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KAVA have a vacancy for an administrator. This is an exciting opportunity to work in administration for a busy and growing Arts Group and Gallery in Kinvara. This position would suit someone with an interest in the arts, (but this is not essential nor is it a requirement). This position will be run through the TUS scheme and is managed by the Galway rural development company. To be eligible to participate in the Tús scheme you must registered unemployed for at least 12 months with the Department of Social Protection If you are interested in applying for this role or for more information please contact Jarlath on. 087 690 3463 Contract length: 12 months Job Type: Part-time, 19 ½ hours a week

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Kinvara Alive, as a community group have been preparing for a return to ‘ busier lives and what that means for us all. Despite current global events that can be difficult for everyone, we are trying to keep our community safe and supported. We have continued to provide resource advice and online training opportunities:

  • Supporting Living Works Start and eSuicide online training programmes
  • Providing signage in designated areas featuring critical information and numbers.
  • Facilitation of programmes to support young people, when possible.
  • Ongoing support for new community groups who have established themselves nationally
  • Provision of free, face to face Safetalk suicide prevention Skills programmes in Kinvara, on two dates in April:
  • Monday 4th, 10am-1.30pm in the Courthouse, Kinvara or Wednesday, 27th April, 7pm-10.30pm in the Courthouse

Booking for either of these free, fully certified skills training programmes for over 18’s, can be booked via the HSE at:https://bookwhen.com/srotraininggmr Finally we would like to thank you sincerely for your continued support. It keeps us going. We would love if we could change so many things in terms of supports available but taking little steps will hopefully open the door for more.

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The Burren Yoga Retreat: are seeking a Host Guest. The position is to greet guests when they arrive, take guests hill walking and to look after them while they are here on retreat. Must be energetic, positive minded and caring. The atmosphere is very warm, friendly and relaxed and is a lovely place to work. Ideally suit someone living within 1 hours drive or so to the Burren Yoga Retreat. Accommodation is provided during the retreats. Details at https://burrenyoga.com/host/

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Kinvara Community Council’s: monthly meetings take place the third Wednesday of each month. The next meeting is taking place on Wednesday 16th February at 8pm in Kinvara Community Centre. We encourage all members of the community to attend these meetings. All sub groups who are affiliated to Kinvara Community Council must send a representative to every KCC meeting in order to maintain their benefits. Any items for inclusion on the agenda must be emailed in before Monday 14th February.

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Kinvara Tidy Towns: Love this place, love Kinvara and leave no trace. You can show this through a regular two minute clean when out and about in the village. Another great way is when out walking or jogging, why not join Tidy Towns and become a litter picker in your own time?  We can provide you with a litter picker, gloves and show you where to put waste. Why not contact us on our Facebook, Instagram page or by texting Hilda on 086 8584533 to become a litter picker. February marks the start of spring, your help would really add to our village looking its best all year round. Thank you Kinvara Tidy Towns.

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Shannon Heritage: require full time butlers for their Dunguaire or Bunratty locations. Required, full time, paid positions. Location: Bunratty/Dunguaire. Also hiring – Entertainers- Singers (Sopranos, Alto, Tenors, Bass, Baritones)/Actors/ Dancers, Musicians for the world famous Bunratty Castle Entertainers. HIRING – Male Actor/Singer required for Dunguaire Castle Banquet, Kinvara, Co Galway, HIRING – Harpist, Violinist, & Choral Singers for Bunratty Banquets & Knappogue Banquets, Quinn, Co Clare. Candidates are required to have performance experience in singing and acting depending on location hired. Positions begin in mid-February so prompt applications CV with a Cover letter to Jackie Magee, banquet manager. mageej@shannonheritage.com. before Feb 5th, 2022

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New Part Time Courses: Are you thinking about returning to education? Do you need to combine study with family or work commitments? Are you in work but want to develop new skills for the future? Gort FET Centre offers flexible daytime & evening QQI accredited courses for adults who want to build their confidence, learn new skills or begin the journey to further education and training. New courses starting soon include: Creative Writing, Introduction to Child Development & Play, IT Skills, Creative Textiles. Funding for courses is available through the Back to Education Initiative and Skills to Advance. See our Facebook page or contact us for more details: gortfetcentre@gretb.ie / 091 630624.