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7. Oct 2021.

Watch back: Governance Training Webinar

On Wednesday 6th October we were joined by expert Marian Barnard for our first session on governance training. Marian is with the Carmichael Institute, a leading specialist training and support body for nonprofits in Ireland. Carmichael has ove...

20. Sep 2021.

Irish Men’s Sheds Association highlights ...

Today (Monday 20^th September) is a momentous occasion for thousands of men across the country. After almost 19 months of closure for some, the 360 plus men’s sheds in the Republic of Ireland can finally reopen. This return to the she...

1. Sep 2021.

September Reopening confirmed for all Men’...

Dear shedders, Following yesterday’s announcement (31st August 2021) from the Taoiseach and the release of the government’s ‘Reframing the Challenge’ plan, which conta...

25. Aug 2021.

Watch back: Fishing tips for Shedders

Did you know it's possible to catch over a thousand fish within an hour?

25. Aug 2021.

Watch back: Toolbox essentials with Ronan OR...

Back by popular demand!

17. Aug 2021.

Watch back: Pollinator-friendly gardening at Wi...

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 ...

4. Aug 2021.

Irish Men’s Sheds Association backs Minister Bu...

The Irish Men’s Sheds Association welcomes the recent call from Minister for Older People and Mental Health Mary Butler for sheds to be allowed reopen. As the Minister’s rightly said in her comments to the Taoiseach, community groups like men’s sh...

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 Read more

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 diffe...