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The Organic Centre

@theorganiccentre.bsky.social
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Charity & social enterprise promoting organic growing & sustainable living since 1995. Community garden, MSLETB & weekend training, workshops, tours & events. Shop on-site & online,Grass Roof cafe.Leitrim, reland

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The Organic Centre @theorganiccentre.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Two spaces have now become available for Helena Goldens very popular course. “The Willow Bread Basket’ Saturday Oct 03rd 2026. Book fast Discounts available of 15 per cent if on income supports. Ring the centre on 0719854338. #heritagecrafts #Leitrim #ireland www.theorganiccentre.ie/event/the-wi...
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The Organic Centre @theorganiccentre.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
This Sun 20th Sep at the Organic Centre, we’re delighted to have “Wild Mushroom Foraging” with (Funghi) Finn. In am, there’s an intro to mushrooms at the Organic Centre. (Learn how they grow,how to id) Followed by a hunt for mushrooms in nearby forest. www.theorganiccentre.ie/event/wild-m...
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The Organic Centre @theorganiccentre.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Culture Night 2026 at the Organic Centre. Living off the land: Irelands heritage wool crafts from past to present with Eimear O Neill. Demo/Talk Drop in between 4-6pm. Click link to book www.eventbrite.ie/e/living-off... Thanks to support @leitrimcoco for #CultureNight @irishenvnet.bsky.social
Eimear O Neill will be demonstrating and talking about wool spinning on a Culture Night event.
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The Organic Centre @theorganiccentre.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
This weekend! FERMENTATION Masterclass with Matthew Cater, 5/6th Sep 2026 10:00AM - 4:00PM. From preserving fresh foods, to improving your gut health, to creating bold/exciting new flavours. In this workshop you will learn the fundamentals. #Fermentation www.theorganiccentre.ie/event/fermen...
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The Organic Centre @theorganiccentre.bsky.social · 02/08/2026
Join master stone waller Ronan Crehan at the Organic Centre for a weekend of dry stone walling on August 8/9th. An incredible opportunity to learn this heritage skill for your own land, and to keep the skill alive. Book through our website. #heritage www.theorganiccentre.ie/event/dry-st...
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The Organic Centre @theorganiccentre.bsky.social · 01/08/2026
We were absolutely honoured to have the 10th President of Ireland Catherine Connolly visit the Organic Centre, Thursday 30th July. She was treated to a tour and presented with the an apple tree. We were delighted to be invited to plant at Áras an Uachtaráin. @president.ie @irishenvnet.bsky.social
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The Organic Centre @theorganiccentre.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
Important notice! The Organic Centre shop and grounds are shut this Thursday 30th July from 2pm for a private event. We are sorry for any inconvenience this might cause.
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The Organic Centre @theorganiccentre.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
Hilmalyan Balsam Bash tonight Monday 13th July 7 pm in Glenaniff, Eircode F91 HE20 A couple of hours pulling balsam can help to curb the spread of this invasive before serious harm is done to the critically important local rivers.
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The Organic Centre @theorganiccentre.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
We are delighted to be joined by nutrition & lifestyle advisor, Fran Norgate for “Rewild Your Energy” on Sat July 11th. A perfect Summer reset. For info and to book. @irishenvnet.bsky.social www.theorganiccentre.ie/event/rewild... #Health #Lifestyle #Reset #Nature #Leitrim #Ireland
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The Organic Centre @theorganiccentre.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
One last space available for one lucky participant this weekend for Tom O Briens’ Basket Making course at the Organic Centre.Grab it while you can. Come along to the weekends course and you can go away with a timeless basket. 13th and 14th June. Click here www.theorganiccentre.ie/event/willow...
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The Organic Centre @theorganiccentre.bsky.social · 13/05/2026
We are delighted to have @WildlifeKildare with us on Monday 18th at 7pm to hear about the moving work they do. #BiodiversityWeek2026 www.eventbrite.ie/e/kildare-wi... @irishenvnet.bsky.social
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The Organic Centre @theorganiccentre.bsky.social · 09/05/2026
Celebrate nature at the Organic Centre,this Biodiversity Week from May 15th to 24th May. Free talks: Community pilot to help algae bloom,Kildare Wildlife rescue, Sabine on Marsh Fritillary butterfly & Dr Adam Smith on Snapshot project www.theorganiccentre.ie/page/biodive... @irishenvnet.bsky.social
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The Organic Centre @theorganiccentre.bsky.social · 26/04/2026
Knitting tutor warns Irish wool ‘is at a crossroads’ Thanks to Agriland.ie for covering Eimear O Neills thoughts on woollen industry. www.agriland.ie/farming-news... Join Eimear on her knitting course May 2nd. www.theorganiccentre.ie/event/knitti... Ring Organic Centre if on supports 0719854338
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Knitting tutor warns that Irish wool 'is at a crossroads'
Right now, Irish wool is at a crossroads, according to Eimear O'Neill, tutor of a new course on knitting at the Organic Centre in Leitrim.
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Philip Boucher-Hayes @philipb-h.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
15% of fossil fuels extracted each year are used to make fertiliser, run farms, process foods and transport them. In a very real sense our food is made from oil and gas. We are about to feel a very painful food shock. 1/
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George Monbiot @georgemonbiot.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
While we are transfixed by the antics of our supposed "leaders", a catastrophe of astonishing proportions has been creeping up on us. Climate scientists now believe it is more likely than not to happen, and soon. This week's column. www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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A catastrophic climate event is upon us. Here is why you’ve heard so little about it | George Monbiot
Scientists say a crucial Atlantic system is set to collapse. But the billionaire death cult that steers humanity’s destiny just doesn’t do existential crises, says Guardian columnist George Monbiot
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The Organic Centre @theorganiccentre.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
Easter Hare Trail continues until Sunday 12th April. Get your map at the shop. Find the “hares” around the centre & claim reward when completed the adventure. 10am to 4pm-5 euro per child.The Grass roof cafe will be open for nibbles during the period. www.theorganiccentre.ie/page/easter-...
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The Organic Centre @theorganiccentre.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
Great to have Angelo Galatolo(Food Scientist,Teagasc Food Research Centre) discussing food security & Rosetta project & developing ways to combat food waste, on our Potato Day.Pictured L/R Brian Smyth,Cllr Eddie Mitchell, Stephen Campbell, with Angelo. @teagasc.bsky.social @irishenvnet.bsky.social
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The Organic Centre @theorganiccentre.bsky.social · 07/02/2026
Potato Day: March 1st. 12-4pm Craft & food Market. Large national supply & variation of quality seed potatoes for sale in shop. Tours & demos, Loy association of ireland, Boxty making, Wool Spinning, Basket Weaving, Arts/craft for children. Café open on day. Free entry. @irishenvnet.bsky.social
Potato day poster. Free event with demonstrations, tours, entertainment.
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The Organic Centre @theorganiccentre.bsky.social · 31/01/2026
The Organic shop is back open this weekend! Sat/Sun & bank holiday Monday. Take a stroll to Fowleys falls & our 19 acre site. Pop by to our shop and grab a coffee in the cafe. Get one of the Brigid’s crosses made by Steffi on her workshop. #stbrigidsday #imbolc #ireland @irishenvnet.bsky.social
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The Organic Centre @theorganiccentre.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
Coming soon to the Organic Centre “The Grapevine Year’ Sat Feb 7th: Join Andrew Watson, (40 years gardening experience) with hands on knowledge on starting off & taking care of your vines. Seasonal series of workshops that can be taken separately or together. www.theorganiccentre.ie/event/the-gr...
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The Organic Centre @theorganiccentre.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
Celebrating Brigid, & the coming of Spring. Drop into the Organic Centre Tues Jan 27th from 11am til 3pm where Steffi Otto from Heritage Crafts Alive will be helping you make your own Brigids Cross and Bríd Ógs, with rushes from the grounds of the Organic Centre. www.eventbrite.ie/e/weaving-br...?
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Weaving Brigids crosses and Brid Ogs with Steffi
Celebrate Brigid, and the coming of Spring. Drop into the Organic Centre Tuesday January 27th from 11am til 3pm where Steffi Otto
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The Organic Centre @theorganiccentre.bsky.social · 17/01/2026
New year and a new you! Start afresh with training at the Organic Centre. Check out some of the upcoming courses in January and February. #Growing #grafting #weavibg #vines #grapes #Leitrim #Ireland @irishenvnet.bsky.social www.theorganiccentre.ie/Learn/weeken...
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The Organic Centre @theorganiccentre.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
Representatives from the Organic Centre were delighted to meet @president.ie while she visited @sligorovers.bsky.social due to our partnership work with Rovers on a veg box scheme. We presented the President with a hamper of quality locally produced goods #organic #Ireland @irishenvnet.bsky.social
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The Organic Centre @theorganiccentre.bsky.social · 05/01/2026
Due to the hazardous road conditions-Monday 5th Jan. Please stay safe everyone.
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The Organic Centre @theorganiccentre.bsky.social · 03/01/2026
Please take note. The Organic Centre shop is currently open Mon-Fri 10-4. (and shut weekends) Will reopen for weekends, last weekend in Jan.
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The Organic Centre @theorganiccentre.bsky.social · 24/12/2025
A very happy Christmas from all the staff at the Organic Centre and thanks to you all for your support over the year. We are closed Wednesday, 24 December and thereafter – and reopen again on Friday, 2 January. Nollaig Shona Daoibh! #Christmas #Leitrim #Ireland
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The Organic Centre @theorganiccentre.bsky.social · 29/11/2025
This Sunday 30th Nov from 11am to 4pm, we have our Green Christmas Fayre. With market stalls inside & out, free Santa, demos on the mummers, natural arts/crafts, children choir, and the grinch. The Grass roof café will be open. Free entry #Christmas www.theorganiccentre.ie/page/green-x...
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Green Xmas Fayre!
The Organic Centre was established in 1995 as a non profit making company with charitable status. Registered Charity Number: 20031930 The centre is located on a 19 acres site in Rossinver, Co. Leitrim...
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The Organic Centre @theorganiccentre.bsky.social · 27/10/2025
On Sun Nov 2nd 2025 We are delighted to welcome back Eimear O Neill for a day of hand spinning in “From Fleece to Fabric” To find out more or to book, click www.theorganiccentre.ie/event/from-f... On income supports? Ring 0719854338 to avail of 15 per cent discount. @irishheritagetrust.bsky.social
Hand spinning course at the Organic Centre.
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The Organic Centre @theorganiccentre.bsky.social · 26/10/2025
Next weekend at the Organic Centre, join Ollan Herr from Zero Waste Alliance Ireland for “Domestic wastewater & Reed beds” Saturday 01st Nov, 10am to 4pm. To find out more or to book www.theorganiccentre.ie/event/domest... @irishenvnet.bsky.social @zerowasteeurope.eu
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The Organic Centre @theorganiccentre.bsky.social · 25/10/2025
New president of Ireland Catherine Connolly not only has a fondness for football, she also loves apple juice! Catherine got a bottle of the Organic Centres juice on the campaign trail, saying it wouldn't last long! Go hiontach Catherine! #Aras25 @president.ie @catherinegalway.bsky.social
President of Ireland Catherine Connolly with a bottle of the Organic Centres apple juice
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The Organic Centre @theorganiccentre.bsky.social · 18/10/2025
Samhain at the Organic Centre with Halloween Trail, folklore, swap shop, arts and craft, Barmbrack and Colcannon at the cafe. Bank holiday Monday 27th Oct 12-4pm Great weekend to visit with parade also on Saturday. www.theorganiccentre.ie/page/Samhain #Samhain #Halloween
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The Organic Centre @theorganiccentre.bsky.social · 09/10/2025
One space has become available in two of our v popular courses this weekend.We don’t anticipate them to last long! Book fast www.theorganiccentre.ie/event/dry-st... for Dry Stone Wall with Ronan Crehan, and www.theorganiccentre.ie/event/willow... for Willow basket weaving with Tom O Brien. #Ireland
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The Organic Centre @theorganiccentre.bsky.social · 05/10/2025
Our shop and cafe is now open again. Thanks for your continuing support. #OrganicCentre #stormamy @irishenvnet.bsky.social
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The Organic Centre @theorganiccentre.bsky.social · 04/10/2025
Emergency Update: The Organic Centre is closed today due to damage to our site, flooding, and the danger of falling trees. Your support is valued to get on top of all work needed to do. www.idonate.ie/donate/cause... #StormAmy #OrganicCentre @irishenvnet.bsky.social @codohertynews.bsky.social
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The Organic Centre @theorganiccentre.bsky.social · 04/10/2025
We are remaining closed today Saturday Oct 4th due to Storm Amy. We hope everyone is safe. Tabhair aire. 🙏
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The Organic Centre @theorganiccentre.bsky.social · 03/10/2025
We are closing early at 3pm today Friday 3rd Oct due to the poor weather conditions. Please stay safe everyone. #StormAmy
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The Organic Centre @theorganiccentre.bsky.social · 30/09/2025
Plan your Autumn escape now. For all you foragers out there, we've added another date for “Mushroom foraging' with Funghi Finn himself. Catch him before the end of season. Sign up now for Sunday 12th Oct, 12-4pm. www.theorganiccentre.ie/event/wild-m...
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The Organic Centre @theorganiccentre.bsky.social · 26/09/2025
The menu at the Grass Roof Cafe for our Apple Day festival this Sunday 28th from 12-4pm. Free entry. More info about the day here. #Leitrim #Ireland www.theorganiccentre.ie/page/whats-o... @irishenvnet.bsky.social @failte-ireland.bsky.social
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The Organic Centre @theorganiccentre.bsky.social · 26/09/2025
Apple day Festival at the Organic Centre Sun Sep 28th from 12-4pm. Free entry. Apple pressing, Market,Talks by fruit experts, Craft demonstrations. Big Owen visiting alpacas. Arts/Craft for the children. Grass Roof cafe open for lunch on the day with Lily. www.theorganiccentre.ie/page/whats-o...
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The Organic Centre @theorganiccentre.bsky.social · 20/09/2025
Thanks everyone who came to Culture Night screening of ‘Birdsong’. To Leitrim County Council Arts Office for their support & heartfelt thanks to producer @rosswhitakertv.bsky.social With food by Lily Conlon formally of Caife Bia Slainte. #OnenightForall #OicheDarSaol #CultureNight #OicheChultuir
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The Organic Centre @theorganiccentre.bsky.social · 10/09/2025
Manager of the Organic Centre and proud Donegal man, Stephen Campbell celebrates Love Donegal day. #LoveDonegal
Manager of the Organic Centre and Donegal man Stephen Campbell
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The Organic Centre @theorganiccentre.bsky.social · 10/09/2025
Deadline today. Please use the link provided to protect nature against the threat ftom European Commission roll backs. @seanronayne.bsky.social @irishenvnet.bsky.social #HandsOffNature www.environmentalpillar.ie/hands-off-na...
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Hands OFF Nature! - The Environmental Pillar
Take action to save Europe’s environmental laws Across the World, right-wing political forces are working to dismantle decades of environmental  and social progress. Under the Trojan Horse of “competi...
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The Organic Centre @theorganiccentre.bsky.social · 02/09/2025
Act now- Support #handsoffnature campaign! The EU is attempting to weaken environmental laws such as the Nature Restoration Law, Habitats Directive, EU Deforestation Regulation. The Environmental Pillar has created an email tool to use before 10th. www.environmentalpillar.ie/hands-off-na...
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The Organic Centre @theorganiccentre.bsky.social · 01/09/2025
Wild Mushroom Foraging- When he’s not out on archaeological digs we’re delighted to have him for mushroom foraging! This Sunday 7th we welcome back the wonderful “Funghi Finn”’at the Organic Centre. Discount available if on income supports. Book now on www.theorganiccentre.ie/event/wild-m...
Mushroom foraging at the Organic Centre.
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The Organic Centre @theorganiccentre.bsky.social · 31/08/2025
Thanks @sligorovers.bsky.social for supporting our international volunteers to go to the match against Bohs Dublin. We are debted to the work that our volunteers do. Currently operating a pilot veggie box scheme with Sligo Rovers as part of their sustainability actions. @irishenvnet.bsky.social
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The Organic Centre @theorganiccentre.bsky.social · 14/08/2025
Great piece in the Leitrim observer about our upcoming events for heritage week. Thanks to @leitrimlive.bsky.social #HeritageWeek @lawaterkeeper.bsky.social @irishenvnet.bsky.social @manchanmagan.bsky.social www.leitrimobserver.ie/news/what-s-...
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From Apples to Waterways: Leitrim’s Organic Centre celebrates Heritage Week with free events
The Organic Centre in Rossinver are hosting four free family-friendly events on-site in honour of National Heritage Week taking place from August 16 to August 24.
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The Organic Centre @theorganiccentre.bsky.social · 09/08/2025
This weekend at the Grass Roof Cafe. #GoodFood #Ireland @irishenvnet.bsky.social
Menu for soup and toasties at the Grass Roof Cafe. Incl Rustic Veg and chickpea soup. Toasties include a variety of vintage cheeses, red pesto, courgette, pepper fillings.
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The Organic Centre @theorganiccentre.bsky.social · 08/08/2025
Join the Organic Centre in Leitrim this Heritage Week, tracing origins, heritage/folklore of the humble apple with Phil, Carving spoons/making toys with Steffi Otto, Hand spinning with Eimear, Water is life-Water sampling workshop with Yosef. #HeritageWeek www.theorganiccentre.ie/page/heritag...
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Heritage Week at the Organic Centre
The Organic Centre was established in 1995 as a non profit making company with charitable status. Registered Charity Number: 20031930 The centre is located on a 19 acres site in Rossinver, Co. Leitrim...
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The Organic Centre @theorganiccentre.bsky.social · 05/08/2025
Aug/Sep courses from Klaus Laitenberger to Ayurveda with Margaret Palmer, Korean Nat Farming, Mushroom foraging with Finn, & we welcome the incredible Willow woman herself for 1day course.Finally we heard your plea & organised another Stone Wall course ! www.theorganiccentre.ie/Learn/weeken...
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Irish Environmental Network @irishenvnet.bsky.social · 28/07/2025
World Nature Conservation Day is celebrated annually on July 28th. It's a day dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of protecting natural resources and ecosystems.
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