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Connecting Cabra @connectingcabra.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

We're teaming up with our friends at Reilly Garden for an autumn jam-boree! You bring: homegrown apples, fruits and/or tomatoes, clean jars & an apron We provide: pots, utensils, sugar, spices, labels All welcome but children must be supervised - we'll be in the kitchen with heat and sharps!

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TU Dublin Sustainability / OT Baile Átha Cliath Inbhuanaitheacht @tudublinsustain.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Tickets are free but won’t be around for long! Expect a day packed with: 🌱 Nature & wellbeing talks 🚶 Poetry & biodiversity walking tour around campus 📸 insect photography workshop 💬 Inspiring conversations with authors, environmental thinkers & wellbeing experts www.tudublin.ie/explore/abou...

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Wild Connections: Nature, Wellbeing and Belonging

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TU Dublin Sustainability / OT Baile Átha Cliath Inbhuanaitheacht @tudublinsustain.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

#TUDublin this is your chance to grab @dublinbookfest.bsky.social tickets: Wild Connections: Nature, Wellbeing & Belonging 📍 Lower House Grangegorman 📅 Wed 4 Nov ⏰ 10-4pm www.tudublin.ie/explore/abou... #TUDublinSustainability partnering with #DublinBookFestival & @greenfoundationirl.bsky.social

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Connecting Cabra @connectingcabra.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Recent heavy rainfall has caused severe flooding in Cabra. This highlights the need for less concrete and more water diversion. We have been working with Lawpro on flood alleviation. If you live near Christ the King you may be eligible for a free driveway upgrade.

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Dagmar Fischer @dagmarfischer.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Local Green Party councillor Feljin Jose said the flooding was “very significant" ... But the drains are full. There’s nowhere for the water to go. There’s much, especially around Cabra, that has been tarmacked over and concreted over. It can’t take all that water. www.irishtimes.com/ireland/2026...

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Killarney experiences ‘worst flooding in a lifetime’ as ‘significant’ water levels seen in Cabra

Co Kerry town saw its main tourist route close last night as 57ml of rain fell in four hours

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phil wright (he/him) @ukwrightphil.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

If proof was needed that these parking spots should be removed to maintain safety of the cycle track on South Circular Rd… DCC keep building in conflict @dubcitycouncil.bsky.social @dublincycling.bsky.social @pidgeondublin.bsky.social @janetphorner.bsky.social @feljin.ie @irishcycle.com

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Connecting Cabra @connectingcabra.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

Over 50 people turned up at dusk in Tolka River Valley Park for the annual Bat Walk led by Donna Mullen. Beautiful weather and the bats showed up too! @batcon.org @batconservation.bsky.social

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Connecting Cabra @connectingcabra.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

Got questions about biodiversity or energy? Come find us at the Naomh Fionnbarra Community Info Day! We'll be at our stand ready to chat, share ideas, and help you navigate all things nature and sustainability. Your questions are welcome — big or small. Drop by and say hi!

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Brian Gormley D7 @bgormley.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

This Saturday with the Treasure the Tolka group. Himalayan Balsam removal along the River Tolka. @tolkabranchbwi.bsky.social @billylinehan.bsky.social @phibsboro.bsky.social @connectingcabra.bsky.social @feljin.ie

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Connecting Cabra @connectingcabra.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Last weekend we collected Yellow Rattle seeds to plant more wildflower meadows in Cabra next year. We also monitored local moth species. You can sign up for our newsletter on our website, or email hello@connectingcabra.ie to join our volunteer WhatsApp group.

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Feljin Jose @feljin.ie · 11/07/2026

A beautiful morning removing Himalayan balsam and giant hogweed from the banks of the Tolka in Drumcondra with the Treasure the Tolka group 🏞️

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Billy Linehan 🇪🇺🇮🇪 @billylinehan.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

So disappointing, toxic sludge is back in Tolka River at Mill Road bridge, Blanchardstown Reported many times to Fingal Council over the years @epaireland.bsky.social @swanireland.ie @elainemcgoff.bsky.social @tolkabranchbwi.bsky.social @connectingcabra.bsky.social @rodericogorman.bsky.social

A substantial area of opaque grey-white discolouration beside the outfall.
The material appears to spread from the outfall into the river.
The surrounding Tolka water is relatively clear by comparison, making the affected area distinct.
Sediment or sludge appears to have settled over rocks and the riverbed immediately downstream.
Photos are owned by Billy Linehan

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Connecting Cabra @connectingcabra.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

Do YOU have the loveliest front garden in Cabra? The 2nd annual Lovely Garden Competition is about to bloom! 🌼🌿 Get ready to show off your pollinator paradise and enter for a chance to win 🌳🏅 Entries open 18 July 💚 Stay tuned! 💚 #Cabra #Gardening #ConnectingCabra #Flowers #SaveTheBees 🐝

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Count Cormacula @cormacos.bsky.social · 21/06/2026

TBLA Brass Band were so much fun.

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Count Cormacula @cormacos.bsky.social · 21/06/2026

Schlepping back into Stoneybatter for the last of the festival. I always love how joyous this time of year is.

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Connecting Cabra @connectingcabra.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

This June, join our Pride litter pick to celebrate community and care for our shared spaces. All equipment provided—just bring enthusiasm! Meet outside Cabra Library at 10am. Leave filled bags at the bin beside Lidl Cabra. Group coffee at Three Little Birds at 11am.

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Connecting Cabra @connectingcabra.bsky.social · 06/06/2026

We used a wildlife camera to capture some of the local foxes in Cabra. Have you see any wildlife in your garden - please let us know in the comments. Particularly if you’ve seen a hedgehog as their numbers have declined badly in recent years. #SpeirGorm

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Brian Gormley D7 @bgormley.bsky.social · 30/05/2026

Moth monitoring in my garden this morning. Scalloped Oak, Bright-line Brown-Eye, Garden Carpet, Yellow-Barred Brindle (I’m open to correction on all of these) and lots more. Lots of Light Brown Apple Moth who eat my apples!! ☹️ @connectingcabra.bsky.social #SpeirGorm

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Connecting Cabra @connectingcabra.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

Even in built up areas like Cabra, amazing nature thrives if you look closely.

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Danielle Clarke @rhetorician.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

This is hilarious @racheljwillie.bsky.social I am reminded of a dear colleague who ran away from the SRS accommodation in Liverpool hope because the bed was torturing her 🤣

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Connecting Cabra @connectingcabra.bsky.social · 23/05/2026

A full house for @gardeningwell.ie Ciaran De Buitlear’s talk about wildlife gardening at the Cabra Biodoversity Festival. Thanks to @greenfoundationirl.bsky.social for supporting this event.

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Connecting Cabra @connectingcabra.bsky.social · 23/05/2026

A nice turn-out for the Connecting Cabra moth monitoring event at the Starling Pond this morning at 7am.

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Ciaran De Buitlear | Gardeningwell @gardeningwell.ie · 22/05/2026

People ask how to create a wildlife garden. The answer is simple: Make room. Wait. Pay attention. Nature does the work. I’ll be talking about wildlife gardening and Nature’s Acre at Cabra Biodiversity Festival tomorrow. www.eventbrite.ie/e/talk-by-ci... @connectingcabra.bsky.social

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Connecting Cabra @connectingcabra.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

Cabra Biodiversity Festival returns! When: 1-4pm Where: Christ the King Highlights: 2pm: Talk by Ciarán de Buitléar (@gardeningwell) 3pm: Film screenings including The Tolka Kids workshops and plant swaps Bonus: 7am Moth Monitoring at Most Precious Blood church Starling Pond.

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Connecting Cabra @connectingcabra.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

Another exciting event during Cabra Biodiversity Festival, where at 3pm on 23 May we will be screening short films about nature restoration, and the short film, "The Tolka: This is your River." #SpeirGorm Free to attend, but pls register 👇 www.eventbrite.com/e/1989079705...

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Resilient Cabra: Stories of People, Place, Nature and Water

Join us for a relaxed screening of films and stories all about Cabra, the people and nature.

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Connecting Cabra @connectingcabra.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

We're delighted that during the Cabra Biodiversity Festival next Saturday, 23 May at 2pm we will be hosting Ciaran De Buitlear, @gardeningwell.ie who will be talking to us about wildlife gardening and his new book, Nature's Acre. Register for the talk 👇 #SpeirGorm www.eventbrite.com/e/1989080177...

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Talk by Ciarán De Buitléar, author and wildlife gardener.

Ciarán De Buitléar, author and wildlife gardener, will talk about his book Nature's Acre and give tips on gardening for wildlife.

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Dublin Cycling Campaign @dublincycling.bsky.social · 16/05/2026

West Dublin and Meath need your help! Active Travel route along + across the N3 between Clonee and the M50 threatened by misinformation and car-brain! Please make a short supportive submission. Deadline midnight Monday. www.dublincycling.com/cycling/sust...

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Sustainable Project in West Dublin & Meath NEEDS YOUR HELP!

West Dublin Project NEEDS YOUR HELP!

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Connecting Cabra @connectingcabra.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

It's that time of year again! Join us for a jam packed celebration of nature in Cabra, with talks, film screenings and lots more.

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Eoghan Daltun 🌍 @irishrainforest.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

“In my lifetime, I have witnessed a terrible decline [of nature]. In yours, you could and should witness a wonderful recovery.” – David Attenborough. Let's *do* it.

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Lisa Grimm Grinning Ghosts Come Out to Socialise @lisagrimm.com · 08/05/2026

Happy @phizzfest.bsky.social! Lots of great events all over the ‘hood this weekend. #SpeirGorm

‘Heart Phibsborough’ in front of the library for Phizzfest

Cattle for Phizzfest in front of the library

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Connecting Cabra @connectingcabra.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Our annual Dawn Chorus was filled with incredible birdsong! Even though the weather was a bit unpredictable, the birds showed up and delivered a spectacular performance. Want to catch the next one? Sign up for event updates here: mailchi.mp/bee55cb85211...

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Connecting Cabra @connectingcabra.bsky.social · 03/05/2026

Dawn chorus this morning in Tolka Valley Park. 21 species including Sparrowhawk, Dipper and the rare Reed Warbler. Also Peacock butterfly caterpillars, frogs, and a small Trout caught (and returned) by a fisherman. @birdwatchireland.bsky.social @tolkabranchbwi.bsky.social

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Connecting Cabra @connectingcabra.bsky.social · 03/05/2026

The birds have started - Dawn Chorus event starts at 5am!

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Connecting Cabra @connectingcabra.bsky.social · 26/04/2026

Four yrs ago, Connecting Cabra worked with the local parish to plant spring bulbs around the church. This was followed by a mini-orchard, swift & bat boxes, a native hedge & a mini-forest. Today @shanners1.bsky.social led an impromptu biodiversity walk to show all the bees & insects that followed!

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StephDickenson.bsky.social @stephdickenson.bsky.social · 25/04/2026

Today’s Stoneybatter book swap! Saturday 25th, here at An Siol till 12.30pm, pop along for a browse, chat, and a new-to-you read.

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cllrcat.bsky.social @cllrcat.bsky.social · 25/04/2026

Going to set my alarm to try and make this. Love bird song but don't know much about the birds.

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Connecting Cabra @connectingcabra.bsky.social · 25/04/2026

The Tolka Valley Dawn Chorus takes place again this year. Meet 5am on Sunday 3rd May at the pitch and putt course on the Ballyboggan Rd that runs alongside a Tolka Valley Park. We’ll have tea/coffee at the end of the walk near the ponds. Photos from last year 👇 @tolkabranchbwi.bsky.social

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Connecting Cabra @connectingcabra.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

A great initiative and our volunteers really enjoyed it. Thanks to all who came along to support!

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Connecting Cabra @connectingcabra.bsky.social · 18/04/2026

Join us for a clean-up of Cabra with @antaisce.bsky.social National Spring Clean this morning - meeting at 10am at the Cabra Pond! #SpeirGorm @phibsboro.bsky.social @leafybatter.bsky.social

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Connecting Cabra @connectingcabra.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

What a bumper year! Our AGM celebrated some highlights like the Dawn Chorus, Biodiversity Festival, Energy Clinics and Apple Press Festival. Welcome to new committee members Kirsty and Aisling, and a huge thank you to outgoing chair Brian for his hard work. Grateful to all who made this possible.

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Green Foundation Ireland @greenfoundationirl.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

Join GFI at the National Botanic Gardens for a screening and panel discussion of “The Tolka - This is your river” with Laura Ribero of @dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social and John Gormley, producer of the film. Register for your ticket 👇 www.eventbrite.ie/e/documentar... #SpeirGorm

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Brian Gormley D7 @bgormley.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

Yesterday I used the Bohemians Library of Things for the first time to take out a Pressure Washer for the day. Great service for Bohs members! More of this around Ireland please! @bfcdublin.bsky.social @connectingcabra.bsky.social @phibsboro.bsky.social @cosybatter.bsky.social

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Adam Schwarz @adamjschwarz.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

Vance in Hungary: "I want to help as much as I possibly can the PM [Orbán] as he faces this election... A signal to everybody, particularly bureaucrats in Brussels who've done everything they can to hold down the people of Hungary". Falsely accusing others of interfering as he admits interfering.

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Business For Biodiversity Ireland @bizbioirl.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

For #WorldHealthDay we celebrate the connection between #biodiversity and human health. 🌿🐝 🌻 Our colleagues in the National Biodiversity Data Centre have published the All-Ireland #PollinatorPlan guide to pollinator-friendly management of healthcare sites, supported by the HSE - see pollinators.ie

Poster with boxes of text and symbols with background image of green field with bee in a flower

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Brian Gormley D7 @bgormley.bsky.social · 04/04/2026

After a day in the garden (trying to fix my pond) it was lovely to open up the new copy of @birdwatchireland.bsky.social Wings magazine and read a review of @gardeningwell.ie Natures Acre. @connectingcabra.bsky.social plan to have Ciaran speak at the Cabra Biodiversity Festival in May.

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Gareth O’Connor @garethoconnor.bsky.social · 03/04/2026

Financial Times: US fighter jet shot down over Iran #TomorrowsPapersToday

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Connecting Cabra @connectingcabra.bsky.social · 03/04/2026

Everybody is welcome to come along to the Cabra Spring Clean as part of the @antaisce.bsky.social National Spring Clean! Saturday 18 April at 10am. @leafybatter.bsky.social @phibsboro.bsky.social

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