There might be something on in your neck of the woods.

Libraries across County Cork are set to come alive with conversation, creativity and community spirit as Cork County Council Library and Arts Service rolls out a countywide programme of events to celebrate International Women’s Day 2026.

Taking place on Sunday, March 8th, this year’s theme — “Give to Gain” — shines a light on the power of collective support and how sharing knowledge, encouragement and opportunity can uplift women and girls across communities.

Events begin today. Thursday, March 5th and continue throughout the month, with a mix of talks, workshops and cultural gatherings designed to celebrate women’s voices, achievements and wellbeing.

Here’s your easy-to-follow schedule of what’s happening and where:

📅 Thursday, 5th March

11.30am – Mitchelstown Library
Forest Bathing Meditation session
Free event, all welcome. No booking required.

📅 Friday, 6th March

11.30am – Kanturk Library
Talk: The Journey to Women’s Voting Rights
Free event, all welcome. No booking required.

2.30pm–4.30pm – Skibbereen Library
Skills for Life: Mindful Mending Workshop with designer Alice Halliday
Learn how to dress more sustainably.
Free event. Booking essential.

📅 Saturday, 7th March

11am – Midleton Library
Talk by Patricia Curtin on the women and girls from Midleton’s workhouse who travelled to Sydney in 1850
Free event, all welcome. No booking required.

2pm–4pm – Dunmanway Library
Skills for Life: Mindful Mending Workshop with Alice Halliday
Free event. Booking essential.

3pm – Bantry Library
Make-up Masterclass
Free event, all welcome. No booking required.

3pm – Kinsale Library
Women’s Poetry Reading
Free event, all welcome. No booking required.

📅 Saturday, 14th March

Hosted by Healthy Ireland with Registered Dietician and Gut Health Specialist Aoife McDonald

12pm – Carrigaline Library
Talk focusing on Women’s Health

3pm – Midleton Library
Talk focusing on Women’s Health

Free events, all welcome. No booking required.

📅 Saturday, 28th March

Talk by Sabine Eggers on the hidden cost of stress and how to manage it

11am – Mitchelstown Library
2pm – Mallow Library

Free events, all welcome. No booking required.

From meditation and mindful mending to history, health and poetry, this year’s programme offers something for everyone — whether you’re looking to learn, reflect, connect or simply be inspired.

All events are free, with booking required only for the Mindful Mending workshops. For further details, contact your local library branch.