In September we are listening to -> Dolly Parton’s Greatest Hits Her many great songs will be playing in our office for the coming weeks. Her words, her work and her legacy will live on. Rest in Power, magnificent Dolly.
Women's Collective Limerick
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WCI Limerick promotes gender equality, provides information on services for women and women's groups in Limerick City and County and runs various courses and events throughout the year. Pro choice, anti racist and relentless allies!
Menopause Café for Mental Health Week 2026. Join the Women’s Collective Limerick and Limerick Mental Health Association for a Menopause Café on Monday October 5th, from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm, at Solace Café on Sarsfield Bridge, see here.
In September we are watching -> The Rocky Horror Picture Show This cult classic celebrates diverse sexualities, gender-nonconformity, and personal freedom and has for decades provided a welcoming community and acceptance for LGBTQ+, fans and anyone who felt like an outsider.
Many thanks to all who attended our Open Day last week! It was a pleasure meeting so many new women interested in our courses and events. There are still spaces left for Creative Writing, starting on Sept 28th, and The Power Of Us, starting on October 1st, get in touch if you are interested 🫶
The Power of Us | October 1st Thursday’s, 10am - 12:30pm, October 1st - November 26th (not including midterm break) Free but limited places and registration is essential. Light lunch is provided. For more information or to book your place contact us on 087-3283746 or at limerick@womenscollective.ie
In September we are reading -> Dolly Parton for the People By Kathryn Schulz ( www.newyorker.com/culture/post... ) She was commonly called the Queen of Country Music, but that is exactly wrong: she was democratic to her bones.
Creative Writing | September 28th Monday, 10am - 12pm, September 28th - December 7th (not including Bank Holiday). To take part in Creative Writing, you do not need any prior experience, beginners are welcome and encouraged to sign up! Contact us on 087-3283746 or at limerick@womenscollective.ie.
Safety And The City Research Project: The launch of a new publication on public (un)safety in Limerick City takes place on Wednesday 16th of Sept. in Wickham Way at 6:30pm. Join us and discuss how we can better use urban space and create a Limerick for us all. Catering provided by the Lilac Bakery.
We are holding our Autumn Open Day on Wednesday, September 9th, and we welcome all to drop in for tea and chats. Whether you are looking for information on our upcoming courses and events, you are a regular participant or brand new, we would love to see you! Drop in from 10am-3pm, or 5pm-7pm.
In September 2026: We are reading -> Dolly Parton for the People By Kathryn Schulz ( www.newyorker.com/.../dolly-pa... ) We are watching -> The Rocky Horror Picture Show We are listening to -> Dolly Parton’s Greatest Hits
Women’s Health and Wellbeing | September 16th Wednesday's, 10am - 12:30pm September 16th - October 21st, WCI Limerick, 28 John Street, Limerick Additional Activity sessions on Monday’s, September 21st - October 19th 12pm - 1pm (various locations)
✨️ Neurodiverse Women’s Workshop ✨️ Saturday September 19th | 1 - 4 PM Our first half day workshop for neurodiverse women will take place on Saturday September 19th at our offices on 28 John Street.
Creative Writing - Free 9 Week Course Monday, 10am - 12pm, September 28th - December 7th (not including Bank Holiday) 😎 You do not need any prior experience, beginners are welcome and encouraged to sign up! To book your place contact us on 087-3283746 or at limerick@womenscollective.ie.
Sanctuary by Evanescense. Amy Lee describes it as raw emotion, humanity, and a reaction to modern political and societal turmoil; “We’ve been forced into this situation where if we don’t speak up and fight back against tyranny, against human rights violations, against blowing people up, we’re next.”
Open Day | September 9th Whether you are looking for information on our upcoming courses and events, if you are a regular participant or new, we would love to see you for tea & chats. We are changing it up this time around, doing the Open day first from 10 am - 3 pm, but then again from 5 pm - 7 pm
There is a Zone whose even Years By Emily Dickinson There is a Zone whose even Years No Solstice interrupt -- Whose Sun constructs perpetual Noon Whose perfect Seasons wait -- Whose Summer set in Summer, till The Centuries of June And Centuries of August cease And Consciousness -- is Noon.
The Power of Us supports women in building confidence, knowledge and empowerment. Equipping us to step forward and create positive impacts in our lives and communities, as well as getting more involved in local issues and meaningful causes.
In August we are watching -> Testimony on RTÉ Player, directed by Aoife Kelleher. This powerful feature-length documentary tells a story of an extraordinary group of women, whose battle to hold the Irish government accountable, takes them all the way to the United Nations.
Empower Her - Domestic Abuse Recovery: Programme and Counselling Empowering you to reclaim your life after domestic abuse, focusing on healing, tools for recovery and growth, and creating pathways for your new future. This free confidential service includes 8 one-to-one counselling sessions online..
To take part in Creative Writing you do not need any prior experience, beginners are welcome and encouraged to sign up! Classes are on Monday’s from 10 am - 12 pm.
WCI Limerick is delighted to share information on our new course: Women in Plumbing, Building Skills and Confidence. A light lunch will be provided each week. Topics will include: Health and Safety, Water systems, Taps, components and how to fix them. Toilet, cisterns, components parts, and more!
In August we are reading -> Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke Yesteryear is the 2026 debut novel by Caro Claire Burke. The story follows Natalie Heller Mills, a “tradwife” social media influencer, who wakes up one day in the 19th century, where she must learn how to live without modern society.
This course provides a supportive and encouraging environment for women who want to work on their mental and physical health. The classes will be in John Street on Wednesdays from 10 am - 12:30 pm.
Open Day | September 9th Whether you are looking for information on our upcoming courses and events, if you are a regular participant or new, we would love to see you for tea & chats. We are changing it up this time around, doing the Open day first from 10 am - 3 pm, but then again from 5 pm - 7 pm
We have all sorts of things coming up in the autumn, both tried and trusted courses such as Creative Writing, and new things like Women’s Health and Wellbeing. You can count on our early September Open Day to find out everything you need, and to register for the events and courses.
In August 📖📺🎶 We are reading -> Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke We are watching -> Testimony on RTÉ Player, directed by Aoife Kelleher We are listening to -> Sanctuary with Evanescense
We have all sorts of things coming up in the autumn, both tried and trusted courses such as Creative Writing, and new things like Women’s Health and Wellbeing. You can count on our early September Open Day to find out everything you need, and to register for the events and courses.