Music classes for babies and Toddlers - Tullamore Library
2026-03-06 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-03-13 10:00 - 11:00 (Europe/Dublin)
Music classes for babies and Toddlers in Edenderry library starting Friday 9th January at 1oam.
All welcome.
Places must be booked in advance through the libraries!

Little Twinkles Parent Toddler Group Tullamore FRC
2026-03-06 10:00 - 12:30, 2026-03-11 10:00 - 12:30, 2026-03-13 10:00 - 12:30, 2026-03-18 10:00 - 12:30, 2026-03-20 10:00 - 12:30, 2026-03-25 10:00 - 12:30 | Arden View Family Resource Centre
Little Twinkles Parent and Toddler Group meet every Wednesday and Friday in Tullamore FRC at 10am.
All Welcome.
For more information contact Marie on 0579320598

Start From The Heart Parent Group Mountmellick
2026-03-10 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-03-17 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-03-24 10:00 - 12:00
Start from the Heart Parent Group
Starting February 3rd at 10am in Mountmellick FRC
For more information please contact Sarah on 086-8177596

ESKER COMMUNITY - Kulele Orchestra
2026-03-10 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-03-17 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-03-24 19:00 - 20:00 | Tullamore
Esker Community ‘kulele Orchestra is a community music group based in Esker Arts in Tullamore and is open to all, young and old, and we are always looking for new members who would like to come along and join in the fun of making music together. All instruments and singers are welcome.

Understanding Self Harm Workshop (Portlaoise)
2026-03-11 09:00 - 16:30
Understanding Self Harm Workshop (Portlaoise)
Venue: Portlaoise Parish Centre, Stradbally Road, Portlaoise, Co. Laois, R32 FH67
Date: 11th March 2026
Time: 09:00 – 16:30
Registration: https://bookwhen.com/suicidepreventiontrainingmidlands/e/ev-s6lvp-20260311090000

First Time Parents Group Portarlington
2026-03-11 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-03-18 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-03-25 12:00 - 13:00
First Time Parents Group
Every Wednesday for parents and babies 0-12 months
Portarlington Library 12-1pm
For more information or to boon Contact Jennifer 085-8683168

Barnardos Online Safety Live Parents Webinar
2026-03-11 19:00 - 20:30
Barnardos Online Safety Parents Webinar Wednesday 11th March 2026 at 7pm
To Register, click on the link below
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Ex6Evz6eTQq_aiWqidPX1Q
Parent / Carer Webinars
We provide support to parents, carers and families on topics of online safety.
Our Barnardos trained facilitators deliver live public webinars twice per month and we aim to work with families on helping their children to make the most of their time online. Our webinars are free to register, they run for 60 – 70 minutes and all attendees receive resource pack and parents guide.
See below for upcoming dates and to register your place.
Webinar Outcomes

Outline the key risks for children with being online
Implement practical solutions and tips to help their children stay safe online
Reflect on how they might help their children if they were cyberbullied/cyberbullying
Recognise ways to interact with their child’s online world and day to day experiences
Identify helpful websites and research and signpost them to others
Once you book your place, you will receive a link to the webinar. You’ll also be reminded a day before the webinar too.

Start from the Heart Edenderry
2026-03-12 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-03-19 10:00 - 12:00
Start from the Heart parent programme starting in Edenderry on the 15th January 2025. For more information contact Claire/Sinead on 046-9732463

Music Classes for Babies and Toddlers Edenderry Library
2026-03-12 11:00 - 12:00
Music classes for babies and Toddlers in Edenderry library starting Thursday 8th January at 11am.
All welcome.
Places must be booked in advance through the libraries!

ADHD/Autism, Creativity and Mindfulness
2026-03-16 19:00 - 20:00
Tips for parents on improving mental health through mindfulness and creativity

Neurodiversity and Friendship: tips for parents on supporting neurodiverse children
in their relationships
This workshop is for parents who are looking to support their child to make friends at school.
Navigating social differences can be difficult for neurodiverse children. This workshop will
contain facts and research about how neurodiverse people make meaningful friends as
children and adults. It will also contain advice on how to create a supportive environment,
and on how to help your child to learn communication and navigate conflict.
To book visit: All Abilities Ireland Events – 8 Upcoming Activities and Tickets | Eventbrite
Mar Planner

Supporting Bereaved Children on Special Occasions Online
2026-03-23 11:30 - 13:00
Supporting Bereaved Children on Special Occasions
First Holy Communion… Confirmation… family milestones can feel very different when someone special has died.
Join our Rainbows Ireland Parents Workshop—an interactive space to share, learn, and find gentle, child‑friendly language to support your child on these big days.

Free | Online | Open to all parents
Learn what children need most when a significant person is missing
Connect with others who understand

Register here: Supporting Bereaved Children on Special Occasions Tickets, Monday, Mar 23 from 11:30 am to 1 pm GMT | Eventbrite

Study Skills for Students and Parents
2026-03-23 19:00 - 20:00
Study supports to help our neurodivergent brains to focus and be productive

For all facing year end, mocks and big exams, come along to learn tips and skills to help our executive function, organisation and prioritisation, which are all important and skills needed to get through these next few months. We’ll explore different methods of learning, so you can find what works best for you. Practical tools and strategies will be sent to you after the session.
To book, click the link: All Abilities Ireland Events – 8 Upcoming Activities and Tickets | Eventbrite

Visit: www.allabilities.ie

safeTALK (suicide alertness for everyone) Workshop (Longford)
2026-03-24 09:30 - 13:00
safeTALK (suicide alertness for everyone) Workshop (Longford)
Venue: EDI Centre, 11A2, Mastertech Business Park, Athlone Road, Longford, N39Y0F4
Date: 24th March 2026
Time: 09:30 – 13:00
Registration: https://bookwhen.com/suicidepreventiontrainingmidlands/e/ev-s8k17-20260324093000

Primary Care - Social Work Drop in Service
2026-03-24 10:00 - 13:00
Primary Care Social Work Drop in Service
Venue: Community Room in the Library, JKL St, Edenderry, Co Offaly.
Date(s): 3rd Tuesday of Every Month in 2026
Tuesday 20th January, Tuesday 17th February, Tuesday 24th March,
Tuesday 21st April, Tuesday 19th May, Tuesday 16th June,
Tuesday 21st July, Tuesday 18th August, Tuesday 15th September,
Tuesday 20th October, Tuesday 17th November, Tuesday 15th December
Time: 10am – 1pm
Drop in or Book an appointment for this free and confidential service to see a Primary Care Social Worker in person
(Booking in advance is advised)
To Book an appointment:
Call 057-8697537
How can a Primary Care Social Worker help?

Support in navigating the health service.
Signposting to appropriate community supports.
Advocacy re: benefits & entitlements.
Assist with any other queries or worries.
Ensure your voice is heard and understood.

Drop In Service Leaflet Edenderry 2026 (003)

Non Violent Resistant (NVR) Programme
2026-03-25 10:00 - 12:00
For more information and to book into this group contact 086 0600611 or laoisoffalyparenthub@barnbardos.ie

Barnardos Online Safety Parents Webinar
2026-03-25 12:00 - 13:00
Barnardos Online Safety Parents Webinar Wednesday 25th March 2026 at 12pm
To Register, click on the link below
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_6JDGNEB1SV2dAumHE3LEuw
Parent / Carer Webinars
We provide support to parents, carers and families on topics of online safety.
Our Barnardos trained facilitators deliver live public webinars twice per month and we aim to work with families on helping their children to make the most of their time online. Our webinars are free to register, they run for 60 – 70 minutes and all attendees receive resource pack and parents guide.
See below for upcoming dates and to register your place.
Webinar Outcomes

Outline the key risks for children with being online
Implement practical solutions and tips to help their children stay safe online
Reflect on how they might help their children if they were cyberbullied/cyberbullying
Recognise ways to interact with their child’s online world and day to day experiences
Identify helpful websites and research and signpost them to others
Once you book your place, you will receive a link to the webinar. You’ll also be reminded a day before the webinar too.

Parents Introduction to Rainbows Peer Support
2026-03-25 12:30 - 13:30
Parents Introduction to Rainbows Peer Support – Join Rainbows Ireland for a 1‑hour Zoom session for parents!
Learn how peer support helps children and young people cope with parental separation, loss and bereavement, and why it is often more effective than 1‑to‑1 support for many children.
✔ Discover the 9‑week Rainbows Peer‑Support Programme
✔ See examples of the child‑friendly materials used
✔ Learn about the “care pyramid” and evidence‑informed support
✔ Find your nearest Rainbows Centre
✔ Ask questions & meet the Rainbows team
Support, connection, understanding — it all starts here.
Register now: Parents’ Introduction to Rainbows 2025-2026 – Rainbows Ireland
