Sound Meditation Classes 2023
What happens at a Sound Meditation class? Lay on a comfortable mat with pillow and blanket. The goal of a Sound meditation class isn't to listen and pay attention but rather to let the sound […]
From ancient festivals in the Slieve Bloom Mountains to modern day merry-making, Laois has enjoyed a party more than most for thousands of years. With over 60 events happening each month , you are most definitely invited to celebrate with us.
And from major international music weekends to local fiestas covering everything from scarecrows and storytelling, to drama and literature, you’re sure to find your tribe. For the outdoor enthusiast there’s weekly guided walks, runs and cycles. Come join us as we celebrate the length and breadth of the county – morning, noon, and night…
What happens at a Sound Meditation class? Lay on a comfortable mat with pillow and blanket. The goal of a Sound meditation class isn't to listen and pay attention but rather to let the sound […]
We are delighted to announce that VI /Blind Football will return for 4 sessions, starting this Sunday. Taking part in visually impaired football is a great way to be active and meet other people with […]
Places are limited for these classes, so booking early is essential. This will be a chance to learn a new hobby and have some fun when doing it.
Places are limited for these classes, so booking early is essential. This will be a chance to learn a new hobby and have some fun when doing it.
Places are limited for these classes, so booking early is essential. This will be a chance to learn a new hobby and have some fun when doing it.
Acu-meditation is the combination of both, group acupuncture and meditation together to balance and heal the body and mind. Anxiety for most of us can make life difficult. In times of excess worry and stress […]
The Canterbury Girls Give It A Try program starts in Portlaoise Rugby Club. Sessions are for all girls aged 8 – 14 years, and offers a chance to try out rugby in a safe, girls-only […]
Each class will include a warm up, dynamic flows and poses, balancing poses, breathwork, guided mindfulness practise, cool down and discussion. New themes will be introduced each week - keeping classes fun and engaging. This […]
The very successful Couch to 50km Cycle programme with Laois Cycling Club is back. This is an 8 week programme, designed to progress you to be able to cycle a 50km for the programme finale […]
Be Active With Arthritis 6 week exercise program delivered by physiotherapist Marguerite Fitzpatrick. This program will help to reduce pain and stiffness and maintain or improve mobility, muscle strength and functional ability. To attend these […]
New Beginners Art Course starting in Portarlington Library. This course will run for six weeks and no experience is necessary. Places are limited so booking your place early is essential.
Join Tom Jive as he brings his famous four week Beginner Jive courses, along with his Beginner Jive, Waltz & Quickstep to Laois. Go from a complete beginner to a confident dancer in four weeks. […]
We are starting our Get Into Golf programme later this month. This eight week programme will include four weeks of practice with a professional and four weeks practice on course with a buddy system. All […]
A warm and welcoming space for people with dementia, their family and friends, social and health care professionals to meet, exchange ideas and learnings. This will take place monthly on the last Thursday of every […]
The Half-Door Club international Music and Dance Festival is a four-day event of set dancing and traditional music in Castletown, Co. Laois. There are 5 ceilidh and 3 workshops and sessions throughout.
We’re hosting the IFAF Field Nationals this year, and we’re looking to make it a good one. We’re getting four different record rounds ready to go for you, so you’re not going to want to […]
The Slieve Bloom Walking Festival takes place in spring every year as the bluebells come into full bloom and the hills are alive with birdsong. This year the Slieve Bloom Walking Club celebrates it’s 27th […]
In the mood for a cracking night out? We have it all organised as we are delighted to announce that Smash Hits will be playing at The Manor on the May Bank Holiday weekend. Smash […]
The Valves are on the Gallows Stage this Sunday what better way to enjoy end of the bank holiday weekend. See you all here for what promises to be a great nights entertainment as they […]
What better way to start a bank holiday Monday than a nice early morning walk. This walk will be led by Fr. Paddy Byrne and everyone is welcome to come along. Refreshments will be provided […]
This family-friendly puzzle solving experience is designed for children of all ages, and will test the knowledge, critical thinking and puzzle solving skills of the participants. The entrants will need to walk around the museum, […]
Line Dancing classes will be starting later this month in BloomHQ. Line dancing is great fun because it can be danced with or without a partner. Line dancing is popular because it is easy to […]
On our hike we explore the northern end of the range, and follow part of the Slieve Bloom Way and Glenbarrow Loop walk during the day. Good waterproof boots or shoes and waterproof clothing; hiking […]
We are delighted to bring the Record & CD Fair back to Portlaoise. Come along and browse tons of classic and vintage vinyl, crates of cassettes and heaps of CDs. Have some unwanted music? Bring […]
The Annual Open Sports will take place on Monday May 1st. Events start at U8 all the way up to Junior with a range of track and field events to cater for all athletes. Hammer, […]
Mountmellick Public Library have a beautiful exhibition space that they kindly let Artist use, so this May we are going to share our passion for Wildflowers. The Slieve Bloom Mountains are covered in beautiful wildflowers. […]
This 12-week Aqua fit programme is brought to you by Laois Leisure and supported by Laois Sports Partnership. This programme aims to get people active with while providing a social element for participants to meet […]
Our Wednesday Open Singles is back this month. They will be taking place every Wednesday during the month and everybody is welcome to come along and take part.
Portlaoise Library's Bealtaine series of events kicks off with a free screening of the hilarious 1965 film The Odd Couple. Light refreshments will be provided on the morning; do feel free to stay on afterwards […]
Durrow Bridge Club have resumed their Bridge nights in the Castle Arms Hotel. All are most welcome we look forward to seeing some new faces join us in the coming weeks.
We sit in community with the energy of the celtic Goddess The Morrigan for this theme. She imparts her wisdom teaching us how to understand the crucial phases of life such as birth, death and […]
We have our weekly quiz tonight with Midlands 103 Radio host Keith Shanley. Come and see if you have what it takes to win. See you all there for a fun filled night.
Starting this Wednesday we will have dance classes these will be a good way of staying fit and meeting new people while enjoying something different. See you all here.
There will be a Charity Golf Classic in aid of The Cara Curley Fund and Offaly Domestic Violence Support Services in Portarlington Golf Club. All support for this great cause would be greatly appreciated.
Our quiz nights are kicking off this Thursday night and every Thursday night. Good fun so come in and join the quiz
We have decided that there was such a good response to the last event that it would become a weekly event for the winter. This would give parents the chance to meet new people and […]
Join us in a galaxy far, far away at Portlaoise Library to celebrate Star Wars day with Star Wars crafts. This will be a fun event for all the family to take part in. Booking […]
The next meeting of Mountrath Library's Adult Book Club takes place in May. Come along and join us for a chat about our latest book club choice 'Verity' by Colleen Hoover. Refreshments provided and new […]
Join us for evening of creativity, meet new friends and help us make one million stars to end violence. Women from all over the world are mobilizing to create ribbon stars, which will all be […]
Pat's Art Classes are starting back, these classes are open for anybody and are designed to share the knowledge, understanding and experience of art and design to encourage you to develop your own artistic voice.
This walk is a botanical lover’s heaven and every few feet there is a new treasure awaiting discovery. Come and join us for an evening walk to enjoy the bird song dusk chorus. This walk […]
Students of QQI level 5 & 6 courses present work in a variety of disciplines including ceramics, textiles, drawing, print and painting. Work explores concepts of memory, childhood objects, identity, gender, landscape and the feminine. […]
Starting off your weekend in style is the brilliant Monroe, come and join us for what will be a great nights entertainment. We cant wait to see you all here on the night enjoying the […]
Tobar an Leinn Parents Association are thrilled to be launching a "Four Ball Champagne Scramble" Golf Classic in Mountrath Golf Club. There are some absolutely fantastic prizes up for grabs for our winning teams
When you buy from a local business, you're supporting the dreams and livelihoods of your neighbours. So next time you're in the market for something, consider going to buy at the farmer's market for the […]
We've toys for all ages from soft play to cars, arts and crafts to dress up there's something for everyone. All kids under 4yrs welcome with their adult. We'll have morning tea ready for adults […]
Join Portlaoise Library and Maureen Culliton for a free fun-filled morning of line dancing. Taking place as part of Portlaoise Library's busy schedule of Bealtaine celebration events everyone is welcome to attend on the day.
We will be having a Coffee Morning on Friday and this will continue every Friday for a while. Call in and have a Tea or Coffee and a friendly chat with us some Friday morning.
A unique opportunity to hear the New England Harp Orchestra perform in Co. Laois, joined by ensembles from Laois School of Music and Music Generation Laois.
Suitable for babies/kids age 0-5 years and for you. This is early childhood education program that uses original music and movement to promote cognitive, social, fine/gross motor skill, and emotional development. Dance, Sing and Play […]
We have an amazing array of local talent taking to the stage on Saturday Night for the battle of the bands. Come down and support these bands and who knows, you maybe seeing history when […]
This Saturday Night we have the fantastic Double Up to entertain us in Hogan's Bar. It has been a couple of years since they were last here so make sure you all come along on […]
This Saturday night sees the fantastic AJs return to Turleys Pub by popular demand. With over twenty years collective experience performing live music, these two local musicians know how to get the crowd going. We […]
This Saturday night we have the talented No Limits here live. Come along and join us on what will be a great nights entertainment, see you all here on the night.
Coming up this Saturday Night at Coppers Music Venue we have none other than the amazing DJ Jen Payne. Kildare based DJ and producer Jen Payne is breaking down boundaries. This promises to be a […]
Walk for Pieta house on Saturday May 6th at the Portarlington GAA centre. No registration is required, just turn up on the morning. The walk will start and finish at Portarlington GAA Club and refreshments […]
This family-friendly puzzle solving experience is designed for children of all ages, and will test the knowledge, critical thinking and puzzle solving skills of the participants. The entrants will need to walk around the museum, […]
Join Michelle & Rachie for new events, new adventures and a new community in the Slieve Blooms, Rachie will guide us through relaxing forest yoga, connecting us with the sky, birds, sunshine and water (30-40 […]
Research using brain imaging suggests that visualisation works because whenever we visualise something, our brains interpret the imagery in a similar way to how they would process an actual experience. So take a deep breath, […]
Introducing our new Magnetic Tiles play mornings at Mountrath Library. Drop in and wow us with your imaginative building creations and designs! No booking required just come along on Saturdays mornings.
Our weekly Farmers’ Market includes a range of over 20 stalls selling Fresh Vegetables and Fruit, Bread and confectionary, Fish and Meat, Artisan Foods & Ethnic treats from local suppliers
Join artist Jacinta Hughes as she guides you through the steps to create a beautiful Wildflower Watercolour painting. Jacinta will show you the techniques & processes of watercolour painting and you will use the viewfinder […]
Our Next Craft Market is this Sunday. We have a full line up of local crafts, handmade gifts and treats. Come along and see what we have on offer for you all.
We're hosting a coffee morning this coming Sunday and we'd love to see you there. All proceeds will benefit the Community Hall, and any support on the day will be greatly appreciated.
Martin Bergin was a founding member of the Camross club and was much loved by all who knew him. This run is being held in honour of a man who did so much for the […]
This is a perfect opportunity for local talent to show case there skills, who knows we may find the next big star. We look forward to seeing you all here for a a great nights […]
Live this Sunday night sees the return of the the fabulous Dooley Brothers. Always a great night not to be missed. This hugely popular band really know how to put on a show and please […]
Join Eileen Casey for a Memoir Writing: Writer as Archaeologist Workshop at Laois Arthouse, Stradbally. Digging memoir workshops are geared towards unearthing personal or family history treasures. Each session will be facilitated in a relaxing, […]
Line Dancing classes will be starting later this month in BloomHQ. Line dancing is great fun because it can be danced with or without a partner. Line dancing is popular because it is easy to […]
This 12-week Aqua fit programme is brought to you by Laois Leisure and supported by Laois Sports Partnership. This programme aims to get people active with while providing a social element for participants to meet […]
The benefits of yoga are almost endless! Practicing yoga helps build healthy virtues and good values, such as discipline, honesty, devotion, self-inquiry, mindfulness. Yoga empowers you to make conscious choices toward living a more healthy […]