Carlow Mental Health Assoc.
Promoting positive mental health in Carlow
International Women's Day 2026 Give to Gain interview with local writer Maria O Rourke, after a career in teaching spanning thirty years, Maria is now a dedicated writer, having completed a Masters in Creative Writing at the University of Limerick.
She draws on her own experiences in personal, work and family life to bring out what is universal in each individual experience.
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International Womens Day 2026 Give to Gain Interview with local Carlow choir director Mary Amond O Brien, who works with choirs from young to active retired on a local level but also choral director for NCH Cór na nÓg.
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We at Carlow Mental Health Association want to say a massive thank you to local choir director Mary Amond O’Brien and writer Marie O’Rourke for sharing their time and wisdom with us.
In a special series of conversations with CMHA member Catherine Horan, they dive into this year’s IWD theme: Give to Gain. They explore how their unique professions have empowered them, the resilience they’ve built along the way, and their personal insights on protecting mental health.
Set your reminders for March 8th:
10:00 AM: Mary Amond O’Brien’s conversation goes online.
12:00 PM: Marie O’Rourke’s conversation follows.
Join us on our social platforms to hear these inspiring stories of strength and empowerment.
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An evening of music with renowned local musician, Johnny Gleeson and Friends will be happening on Friday March 27th at St. Mary's Church of Ireland Church Carlow.
Tickets are €15.00 from https://www.eventbrite.com/e/johnny-gleeson-and-friends-tickets-1982948947682?aff=oddtdtcreator
All proceeds go to Carlow Mental Health Association.
From all the team at Carlow Mental Health Association a huge thank you to everyone who supported our Random Act of Kindness today.
To all the local businesses who donated to today's event, a massive thank you to you all for helping us spread the #kindness 😊 💛
Lidl Carlow
Lidl Tullow
SuperValu Carlow
SuperValu Tullow
Tesco Carlow
Tesco Tullow
Carlow Florist
Centra Carlow
Hicksons Carlow
St. Clare's Hospitality Food Kitchen
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