Upcoming Events
Gardening for Biodiversity Training - Monaghan
MID are again teaming up with Flynn Furney Environmental Consultants to deliver training that aims to empower and equip individuals and local community groups with practical learning on how to conserve and protect the biodiversity in their local area and in their garden.
Wednesday evenings 6:30pm-9:00pm
16th, 23rd & 30th September
Class outing Saturday 26th September (start time to be confirmed)
Booking essential. For more information visit this link or contact LEADER@midl.ie.
Closing date for applications: 5pm Mon September 7th 2026
Introducing Solid Food to your Baby
Parenting Monaghan is offering a FREE class to parents and carers who are preparing to wean their babies onto solid food. The class will be led by public health nurses and a senior primary care dietitian. Everyone is welcome to come along and bring your baby.
When: Thursday 17th September , 11:00-12:00
Where: Clones Library, 98 Ave, Crossmoyle, Clones, Co. Monaghan
For more information or to book your place, contact Nadine at ntavey@midl.ie or call 087 770 2114
Holistic Parenting Programme
Parenthood can be wonderful, rewarding and sometimes overwhelming. This free 4-week holistic programme for parents and carers is a chance to pause, connect with other parents and focus on your own wellbeing.
- Learn simple self-help tips and tools for self-care and emotional wellbeing
- Receive a little gift each week
- Meet and connect with other parents in your community
- Take away ideas and tools to use for yourself and share with your family
When: Thursdays, 10 September-1 October (4 week block), 11am–1pm
Where: Monaghan Town Library, Peace Campus, 6 Plantation Rd, Kilnacloy, Monaghan, H18 RP20
Booking essential. For more information contact Nadine ntavey@midl.ie or call 087 770 2114
Circle of Security Parenting Programme
As a parent do you feel lost or unsure about what your child might need from you? Imagine what it might feel like if you were able to make sense of what your child was really asking from you.
This programme will help:
- Understand your child’s emotional world
- Support your child’s ability to successfully manage emotions
- Enhance the development of your child’s self esteem.
When: Thursday 17th September – 22nd October for 6 weeks, 7pm-9pm.
Where: Hub 21, Carrickmacross, A81 FY61
Booking essential. For more information contact Nadine ntavey@midl.ie or call 087 770 2114
Parents Plus Adolescents Programme
- connect with your teenager
- communicate positively
- build your teenager’s self-esteem
- negotiate rules and boundaries
- teach teenagers responsibility
- positive discipline for teenagers
- manage conflict
- solve problems together
Booking essential. For more information contact Nadine ntavey@midl.ie or call 087 770 2114
Mindful Adult Colouring
- enhance wellbeing
- relieve stress
- reduce loneliness
- meet new people
- make friends
- be creative
Take time to yourself to slow down and help the mind settle. No booking necessary.
Monaghan Town Library: Every Tuesday 2:30-3:30pm
Clones Library: Every Thursday 11:00-12:00
Castleblayney Library: Thursday 21st May 11:00-12:30
Business Planning Workshop
Dates: Friday mornings – September 4th, 11th, 18th, and 25th 2026.
Time: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm.
Location: MID Office, Castleblayney
Spaces are limited. Contact Jeyald for more info or to express an interest: jantony@midl.ie or call 087 181 0315
Circle of Security Parenting Programme
As a parent do you feel lost or unsure about what your child might need from you? Imagine what it might feel like if you were able to make sense of what your child was really asking from you.
This programme will help:
- Understand your child’s emotional world
- Support your child’s ability to successfully manage emotions
- Enhance the development of your child’s self esteem.
When: Thursday 17th September – 22nd October for 6 weeks, 7pm-9pm.
Where: Hub 21, Carrickmacross, A81 FY61
Booking essential. For more information contact Nadine ntavey@midl.ie or call 087 770 2114
English Language Lessons
Regular weekly classes in various locations across Co. Monaghan for new community members who want to improve their English. in various locations across Co. Monaghan for new community members who want to improve their English.
Past Events
Blaeberry Sunday Walk to Mullyash Mountain
Sunday 26th July, 12:00pm Mullyash School (A75 W923)
Gardening for Biodiversity Training
- Doohamlet: Tues 7th July, 14th July & 21st July, 6:30pm-9:00pm plus a class outing on Sat 11th July (time tbc)
- Clones: Thurs 9th July,16th July & 23rd July, 6:30pm-9:00pm plus a class outing on Saturday 18th July (time tbc)
Booking essential. For more information visit this link or contact LEADER@midl.ie
School Readiness Webinar
Starting Junior Infants is a big milestone, for both children and parents.
This practical and supportive course is designed to help families feel confident and prepared for the transition into school life.
Whether you or your child are feeling excited, nervous, or somewhere in between, this course will help you both start the school journey feeling prepared, calm, and capable.
Online: Tuesday 9th June 7.00pm-8.30pm
To book your place: email Nadine at ntavey@midl.ie
Water Resources Management Training
Are you interested in an exciting, FREE course focusing on protecting local water quality in your catchment area? This training programme will take place in two locations, one evening a week for 4 weeks, 7.00-9.30pm.
Tues May 12th, 19th, 26th, June 2nd
(North Monaghan)
OR
Wed May 13th, 20th, 27th, June 3rd
(South Monaghan)
Buggie Buddies join Knit & Chat
Starting from Monday May 11th 2026, the weekly 10:00am Buggie Buddies walk that starts and ends at Monaghan Library (Peace Campus) will be followed by a meet-up with the Knit & Chat crew.
Parents & carers will have the opportunity to enjoy a chat and pick up some basic knitting/crochet skills in a friendly, welcoming space.
Contact Nadine for more information: ntavey@midl.ie
Parenting Programme
Parenting Monaghan are delighted offer a Circle of Security programme for parents/carers of children ages 0-6years old.
Every Monday for 6 weeks: from 10am-12pm, 13th April to 25th May 2026 at Teach Na nDaoine Family Resource Centre, Monaghan
Contact Nadine for more information: ntavey@midl.ie
Align
Parenting Monaghan are delighted to announce a 4-week programme “Align” designed for women and their babies.
We invite Maria McIntyre from Mind Body Breath Healing who will focus on gentle movement, breath awareness, nervous system support, and connection.
Castleblayney
Fridays 10am-11:30am
- May 1
- May 8
- May 15
- May 22
Free to attend; places are limited. Contact Nadine at ntavey@midl.ie or 087 7702114 for more information or to book your place.
ParentsPlus Children's Programme
Would you like to learn practical, everyday tips in promoting confidence, learning and positive behaviour in child?
Join our FREE 6 week ‘Children’s Programme’ and meet other parents of children aged 6-11 years old in a supportive group to make this a reality.
Thursdays 16th April – 21st May
Registration essential. Contact Nadine for more information: ntavey@midl.ie
LEADER Funding: Info Sessions
LEADER funding is available for projects that seek to revitalise towns and villages in Co. Monaghan. MID are hosting a Public Information Event and two appointment-based drop-in sessions for those interested.
Public Information Event, Castleblayney: Wed May 13th 2026 @ 7.30pm (MID Office, A75 HR59)
Drop-in Session Clones: Tues May 19th, appointments 2-4pm (Canal Stores)
Drop-in Session Doohamlet: Thurs May 21st, appointments 2-4pm (Doohamlet Community Center)
ParentsPlus Children's Programme
Parenting Monaghan is offering a FREE 6 week Parents Plus Special Needs programme for parents, guardians with children aged 10+ with a mild, moderate or severe intellectual disability, and who may also have a diagnosis, such as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or a physical disability.
Wednesdays 15th April- 20th May, 7pm-9pm
Book your place: contact Nadine at ntavey@midl.ie
International Family Day: Stay & Play Event
To celebrate International Family Day 2026, Parenting Monaghan are hosting a Stay & Play event for kids and their parents/carers at Ballybay Wetlands on Friday 15th May from 1pm-3pm.
Natural materials for nature crafts
Bug hunts
Games
Hammocks
Story and ID booksAimed at children approximately 3-12 years old. Booking is essential.
Irish Dancing Lessons
Regular free Irish Dancing classes in Monaghan
Feb 12, Feb 19, Feb 26 2026
11am-12 noon
Migrant Support Centre
YWCA Monaghan
Contact Oksana for details:
Call 087 6738835 / 042 9749500
email: osapozhnikova@midl.ie
Buggie Buddies: Special Events
Monaghan Library
On selected dates, the weekly 10am Buggie Buddies walk will be followed by a talk from a special guest speaker.
- 16th Feb: Sleep Solutions Talk (Mellow Child Sleep Solutions)
- 23rd Feb: Women’s Health Talk (Tara Rooney, Happy Healthy Hormones)
- 9th Mar: Baby Massage (PT with Alana McCooey)
- 16th Mar: Weaning Talk (PHN)
Contact Nadine for more information: ntavey@midl.ie
Sew Much More
The Sew Much More sewing group meets weekly for fun and friendly sewing sessions
Feb 9, Feb 16, Feb 23 2026
10.30am-12:30
Migrant Support Centre
YWCA Monaghan
Contact Oksana for details:
Call 087 6738835 / 042 9749500
email: osapozhnikova@midl.ie
Autism Reality Experience
Parenting Monaghan are hosting a Neurodiversity Experience at Castleblayney Library on Monday 23rd February.
The event will feature the Autism Experience Bus, giving a sensory simulation of what daily life can feel like for autistic individuals.
This is a practical, hands-on experience for parents/carers.
Contact Nadine for more information: ntavey@midl.ie
Staff Health Day
We are pleased to announce a Staff Health Day on 9th February 2026 which will include two dedicated workshops:
Women’s Event: 9:30-12:30 @ Iontas Centre, Castleblayney
Guidance on herbalism, nutrition, hormonal health and menopause from guest speakers Janette Lamb and Tara Rooney
Men’s Event: 14:00-16:45 @ Nead café, Monaghan
A talk about managing stress from guest speakers Kevin Curran and Robert Wilson, followed by a walking tour of Monaghan town.
County Monaghan Social Enterprise Network
Friday 30th January 2026 09:30-12:00am
Íontas Centre, Castleblayney A75 HK09
Please note updated time & venue!
This meeting is open to all social enterprises and community groups in Co. Monaghan. Contact Jeyald for more details: jantony@midl.ie
Start Your Own Business: Information Session
MID are hosting a FREE on-line information session on the supports available to individuals who are considering self-employment as a career option.
Wednesday 21st January 2026 11:00am
This information session is available to anyone in Co Monaghan in receipt of a Social Welfare payment or currently unemployed.
Buggie Buddies - Energy Saving Tips Talk
@ Castleblayney Library
Monday 19th January 10:00am
@ Monaghan Town Library
ntavey@midl.ie
First Aid / Defibrillator and CPR training
Monday December 8 2025
Teach na Daoine, Monaghan
Our SICAP team are delighted to support Defibrillator Training for residents of Killygoan. Attendees will be equipped to use the newly installed defibrillator in the area, funded by HSE National Lottery Funding.
Women's Health Event
09:30 – 14:00 8th December 2025
Monaghan Peace Campus
Information sessions on a range of topics, including the menstrual cycle, managing hormonal imbalances, perimenopause, nutrition, and mindfulness.
School-Based Anxiety: Talk by Dr Mary O'Kane
18:30 Monday 1st December 2025
Monaghan Peace Campus
Parenting Monaghan welcomes back Dr Mary O’Kane to Monaghan to give a talk on ‘School Based Anxiety and School Distress’.
For more info email Nadine: ntavey@midl.ie
Buggie Buddies
Mondays @ 10:00am
Castleblayney Library
Thursdays @ 09:30am
The Buggie Buddies programme offers a range of enriching sessions including sleep support, weaning guidance, baby reflexology, and storytime through song. Every week from January 5th 2026
If you’re interested in hearing more about some of the events we organise, or have ideas about things you’d like to see happening in your community, get in touch. We’d love to hear from you.
Working Days
Mon to Fri - 9AM to 5PM