the River Suir from the ages of 14 along with their father\, one of the founding members of ‘River Rescue’. \n\n\n\n\nCurated by Noreen Duggan and Matt O’Neill\, who gathered audio stories\, photographs and memorabilia from the Power brothers and the highly skilled cot maker Jim Scully\, to create this wonderful display of local history\, now proudly displayed in Carrick-on-Suir library. \nCall in to the library to view this exhibition during library opening hours \nTo find out more call 052 616 6041 or email carricklibrary@tipperarycoco.ie
URL:https://www.tipperarylibraries.ie/event/the-watermen-and-exhibition-in-carrick-on-suir-library/2026-06-01/
LOCATION:Carrick-On-Suir Library\, E32 X860
CATEGORIES:Carrick-on-Suir Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://www.tipperarylibraries.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/The-Watermen-.pdf
ORGANIZER;CN="Carrick-On-Suir Library":MAILTO:carricklibrary@tipperarycoco.ie
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260602
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260621
DTSTAMP:20260610T095901
CREATED:20260514T104418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T104418Z
UID:92274-1780358400-1781999999@www.tipperarylibraries.ie
SUMMARY:The Watermen\, and Exhibition in Carrick-on-Suir Library
DESCRIPTION:Ireland may be known for legendary men such as Tom Crean and Ernest Shackleton\, however Carrick-on-Suir has renowned legends of its own. \n\n\nThe Mighty Power Brothers\, snap-fished the River Suir from the ages of 14 along with their father\, one of the founding members of ‘River Rescue’. \n\n\n\n\nCurated by Noreen Duggan and Matt O’Neill\, who gathered audio stories\, photographs and memorabilia from the Power brothers and the highly skilled cot maker Jim Scully\, to create this wonderful display of local history\, now proudly displayed in Carrick-on-Suir library. \nCall in to the library to view this exhibition during library opening hours \nTo find out more call 052 616 6041 or email carricklibrary@tipperarycoco.ie
URL:https://www.tipperarylibraries.ie/event/the-watermen-and-exhibition-in-carrick-on-suir-library/2026-06-02/
LOCATION:Carrick-On-Suir Library\, E32 X860
CATEGORIES:Carrick-on-Suir Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://www.tipperarylibraries.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/The-Watermen-.pdf
ORGANIZER;CN="Carrick-On-Suir Library":MAILTO:carricklibrary@tipperarycoco.ie
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260603
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260622
DTSTAMP:20260610T095901
CREATED:20260514T104418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T104418Z
UID:92275-1780444800-1782086399@www.tipperarylibraries.ie
SUMMARY:The Watermen\, and Exhibition in Carrick-on-Suir Library
DESCRIPTION:Ireland may be known for legendary men such as Tom Crean and Ernest Shackleton\, however Carrick-on-Suir has renowned legends of its own. \n\n\nThe Mighty Power Brothers\, snap-fished the River Suir from the ages of 14 along with their father\, one of the founding members of ‘River Rescue’. \n\n\n\n\nCurated by Noreen Duggan and Matt O’Neill\, who gathered audio stories\, photographs and memorabilia from the Power brothers and the highly skilled cot maker Jim Scully\, to create this wonderful display of local history\, now proudly displayed in Carrick-on-Suir library. \nCall in to the library to view this exhibition during library opening hours \nTo find out more call 052 616 6041 or email carricklibrary@tipperarycoco.ie
URL:https://www.tipperarylibraries.ie/event/the-watermen-and-exhibition-in-carrick-on-suir-library/2026-06-03/
LOCATION:Carrick-On-Suir Library\, E32 X860
CATEGORIES:Carrick-on-Suir Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://www.tipperarylibraries.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/The-Watermen-.pdf
ORGANIZER;CN="Carrick-On-Suir Library":MAILTO:carricklibrary@tipperarycoco.ie
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260603T003000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260603T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T095901
CREATED:20240111T123634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T123634Z
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SUMMARY:Preschool and Toddler Story-time in Tipperary Town Library
DESCRIPTION:Tipperary Town Library’s Preschool story-time every Wednesday at 12:30 and Toddler Story-time every Friday at 10:30. For further information please call 052 616 6125.
URL:https://www.tipperarylibraries.ie/event/preschool-and-toddler-story-time-in-tipperary-town-library/2026-06-03/
LOCATION:Tipperary Town\, E34 KP60
CATEGORIES:Events,Tipperary Town Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tipperary Town":MAILTO:tipperarylibrary@tipperarycoco.ie
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260603T033000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260603T163000
DTSTAMP:20260610T095901
CREATED:20260415T141955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T141955Z
UID:91777-1780457400-1780504200@www.tipperarylibraries.ie
SUMMARY:Free Play Lego
DESCRIPTION:Free Play Lego in Roscrea Library on the first Wednesday of every month. \nFrom 3.30pm to 4.30pm. \nNo booking necessary. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
URL:https://www.tipperarylibraries.ie/event/free-play-lego-10/2026-06-03/
CATEGORIES:LEGO,Roscrea Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://www.tipperarylibraries.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/FREE-PLAY-LEGO-EVERY-MONTH.pdf
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260603T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260603T120000
DTSTAMP:20260610T095901
CREATED:20241105T105050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T084509Z
UID:84654-1780480800-1780488000@www.tipperarylibraries.ie
SUMMARY:Cashel Craft Circle
DESCRIPTION:Join the Cashel Craft Circle every Wednesday from 10am-12pm for their social gathering. \nBring along your own project to work\, share ideas\, patterns and enjoy a chat and cuppa with others. \nNo need to book just come along. \n Cashel library 062-63825
URL:https://www.tipperarylibraries.ie/event/cashel-craft-circle/2026-06-03/
LOCATION:Cashel Library\, E25 K798
CATEGORIES:Age Friendly,Cashel Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cashel Library":MAILTO:cashellibrary@tipperarycoco.ie
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260603T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260603T160000
DTSTAMP:20260610T095901
CREATED:20260102T123828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T172618Z
UID:89733-1780498800-1780502400@www.tipperarylibraries.ie
SUMMARY:“Fáilte Isteach” Conversational Groups Nenagh Library
DESCRIPTION:Starting January 21st\, 2026\n“Fáilte Isteach” Conversational Groups will be held in Nenagh Library!\n\n\n\nFor booking & info\, contact:\n👤 Inna Varytska\nNew Arrivals Project Worker\, North Tipperary Development Company (SICAP)\n📞 Nenagh Office: 067 56676\n📱 Mobile: +353 (087) 253 2190\n     Email: IVarytska@ntdc.ie\n🌐 Website: http://www.ntdc.ie\n\n\n The group will meet every Wednesday\, except the second Wednesday of each month.\nWhat is Fáilte Isteach?\nIt’s a wonderful community project where predominantly older volunteers welcome migrants through conversational English classes—building language skills\, friendships\, and community connections.\n\nFáilte Isteach (which translates from Irish as “Welcome In”) is a brilliant community-based project that brings people together through the power of conversation. \nFounded in 2006 by Third Age\, a national voluntary organization\, the program was designed to help migrants integrate into Irish society by providing free\, informal conversational English classes. \n\n💡 How It Works\nUnlike a formal school setting\, Fáilte Isteach is all about “student-centered” learning in a relaxed environment (often over a cup of tea!). \n\n\nThe Tutors: Classes are primarily led by older volunteers. This creates a beautiful intergenerational and intercultural exchange\, where volunteers share their life experience and local knowledge while students share their own cultures. \n\n\nThe Focus: The goal isn’t necessarily perfect grammar; it’s confidence. Conversations focus on “real-life” scenarios\, such as: \n\n\nVisiting a GP or pharmacy. \n\n\nTalking to teachers at the school gate. \n\n\nJob interviews and CV preparation. \n\n\nUnderstanding local slang and traditions. \n\n\n\n\nThe Setting: Small groups or “cafe-style” setups where everyone feels safe to make mistakes and practice at their own pace. \n\n\n🌍 Why It Matters\nFor many newcomers—including refugees\, international protection applicants\, and migrant workers—language is the biggest barrier to “surviving and thriving.” Fáilte Isteach helps break down that barrier by: \n\n\nReducing Isolation: Providing a weekly social outlet for people who might otherwise feel lonely. \n\n\nBuilding Community: Helping locals and newcomers get to know each other as neighbors\, not just strangers. \n\n\nEmpowerment: Giving people the practical tools to navigate Irish systems (health\, education\, transport) independently. \n\n\n📍 How to Get Involved\nWith over 170 groups across all 26 counties in Ireland\, there is likely a group near you. \n\n\nAs a Learner: Classes are free and open to all levels. You don’t usually need to register far in advance—just find your local group and show up. \n\n\nAs a Volunteer: You don’t need a teaching qualification to help! If you are a fluent English speaker\, patient\, and enjoy a good chat\, you’re qualified. Training and conversation manuals are provided by the national team. \n\n\n\n\nhttps://www.thirdageireland.ie/failte-isteachhttps://www.facebook.com/thirdagefailteisteach\n#FáilteIsteach#NenaghLibrary#TipperaryLibraries#CommunitySupport#LearnEnglish#LanguageLearning#InclusiveCommunities#LibrariesIreland#nenagh#RightToRead
URL:https://www.tipperarylibraries.ie/event/failte-isteach-conversational-groups-nenagh-library/2026-06-03/
LOCATION:Nenagh Library\, E45 AK50
CATEGORIES:Events,Nenagh Events
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