Delve into the age-old practice of seed saving with expert organic gardener Roisín Cotter. In this informative session, hosted by Louth Urban Food Sanctuary’s Team, Roisín will guide you through the fascinating history of seed saving and its vital role in achieving seed security and sovereignty. Learn about the types of seeds that can be saved and the simple techniques to do so, ensuring the continuation of diverse and resilient plant varieties. Roisín will also spotlight two pioneering seed-saving organisations in Ireland: Irish Seed Savers and Brown Envelope Seeds. Discover how these companies are preserving genetic diversity and heritage crops in addition to supporting sustainable agriculture. If you would like to book a space, please email: creativeireland@louthcoco.ie 'The Still' is the newly developed "Outdoor Learning Hub" in Dundalk, developed with funding from the EU's VARCITIES project (more information here https://varcities.eu/pilot-cities/dundalk-ireland/). It is located within the courtyard area of County Library/Museum Quarter in Dundalk. The regeneration of this area will assist in the creation of a diverse, accessible, safe, inclusive and high–quality green area that will increase well-being and health and deliver a fair and equitable distribution of the associated benefits. The Louth Urban Food Sanctuary (LUFS) was launched in October 2023. This innovative project aims to help to mitigate against the increasing challenges of climate change, biodiversity loss and the rising cost of living by empowering Louth’s citizens with the skills to improve sustainability by developing our local food resilience. The project lead, Louth County Council, has partnered with Creative Spark and is working with local people to develop a community garden and to encourage home-growing. We are supported by Creative Ireland. Creative Ireland is a culture-based programme designed to promote individual, community and national well-being. The core proposition is that participation in cultural activity drives personal collective creativity, with significant implications for individual and societal well-being and achievement.

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The Still, Co. Louth