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22. Aug 2023.

Heritage Week at the RCSI

For National Heritage Week 2023, The Royal College of Surgeons Library launched a programme of activity to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the birth of pioneering Irish surgeon Abraham Colles. As well as a virtual exhibition exploring his life and legacy, they also wanted to create a pop-up exhibit featuring...

17. Jul 2023.

Carrigaline Men’s Shed Official Opening

Carrigaline Men’s Shed Official Opening Photos courtesy Brian Lougheed @thecork.ie Words: Barry Cogan The Carrigaline Men’s Shed was officially opened jointly by Mayor of the County of Cork, Cllr Frank O’Flynn, Tánaiste Micheal Martin TD and Minister for Finance Michael Mc Grath TD on Saturday last July 8th. The 4,000 sq...

10. Jul 2023.

Deise Men’s Shed develops a city garden

The Deise Men’s Shed are delighted to be continuing their partnership with Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. in establishing a garden with polytunnels and raised beds in the Teva Greenspace at their #Waterford site. The garden, an oasis nestled in the middle of the IDA Industrial Estate, marks a major development...

13. Jul 2023.

Limerick Sheds Network Meeting

Limerick Sheds Network Meeting From a shedder in Limerick: “It was quite extraordinary to see so many at the Limerick Sheds Network meeting. After the isolation and uncertainties of the Covid years, this meeting could go a long way to revitalise and stimulate activity in Limerick Sheds. Congratulations to all...

14. Jul 2023.

Walking Football Blitz

Our Walking Football Blitz in Bray was a massive success, with teams coming from Naas Community Men’s Shed; St. Plunketts Men’s Sheds; Kilcoole Men’s Sheds; LBS Mens Shed; Blackrock Community Men’s Shed and Garden – even Shamrock Rovers were represented! Good sport and great company, thanks everyone!!

4. Jul 2023.

Minister for Public Health and Wellbeing announces funding for the Irish Men’s Sheds Association

Last updated on 29 June 2023 The Minister for Public Health, Wellbeing and the National Drugs Strategy Hildegarde Naughton has marked Men’s Health Week by announcing funding of €250,000 to support the Irish Men’s Sheds Association. The funding recognises the contribution of the Irish Men’s Sheds to their communities through their...

26. May 2023.

Men’s Sheds on TG4

After two difficult years coping with the Covid 19 pandemic The Men’s Shed movement in Ireland has bounced back and is making a great impact once again on the lives of thousands. A sanctuary for men of all ages, providing company, friendship and support, the Men’s Sheds offer a welcome...

7. Feb 2023.

Sheds for Life Awards ‘Sheddies’ – Supporting Men’s Health & Wellbeing

Over one hundred men’s sheds members from across Ireland received awards this week in recognition of their hard work and dedication to the ‘Sheds for Life’ health and wellbeing programme, run by the Irish Men’s Sheds Association (IMSA). The first of two ceremonies in the Oranmore Lodge recognised shedders...

16. Jan 2023.

What goes on in a Men’s Shed

Ireland’s first shed started in 2009 in Tipperary, inspired by the men’s shed movement in Australia. The Irish Men’s Sheds Association was formed in 2011 and the shed movement has grown steadily ever since, with over 450 sheds now registered with the Association and at least 12,000 men visiting...