As part of our Nature & Ecology theme for 2025, we are exploring the very important biodiversity issue of Light. From morning to night the light that surrounds us – both natural and artificial – has a huge impact on biodiversity, whether positively or negatively. This specially curated programme creates space for Galway audiences to consider […]
As part of our Nature & Ecology theme for 2025, we are exploring the beauty and mystery of birds this May. ConTempo Countywide will be held in the newly renovated Mount Carmel Chapel in Loughrea on Saturday 24 April at 8pm in collaboration with Mount Carmel Concerts. ConTempo Quartet will perform pieces celebrating various birds, from their […]
World Wetlands Day is celebrated each year on 2 February to raise awareness about wetlands. Nearly 90% of the world’s wetlands have been degraded since the 1700s, and we are losing wetlands three times faster than forests. Yet, wetlands are critically important ecosystems that contribute to biodiversity, climate mitigation and adaptation, freshwater availability, world economies […]