The event will feature a variety of activities, including workshops, talks, and performances. The workshops will focus on practical skills like composting, gardening, and upcycling. The talks will delve into the climate crisis and its impact on our lives. The performances will showcase the power of art to inspire hope and action. The Climate Readers’ Day is a collaborative effort between Kildare Library Service, Eco Lines, and Riverbank Arts Centre. It is designed to raise awareness about climate change and inspire action. The event is open to all ages and backgrounds. The day will culminate in a special performance by the renowned Irish folk band, The Corrs.

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This event, “RESTORE, REPAIR, REMEMBER: on finding the way back..”, hosted by the Irish Academy of the Arts, features a conversation between Eoghan Daltun, Samuel Arnold, and Aoife Hammond. The panelists will discuss the land, its role in shaping our identity and how we can write a new narrative for our planetary home. The event is chaired by Kerri ní Dochartaigh. **Details:**
* **Panelists:** Eoghan Daltun, Samuel Arnold, and Aoife Hammond. * **Host:** Kerri ní Dochartaigh.

This workshop will explore the poetry of Irish biodiversity in a time of crisis. Participants will learn about the impact of human and industrial activities on wild animals and plants, and how this impacts the entire ecosystem. They will then be encouraged to write and hone their own poems celebrating their favourite species of native plant or animal. **Detailed Text:**

The workshop “Poetry of Irish Biodiversity in a Time of Crisis” promises to be a powerful and insightful exploration of the delicate balance of nature.