After a busy summer, all in Le Chéile FRC are welcoming in cosier times enjoying the autumn foliage and Halloween coming very soon. At Le Chéile, we continue to be busy, welcoming, and full of community spirit as we work alongside and support people across North Cork.   

On 18th Sept we opened the Community Garden, situated just past the Le Cheile FRC main building. An afternoon of song and dance, food and chat was enjoyed by the community. The Garden is now open 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday, please call in and have a look, bring a coffee and tell your friends. Raised beds are available for all Community members to hire. Call Le Cheile FRC on 02242439 to register your interest.

Le Chéile is now running two busy toddler groups, one for each side of the river! Parents and little ones can enjoy the original Parent & Toddler Group (every Wednesday morning, 9.45-11.30am at the Blue Cube P51 VAK2) as well as the new Parent & Toddler Group (every Friday morning, 10-12pm at the Mercy Centre P51 PF10). Both groups are a lovely space for friendship, and support for the grown ups, while children enjoy a safe and engaging environment. For more information, contact Allison on 087 9008726.

A “meet and mingle” was attended by the Mallow Strollers walking group in Youghal recently. Great fun was had by all and the sun was shining! The group walked the beautiful boardwalk by the beach, followed by tea and scones, a sing song and a quiz. To hear more about the strollers walking group or to avail of any other Community Health Project activities please contact Leah at 087 433 5047.

As always, our multicultural community singing group One Town One Voice continues to bring joy and connection to Monday evenings. Led by song leader Rosie Geraghty, the group warmly welcomes new members from all cultures; no singing experience needed, and instruments are always welcome. For more information, contact Eithne at 087 7193257.

Our Laugh & Craft group meets every Tuesday at the Mercy Centre (P51 PF10). This relaxed and friendly group is all about unwinding with crafts, conversation, and a few laughs. No experience needed, for details, contact Allison at 087 9008726.

For families raising children on the autism spectrum, we offer a Support Group for Parents of Children on the Spectrum, meeting Mondays from 9.30–11am at Le Chéile FRC (P51 F344). This is a warm and understanding space to share experiences, information, and support. To join, contact Allison at 087 9008726.

Across all of our work, our Community Health Projects, Social Prescribing, Art Therapy, Family Support, and Counselling services remain central to what we do. Throughout the summer and beyond, we continue to deliver inclusive programmes for all ages and communities, including Men’s and Women’s Sheds, literacy supports for children and adults, and dedicated outreach for Ukrainian families.

Our purpose-built childcare centre continues to thrive, providing high-quality care alongside a vibrant outdoor play space where children aged 6 months to 6 years can learn, explore, and enjoy the summer sunshine.

We also offer affordable and flexible room hire for community groups, meetings, and events, with welcoming spaces suitable for gatherings of up to 150 people. For bookings or enquiries, please email bookings@lecheilefrc.ie or call 022 42439.

Le Chéile Family Resource Centre
Mallow, Co. Cork, P51 F344
Phone: 022 42439
Email: admin@lecheilefrc.ie
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Instagram: @lecheilefrc.mallow