Connecting Cabra
@connectingcabra.bsky.social
Seeking to empower and engage as many as possible to create a truly sustainable community in Cabra, Dublin 7. "Impressive local group" - Irish Times
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!
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
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.
A beautiful morning removing Himalayan balsam and giant hogweed from the banks of the Tolka in Drumcondra with the Treasure the Tolka group 🏞️
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
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 🐝
Schlepping back into Stoneybatter for the last of the festival. I always love how joyous this time of year is.
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.
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
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
Even in built up areas like Cabra, amazing nature thrives if you look closely.
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 🤣
Plashing Vole@plashingvole.bsky.social · 3mo agoHoping for early release for good conference behaviour.
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.
A nice turn-out for the Connecting Cabra moth monitoring event at the Starling Pond this morning at 7am.
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
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.
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...
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 · 3mo agoIt's that time of year again! Join us for a jam packed celebration of nature in Cabra, with talks, film screenings and lots more.
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...
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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Connecting Cabra@connectingcabra.bsky.social · 3mo agoIt's that time of year again! Join us for a jam packed celebration of nature in Cabra, with talks, film screenings and lots more.
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...
Sustainable Project in West Dublin & Meath NEEDS YOUR HELP!
West Dublin Project NEEDS YOUR HELP!
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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.
“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.
Eoghan Daltun 🌍@irishrainforest.bsky.social · 3mo agoAtlantic sunset over a rewilding farm. It really doesn't get much more lovely to my eyes.
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...
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
The birds have started - Dawn Chorus event starts at 5am!
Connecting Cabra@connectingcabra.bsky.social · 4mo agoThe 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
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!
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.
Going to set my alarm to try and make this. Love bird song but don't know much about the birds.
Connecting Cabra@connectingcabra.bsky.social · 4mo agoThe 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
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
