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25. Aug 2021.

Watch back: Toolbox essentials with Ronan O’Sullivan

Back by popular demand! Last month we welcomed back the ever-knowledgeable Ronan O’Sullivan for another jam-packed IMSA Shedcast. DIY expert Ronan talked us through the essentials that every handyman should have in their toolbox, especially if you’re looking to build a shed like his own! Whether for marking, measuring, cutting...

17. Aug 2021.

Watch back: Pollinator-friendly gardening at Wild Nephin

We were delighted to be joined by the experts at Wild Nephin Ballycroy National Park for our recent shedcast. Michael Chambers, Head Guide at the park, and Supervisor Guide Mags Flaherty gave us a detailed look at all the work they do to keep the grounds looking so impressive –...

16. Jun 2021.

Sheds for Life Impact Report Launched

The Irish Men’s Sheds Association’s (IMSA) report entitled ‘The Sheds for Life Impact Report’ was launched virtually, Monday 14 June by Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly TD. The research, carried out by Aisling McGrath of Waterford Institute of Technology on behalf of the IMSA and the Irish Research Council, highlights...

25. Mar 2021.

Watch back: Beekeeping for Shedders

We had a brilliant Shedcast on Wednesday March 24 with Caroline McDonald, Education Officer with the Irish Beekeepers Association. Caroline is an absolute mine of information on all things apian and she discussed topics for beginners such as different types of bees, the cost of a hive and how to...

22. Mar 2021.

‘When The Shed Light Is On’ Film

On Friday 19 March, Peter O’Toole of the Hothouse Flowers joined Frank for a chat about his new film on the men’s sheds of Tipperary and surviving lockdown: ‘When The Shed Light Is On’. Peter has been a fan of the Men’s Sheds movement for many years and this new...

11. Mar 2021.

Worksafe Homesafe with Mercury Engineering

Safety is an anchor value for Mercury Engineering with 20,000 safety audits carried out in 2020 so who better to advise Shedders on safety tips than Robert O’Dowd, Group Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager; Declan O’Donovan, Senior Project Manager in Healthcare and Aoife Behan, Office Manager and leader of...

1. Mar 2021.

Now online! Shed Layout and Fit-out Masterclass with Ronan O’Sullivan

We had a great shedcast on Wednesday 10 March with woodworker, artist and teacher Ronan O’Sullivan. Ronan is a Kerryman married to a Dublin woman and living in Cork. He is currently in the process of completing his own fully insulated 48m² metal shed. Having already completed the groundwork, built...

25. Feb 2021.

Irish Men’s Sheds Association Appoints New CEO

The Irish Men’s Shed Association is delighted to announce Enda Egan as newly-appointed Chief Executive Officer. A native of County Offaly, Enda has over 22 years’ experience in the community and voluntary sector, 16 of those at CEO level across three organisations. A natural leader, he has a proven track record of increasing...

25. Feb 2021.

It’s Never Too Early Or Too Late To Talk About Problem Debt

At some point in many people’s lives debt may become a problem. If you or someone you knows is feeling anxious about incurring too much debt, is struggling financially with any issue from mortgage and utility arrears to personal loans and credit card debt, please watch this Shedcast with Karl...