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Féile Fómhair - Harvest Day Fundraiser for The Palestinian Union of Agricultural Work Committees
Féile Fómhair – Our Harvest Day
A celebration of harvest, heritage and community in Kilfenora with live music, food, music, workshops and talks, raising funds for Palestinian farmers through UAWC.
Build School - Level One
Learn the fundamentals of building with the Common Knowledge team on our immersive 5-day construction course, suitable for all skill levels.
DIY Kitchen Cabinets
Learn how to design and build your own fully functioning kitchen cabinets in this two-day intensive workshop.
Spoon Carving with Hewn Spoons
Join us on a 2 day course with Hewn Spoons where you will learn the fundamentals of axework, knifework and spoon design.
Wood Turning for Beginners
Open to complete beginners, this course will equip you with the skills and confidence needed to begin, or continue your journey in wood turning.
DIY Tiling
Open to complete beginners, this course will equip you with the skills and confidence needed to take on various types of tiling jobs around the house.
Introduction to Steel Fabrication and Welding
Open to complete beginners, this two day course will help you discover the art of metal fabrication and welding - and leave confident in your ability to join metal together safely.
Introduction to Sewing
Join us for an immersive two day sewing course at The Common Knowledge Center. Learn the fundamentals of designing, making and repairing your own textiles.
DIY and Repair at Home
Open to complete beginners, this course will equip you with the skills and confidence needed to take on DIY, upcycling and alteration projects within your home.
Wood Turning for Beginners
Open to complete beginners, this course will equip you with the skills and confidence needed to begin, or continue your journey in wood turning.
DIY Kitchen Cabinets
Learn how to design and build your own fully functioning kitchen cabinets in this two-day intensive workshop.
Introduction to Weaving
Discover the artistry and joy of weaving your own scarf in our immersive workshop on a traditional loom
A Weekend of Willow Weaving
In this workshop participants will delve into the ancient craft of basketry, learning the intricate techniques that transform supple willow rods into two functional and beautiful baskets.
DIY Kitchen Cabinets
Learn how to design and build your own fully functioning kitchen cabinets in this two-day intensive workshop.
The Bog Sauna Launch Day with Free Foraging Experience
To celebrate the official launch day of The Bog Sauna, we offering the opportunity to twin your sauna with a foraging experience on our 50 acre site for no extra charge. Booking is essential as spaces are limited.
Introduction to Fermentation
On this Full Day workshop Llewyn Máire will introduce you to the world of fermentation, how to incorporate ferments into your daily life and play with flavours in everything from a shared meal to mocktails and fermented sodas.
Introduction to Weaving
Discover the artistry and joy of weaving your own scarf in our immersive workshop on a traditional loom
DIY and Repair at Home
Open to complete beginners, this course will equip you with the skills and confidence needed to take on DIY, upcycling and alteration projects within your home.
Land and Lore: Farm to Fork Feast at Common Knowledge September 5th
Land and Lore is a seasonal farm-to-fork dinner in County Clare celebrating Irish food, regenerative agriculture, and local producers.
Wood Turning
Open to participants who have completed our beginners wood turning course or those looking to continue their journey in wood turning.
Project Planning for Self Builders
Leave the tools at home and come and join Cian Corcoran and architect Ebanie Powell for a 4-day course focused on project managing your self-build. This is the first course of its kind in Ireland.
Introduction to Steel Fabrication and Welding
Open to complete beginners, this two day course will help you discover the art of metal fabrication and welding - and leave confident in your ability to join metal together safely.
Heritage Tour and Open Day
You are invited to join the Common Knowledge team for our August Heritage Open Day for National Heritage Week
Scything for Beginners
Learn how to mow meadows, lawns or veg patches using a traditional scythe in this hands-on, one-day course. You'll cover setup, technique, sharpening and tool care, with guidance from experienced land worker Chris Hayes.
Natural Building - Construction with Clay
Explore natural building techniques like cob, wattle and daub, and clay brick-making in this hands-on weekend course. Perfect for beginners ready to start their own natural building projects.
Traditional Stone Walling: Dry & Lime Bonding Techniques
Learn the ancient skill of traditional dry stone walling and leave with the ability to carry out repairs and new builds yourself.
A Weekend of Willow Weaving
In this workshop participants will delve into the ancient craft of basketry, learning the intricate techniques that transform supple willow rods into two functional and beautiful baskets.
REKINDLE Festival of Lost Skills 2025
Rekindle Festival of Lost Skills is returning to Parliament Street, Ennistymon - come long and join in this celebration of Intergenerational and intercultural exchanges, skill-sharing, Live Music, Workshops and Music.
LASRAÍ - Rekindle Festival of Lost Skills 2025
LASRAÍ is an evening of celebrating tradtional culture and skills with Paddy Keenan and guests Aoife Kelly Aindrias De Staic and Sean Lyons, Edwina Guckian with Dave Munnelly and Roisin El Cherif with Nora Casey kicking off with a panel from Aoife Kelly, Edwina Guckian and Harrison Gardner.
Build School - Level One
Learn the fundamentals of building with the Common Knowledge team on our immersive 5-day construction course, suitable for all skill levels.
Lime Plastering and Pointing
Discover and practice the best techniques for preparing walls, then rendering and plastering with lime.
Introduction to Furniture Design & Making
Design and craft your own solid hardwood stool while exploring the ergonomics, aesthetics and techniques involved in creating your own furniture.
Introduction to Sewing
Join us for an immersive two day sewing course at The Common Knowledge Center. Learn the fundamentals of designing, making and repairing your own textiles.
Dry Stone Walling for Beginners
Learn the ancient skill of traditional dry stone walling and leave with the ability to carry out repairs and new builds yourself.
DIY Concrete Countertops
Learn how to design, cast and finish a unique concrete slab that can be used for a variety of applications.
Wood Turning for Beginners
Open to complete beginners, this course will equip you with the skills and confidence needed to begin, or continue your journey in wood turning.
Land and Lore: Farm to Fork Feast at Common Knowledge
Land and Lore is a seasonal farm-to-fork dinner in County Clare celebrating Irish food, regenerative agriculture, and local producers.
Open Day: Heritage and Biodiversity Tour of the land
Explore the biodiversity and heritage of the land at Common Knowledge on a guided walk in Kilfenora, Co. Clare. Learn about native species, conservation efforts and local history, then enjoy tea and chats in the lodge. Part of our Heritage in Action programme, funded by The Heritage Council.
Build School - Level One
Learn the fundamentals of building with the Common Knowledge team on our immersive 5-day construction course, suitable for all skill levels.
Brick and Block Laying
Learn the fundamentals of block and brick laying in this two-day hands-on course.
DIY and Repair at Home
Open to complete beginners, this course will equip you with the skills and confidence needed to take on DIY, upcycling and alteration projects within your home.
A Weekend of Willow Weaving
In this workshop participants will delve into the ancient craft of basketry, learning the intricate techniques that transform supple willow rods into two functional and beautiful baskets.
DIY Kitchen Cabinets
Learn how to design and build your own fully functioning kitchen cabinets in this two-day intensive workshop.