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SUMMARY:Killiney Beach spring clean-up\, 28 February 2026
DESCRIPTION:Killiney Beach volunteer clean-up\, 28 February 2026\nCalling volunteers for our first beach clean of the year! Join KBCC and our team of volunteers. All equipment supplied. \nWhere: Meet at the Lifeguard Hut \nWhen: Sat 28 February 2026 \nTime: 11:00 am \n  \nIt’s a new start to the beach clean-up schedule for 2026. Are you new to the area? Would you like to volunteer for an hour on a Saturday morning? \nCome along\, bring a friend\, meet some locals and find some surprising items that just should not live on a beach! \nJust turn up or register your interest at info@killineycommunitycouncil.ie \n  \nThanking our volunteers\nKBCC would like to say a massive thanks to all our enthusiastic volunteers who joined our clean-ups during 2025. We look forward to a renewed energy for 2026. \nCompany volunteering\nWe are also very happy to hook up with companies in the vicinity wanting to get their staff out for a morning\, afternoon or evening clean-up\, helping you to tick that ‘corporate social responsibility’ box. \n‘Leave nothing but your footprints.’ \nSee our Events section for details on our next clean-up. \nNext clean-up: 28 March 2026
URL:https://killineycommunitycouncil.ie/event/killiney-beach-spring-clean-up-28-february-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250726T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250726T130000
DTSTAMP:20261007T105620
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UID:2237-1753527600-1753534800@killineycommunitycouncil.ie
SUMMARY:Killiney Beach clean-up\, 26 July 2025
DESCRIPTION:Killiney Beach clean-up\, 26 July 2025\nIt’s mid-summer beach clean time. Join KBCC and our team of volunteers. All equipment supplied. \nWhere: Meet at the Lifeguard Hut \nWhen: Sat 26 July 2025 \nTime: 11:00 am \nWhat to bring: Just yourself\, a friend and a friendly smile! \n  \nWhat a perfect way to spend a Saturday morning in the height of summer! Come along for part or all of the event\, have a dip or a stretch\, meet some locals and help us keep the beach squeaky clean! Let’s protect that blue flag while we have it. \nJust turn up or register your interest at info@killineycommunitycouncil.ie \n  \nThanking our volunteers\nA huge thanks to all our enthusiastic volunteers of all ages who regularly take part in the beach clean-ups\, as well as those who do so on their own merit all year round. \nCompany volunteering\nWe are also very happy to hook up with companies in the vicinity wanting to get their staff out for a morning\, afternoon or evening clean-up\, helping you to tick that ‘corporate social responsibility’ box. Look out for our event on World Ocean Day. \n‘Leave nothing but your footprints.’ \nSee our Events section for details on our next clean-up. \nNext clean-up: 23 August 2025
URL:https://killineycommunitycouncil.ie/event/killiney-beach-clean-up-26-july-2025/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250607T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250607T130000
DTSTAMP:20261007T105620
CREATED:20250502T161738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T185747Z
UID:2202-1749294000-1749301200@killineycommunitycouncil.ie
SUMMARY:World Oceans Day 2025 - Beach clean at Killiney Beach
DESCRIPTION:World Oceans Day celebration on Killiney Beach with KBCC \nThanks to all our volunteers\, contributors and visitors to our beach clean-up and stone art stand on World Oceans Day at Killiney Beach. \nKilliney Bay Community Council (KBCC) endeavours to raise awareness of the vital importance of our oceans in everyday life and the role they play in sustaining a healthy planet. We were very excited to be participating again in the global celebration that is World Oceans Day. \nBelow are some photos from the event: \n\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n  \n \n  \nThe theme for World Oceans Day 2025 was Wonder: Sustaining What Sustains Us. \nWant to get involved in volunteering in your local community\, simply email us at info@killineycommunitycouncil.ie \nJoin us on 26 July for the next Killiney Beach clean.
URL:https://killineycommunitycouncil.ie/event/world-oceans-day-2025-yoga-and-beach-clean-at-killiney-beach/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250503T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250503T130000
DTSTAMP:20261007T105620
CREATED:20250502T153209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T190620Z
UID:2199-1746270000-1746277200@killineycommunitycouncil.ie
SUMMARY:Killiney Beach clean-up\, 3 May 2025
DESCRIPTION:Killiney Beach clean-up\, 3 May 2025\nIt’s beach clean time again. Join KBCC and our team of volunteers. All equipment supplied. \nWhere: Meet at the Lifeguard Hut \nWhen: Sat 3 May 2025 \nTime: 11:00 am \nWhat to bring: Just yourself\, a friend and some good humour! \n  \nWith the beautiful weather\, what a perfect way to spend a Saturday morning! Come along\, meet some locals and help us keep the beach pristine for the sunny weather we’re enjoying! Get rid of those items that just shouldn’t be on the beach. \nJust turn up or register your interest at info@killineycommunitycouncil.ie \n  \nThanking our volunteers\nA huge thanks to all our enthusiastic volunteers of all ages who regularly take part in the beach clean-ups\, as well as those who do so on their own merit all year round. \nCompany volunteering\nWe are also very happy to hook up with companies in the vicinity wanting to get their staff out for a morning\, afternoon or evening clean-up\, helping you to tick that ‘corporate social responsibility’ box. \n‘Life’s a beach\, let’s clean it!’ \nSee our Events section for details on our next clean-up. \nNext clean-up: World Ocean Day 7 June 2025
URL:https://killineycommunitycouncil.ie/event/killiney-beach-clean-up-3-may-2025/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250329T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250329T130000
DTSTAMP:20261007T105620
CREATED:20250502T172432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T172551Z
UID:2216-1743246000-1743253200@killineycommunitycouncil.ie
SUMMARY:Killiney Beach clean-up\, 29 March 2025
DESCRIPTION:Killiney Beach clean-up\, 29 March 2025\nKBCC volunteers carry out regular clean-ups at Killiney Beach and surrounding areas during the year. \nWhy not join us on one of these events. \nWhere: Meet at the Lifeguard Hut \nTime: 11:00 am \nWhat to bring: Yourself\, a friend\, a smile! \n  \nAre you a beach-goer who likes a good clean beach? Come along\, meet some locals and find some surprising items that just don’t live on a beach! \nJust turn up or register your interest at info@killineycommunitycouncil.ie \n   \nThanking our volunteers\nA huge thanks to all our enthusiastic volunteers of all ages who regularly take part in the beach clean-ups\, as well as those who do so on their own merit all year round. \nCompany volunteering\nWe are also very happy to hook up with companies in the vicinity wanting to get their staff out for a morning\, afternoon or evening clean-up\, helping you to tick that ‘corporate social responsibility’ box. \n‘Leave nothing but your footprints.’ \nSee our Events section for details on our next clean-up. \nNext clean-up: 3 May 2025
URL:https://killineycommunitycouncil.ie/event/killiney-beach-clean-up-29-march-2025/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250222T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250222T123000
DTSTAMP:20261007T105620
CREATED:20250222T095909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T172738Z
UID:2189-1740222000-1740227400@killineycommunitycouncil.ie
SUMMARY:Killiney Beach clean-up\, 22 February 2025
DESCRIPTION:Killiney Beach clean-up\, 22 February 2025\nOur first beach clean of the year! Join KBCC and our team of volunteers. All equipment supplied. \nWhere: Meet at the Lifeguard Hut \nWhen: Sat 22 February 2025 \nTime: 11:00 am \nWhat to bring: Just yourself\, a friend and some good humour! \n  \nAre you a beach-goer who likes a good clean beach? Come along\, meet some locals and find some surprising items that just don’t live on a beach! \nJust turn up or register your interest at info@killineycommunitycouncil.ie \n  \nThanking our volunteers\nA huge thanks to all our enthusiastic volunteers of all ages who regularly take part in the beach clean-ups\, as well as those who do so on their own merit all year round. \nCompany volunteering\nWe are also very happy to hook up with companies in the vicinity wanting to get their staff out for a morning\, afternoon or evening clean-up\, helping you to tick that ‘corporate social responsibility’ box. \n‘Leave nothing but your footprints.’ \nSee our Events section for details on our next clean-up. \nNext clean-up: 29 March 2025
URL:https://killineycommunitycouncil.ie/event/killiney-beach-clean-up-22-february-2025/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20241016T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20241016T213000
DTSTAMP:20261007T105620
CREATED:20241015T140325Z
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UID:2159-1729108800-1729114200@killineycommunitycouncil.ie
SUMMARY:Windfarms and the changing awareness of local communities
DESCRIPTION:Public information meeting on ‘Windfarms and the changing awareness of local communities’\, co-hosted by Blue Ireland\, Dalkey Community Council and Killiney Bay Community Council.   \n\nWith increasing concern among the public about imminent marine industrial development along the Irish coastline\, we invite you to join us in a discussion on major wind farm developments planned for nearshore sites on Kish\, Bray and Codline sandbanks. \nThis should be of particular interest to residents of Dublin and North Wicklow\, from Howth to Wicklow Town. \n\n\n\n\n\nDate: Wednesday\, 16 October 2024\, 20:00pm \nVenue: Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel\, Killiney\, Co. Dublin \n\nBackground\nAs Ireland takes steps to address climate change\, it is vital that the actions taken do not exacerbate biodiversity loss\, but rather serve to protect\, conserve and restore our precious marine environment (Blue Ireland). \nFor further information\, please contact info@blueireland.org or get in touch with KBCC at info@killineycommunitycouncil.ie. \n  \nWe are all impacted by climate change. Let’s give a voice to those who have no voice. \nEverything is connected  \n(Jean-Michel Cousteau) \n\nInformation meeting in association with Blue Ireland Coalition\, Dalkey Community Council and Killiney Community Council. 
URL:https://killineycommunitycouncil.ie/event/windfarms-and-the-changing-awareness-of-local-communities/
LOCATION:Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel\, Killiney\, Dublin\, A96 N125\, Ireland
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240921T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240921T130000
DTSTAMP:20261007T105620
CREATED:20240916T120843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T120843Z
UID:2138-1726916400-1726923600@killineycommunitycouncil.ie
SUMMARY:Killiney Beach clean-up\, 21 September 2024
DESCRIPTION:Killiney Beach end of summer clean-up\, 21 September 2024\nOur September beach clean is nearly here! Join KBCC and our team of volunteers. All equipment supplied. \nWhere: Meet at the Lifeguard Hut \nWhen: Sat 21 September 2024 \nTime: 11:00 am \nWhat to bring: Just yourself\, a friend and some good humour! \n  \nAre you a beach-goer who likes a good clean beach? Come along\, meet some locals and find some surprising items that just don’t live on a beach! \nJust turn up or register your interest at info@killineycommunitycouncil.ie \n  \nThanking our volunteers\nA huge thanks to all our enthusiastic volunteers of all ages who regularly take part in the beach clean-ups\, as well as those who do so on their own merit all year round. \nCompany volunteering\nWe are also very happy to hook up with companies in the vicinity wanting to get their staff out for a morning\, afternoon or evening clean-up\, helping you to tick that ‘corporate social responsibility’ box. \n‘Leave nothing but your footprints.’ \nSee our Events section for details on our next clean-up. \nNext clean-up: 19 October 2024
URL:https://killineycommunitycouncil.ie/event/killiney-beach-clean-up-21-september-2024/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240824T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240824T130000
DTSTAMP:20261007T105620
CREATED:20240801T075753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T120501Z
UID:2121-1724497200-1724504400@killineycommunitycouncil.ie
SUMMARY:Killiney Beach summer clean-up\, 24 August 2024
DESCRIPTION:Killiney Beach summer clean-up\, 24 August 2024\nOur second summer beach clean is around the corner! Join KBCC and our team of volunteers. All equipment supplied. \nWhere: Meet at the Lifeguard Hut \nWhen: Sat 24 August 2024 \nTime: 11:00 am \nWhat to bring: Summer vibes and good humour! \n  \nAre you a beach-goer who likes a good clean beach? Come along\, meet some locals and find some surprising items that just don’t live on a beach! \nJust turn up or register your interest at info@killineycommunitycouncil.ie \n  \nThanking our volunteers\nA huge thanks to all our enthusiastic volunteers of all ages who regularly take part in the beach clean-ups\, as well as those who do so on their own merit all year round. \nCompany volunteering\nWe are also very happy to hook up with companies in the vicinity wanting to get their staff out for a morning\, afternoon or evening clean-up\, helping you to tick that ‘corporate social responsibility’ box. \n‘Leave nothing but your footprints.’ \nSome photos from the event\n   \nSee our Events section for details on our next clean-up. \nNext clean-up: 21 September 2024
URL:https://killineycommunitycouncil.ie/event/killiney-beach-summer-clean-up-24-august-2024/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240720T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240720T130000
DTSTAMP:20261007T105620
CREATED:20240718T141025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240718T141025Z
UID:2114-1721473200-1721480400@killineycommunitycouncil.ie
SUMMARY:Killiney Beach summer clean-up: 20 July 2024
DESCRIPTION:Killiney Beach summer clean-up\, 20 July 2024\nOur summer beach clean is here! Join KBCC and our team of volunteers this Saturday. All equipment supplied. \nWhere: Meet at the Lifeguard Hut \nWhen: Sat 20 July 2024 \nTime: 11:00 am \nWhat to bring: Good humour and dress for the hopefully sunny weather \n  \nAre you a beach-goer who likes a good clean beach? Come along\, meet some locals and find some surprising items that just don’t live on a beach! \nJust turn up or register your interest at info@killineycommunitycouncil.ie \n  \nThanking our volunteers\nA huge thanks to all our enthusiastic volunteers of all ages who regularly take part in the beach clean-ups\, as well as those who do so on their own merit all year round. \nCompany volunteering\nWe are also very happy to hook up with companies in the vicinity wanting to get their staff out for a morning\, afternoon or evening clean-up\, helping you to tick that ‘corporate social responsibility’ box. \n‘Leave nothing but your footprints.’ \nSee our Events section for details on our next clean-up. \nNext clean-up: 24 August 2024
URL:https://killineycommunitycouncil.ie/event/killiney-beach-summer-clean-up-20-july-2024/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240608T101500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240608T130000
DTSTAMP:20261007T105620
CREATED:20240521T104008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T120431Z
UID:2100-1717841700-1717851600@killineycommunitycouncil.ie
SUMMARY:World Oceans Day 2024 - Killiney Beach clean-up & yoga session
DESCRIPTION:Thanks to all for joining us on Killiney Beach on Sat 8 June 2024 for our regular clean-up and special yoga session by the sea to celebrate World Oceans Day. This year’s theme was Awaken new depths. \n\n\n\n\n\nKilliney Bay Community Council (KBCC) endeavours to raise awareness of the vital importance of our oceans in everyday life and the role they play in sustaining a healthy planet. We were delighted to be participating once again in this global celebration. A huge thanks to our instructors and participants in our special yoga session by the sea to enjoy the many benefits of the sea air for our health. \n  \n  \n\nWhen: 10:15–13.00\, Saturday 8 June 2024\n10.15am for 30-min yoga session\, followed by 11am beach clean-up and refreshments\nWhere: Meet at the Lifeguard Hut\, Killiney Beach\nWhat to bring: Bring you own yoga mat or towel. Litter pickers and gloves supplied. \n\nWorld Oceans Day aims to ‘inform the public of the impact of human actions on the ocean\, develop a worldwide movement of citizens for the ocean\, and mobilize and unite the world’s population on a project for the sustainable management of the world’s oceans.’ For this year\, the event is being celebrated on 7 June 2024\, although the official UN designation of World Oceans Day remains 8 June. \nSome photos from the event\n\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n		\n\nJust turn up or register your interest for this event \nFurther information at: info@killineycommunitycouncil.ie
URL:https://killineycommunitycouncil.ie/event/world-oceans-day-2024-killiney-beach-clean-up-yoga-session/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240518T104500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240518T123000
DTSTAMP:20261007T105620
CREATED:20240217T170116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240217T170116Z
UID:2072-1716029100-1716035400@killineycommunitycouncil.ie
SUMMARY:Killiney Beach clean-up: 18 May 2024
DESCRIPTION:Killiney Beach clean-up\, 18 May 2024\nJoin us for the third official clean-up of the year by KBCC and our team of volunteers. All equipment supplied. \nWhere: Meet at the Lifeguard Hut \nWhen: Sat 18 May 2024 \nTime: 10.45am \nWhat to bring: Good humour and dress for the weather \n  \nAre you a beach-goer who likes a good clean beach? Come along\, meet some locals and find some surprising items that just don’t live on a beach! \nJust turn up or register your interest at info@killineycommunitycouncil.ie \n  \nThanking our volunteers\nA huge thanks to all our enthusiastic volunteers of all ages who regularly take part in the beach clean-ups\, as well as those who do so on their own merit all year round. \nCompany volunteering\nWe are also very happy to hook up with companies in the vicinity wanting to get their staff out for a morning\, afternoon or evening clean-up\, helping you to tick that ‘corporate social responsibility’ box. \n‘Leave nothing but your footprints.’ \nSee our Events section for details on our next clean-up. \nNext clean-up: World Ocean Day 8 June 2024
URL:https://killineycommunitycouncil.ie/event/killiney-beach-clean-up-18-may-2024/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240420T104500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240420T123000
DTSTAMP:20261007T105620
CREATED:20240217T170100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240217T170100Z
UID:2071-1713609900-1713616200@killineycommunitycouncil.ie
SUMMARY:Killiney Beach clean-up: 20 April 2024
DESCRIPTION:Killiney Beach clean-up\, 20 April 2024\nJoin us for the second official clean-up of the year by KBCC and our team of volunteers. All equipment supplied. \nWhere: Meet at the Lifeguard Hut \nWhen: Sat 20 April 2024 \nTime: 10.45am \nWhat to bring: Good humour and dress for the weather \n  \nAre you a beach-goer who likes a good clean beach? Come along\, meet some locals and find some surprising items that just don’t live on a beach! \nJust turn up or register your interest at info@killineycommunitycouncil.ie \n  \nThanking our volunteers\nA huge thanks to all our enthusiastic volunteers of all ages who regularly take part in the beach clean-ups\, as well as those who do so on their own merit all year round. \nCompany volunteering\nWe are also very happy to hook up with companies in the vicinity wanting to get their staff out for a morning\, afternoon or evening clean-up\, helping you to tick that ‘corporate social responsibility’ box. \n‘Leave nothing but your footprints.’ \nSee our Events section for details on our next clean-up. \nNext clean-up: 18 May 2024
URL:https://killineycommunitycouncil.ie/event/killiney-beach-clean-up-20-april-2024/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240312T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240312T193000
DTSTAMP:20261007T105620
CREATED:20240306T005542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T010452Z
UID:2081-1710271800-1710271800@killineycommunitycouncil.ie
SUMMARY:Windfarms & Wildlife: Protecting the Bay's Habitats
DESCRIPTION:Join our information meeting on ‘Windfarms & Wildlife – Protecting the Bay’s Habitats’\, hosted by Killiney Bay and Dalkey Community Councils on 12 March.  \n\nA conversation on Ireland’s offshore wind challenge: ‘Uncover the Realities\, Explore the Concerns’ \n\n\n\n\n\nDate: Tuesday\, 12 March 2024\, 19.30pm \nVenue: Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel\, Killiney\, Co. Dublin \n\nGuest speakers\n\nMarie Louise Heffernan: ‘From terns to turbines: Sustaining Dublin bay’s rich ecology’\nMarie Louise is a Chartered Environmental Scientist (CEnv) and full member of the Chartered Institute for Ecology and Environmental Management (MCIEEM) and holds over 30 years of experience as an ecologist. A Trinity College Dublin graduate\, she established Aster Environmental Consultants in 2002. She was a government-appointed member of the Board of Directors of Inland Fisheries Ireland (2019 to 2022). A nationally recognised expert in the Habitats Directive\, she specialises in biodiversity planning in the coastal zone\, has experience in marine breeding birds and her overall interest is balancing sustainable development with environmental protection.\n\n  \n\nDr Michael O’Meara\, Blue Horizon\nMichael is a Director of Blue Horizon\, a citizens’ group based in Waterford. He has a longstanding appreciation of nature and the sea and holds the record for kayaking solo around Ireland\, a record held since 2015. He brings this passion for nature and his knowledge of the sea and coastal environment to the Blue Horizon campaign which calls for a 22km turbine-free zone off the Waterford coast in order to protect marine biodiversity\, the local fishing economy\, seascapes and tourism interests. During the course of his work for Blue Horizon\, he has amassed knowledge and experience of many aspects of the offshore wind industry and its management in Ireland.\n\nRegister on Eventbrite\nFree admission. Just register your attendance.  \n\n\nInformation meeting in association with Dalkey Community Council and Killiney Bay Community Council. 
URL:https://killineycommunitycouncil.ie/event/windfarms-wildlife-protecting-the-bays-habitats/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240217T104500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240217T123000
DTSTAMP:20261007T105620
CREATED:20240215T104627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240217T165149Z
UID:2051-1708166700-1708173000@killineycommunitycouncil.ie
SUMMARY:Killiney Beach Spring Clean-up: 17 February 2024
DESCRIPTION:Killiney Beach spring clean-up 2024\nThe first official clean-up of the year by KBCC and our team of volunteers. Thanks to all who joined us. \nWhere: Meet at the Lifeguard Hut \nWhen: Sat 17 February 2024 \nTime: 10.45am \nWhat to bring: Good humour and dress for the weather \n  \nToday’s pick: \n \n  \nAre you a beach-goer who likes a good clean beach? Come along\, meet some locals and find some surprising items that just don’t live on a beach! \nJust turn up or register your interest at info@killineycommunitycouncil.ie \n  \nThanking our volunteers\nA huge thanks to all our enthusiastic volunteers of all ages who regularly take part in the beach clean-ups\, as well as those who do so on their own merit all year round. \nCompany volunteering\nWe are also very happy to hook up with companies in the vicinity wanting to get their staff out for a morning\, afternoon or evening clean-up\, helping you to tick that ‘corporate social responsibility’ box. \n‘Leave nothing but your footprints.’ \nSee our Events section for details on our next clean-up. \nNext clean-up: 20 April 2024
URL:https://killineycommunitycouncil.ie/event/killiney-beach-spring-clean-up-17-february-2024/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230826T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230826T150000
DTSTAMP:20261007T105620
CREATED:20230627T031943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230627T031943Z
UID:2042-1693047600-1693062000@killineycommunitycouncil.ie
SUMMARY:Killiney Beach end-of-summer beach clean-up
DESCRIPTION:Come join the volunteers at Killiney Bay Community Council for our end-of-summer beach clean-up 2023. \nWhen: 11.00 – 13.00\, 26 August 2023 \nWhere: Meet at the Lifeguard Hut \n  \nRemember to leave nothing but your footprints.  \nSee our Events section for details on our various beach clean-ups. \nJust turn up or register your interest at info@killineycommunitycouncil.ie
URL:https://killineycommunitycouncil.ie/event/killiney-beach-end-of-summer-beach-clean-up/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230729T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230729T130000
DTSTAMP:20261007T105620
CREATED:20230627T031307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230711T233650Z
UID:2037-1690628400-1690635600@killineycommunitycouncil.ie
SUMMARY:Killiney Beach summer clean-up 2023
DESCRIPTION:Come join the volunteers at Killiney Bay Community Council for our summer beach clean-up 2023. \nWhen: 11.00 – 13.00\, 29 July 2023 \nWhere: Meet at the Lifeguard Hut \n  \nRemember to leave nothing but your footprints.  \nSee our Events section for details on our various beach clean-ups. \nJust turn up or register your interest at info@killineycommunitycouncil.ie
URL:https://killineycommunitycouncil.ie/event/killiney-beach-summer-clean-up-2023/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230609T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230609T130000
DTSTAMP:20261007T105620
CREATED:20230529T224707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230529T224707Z
UID:2030-1686304800-1686315600@killineycommunitycouncil.ie
SUMMARY:Eurofound Open Day - Free event - 9 June 2023
DESCRIPTION:Our neighbours Eurofound\, the EU Agency for carrying out research on living and working in Europe\, based in Loughlinstown\, will host an Open Day on 9 June 2023. \nThe Agency is opening its doors to locals and community groups\, in collaboration with Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council\, to learn about their work\, explore the grounds\, talk to the team\, and hear about their recent achievements in improving the environmental performance of the organisation. \nTime: 10.00-13.00 \nKilliney Bay Community Council (KBCC) will participate\, also showcasing our work in the community\, with volunteers on hand to answer any questions. We invite you to register and learn more about us too! \nRegister for the event \n 
URL:https://killineycommunitycouncil.ie/event/eurofound-open-day-free-event-9-june-2023/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230608T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230608T180000
DTSTAMP:20261007T105620
CREATED:20230529T221913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230529T222002Z
UID:2025-1686240000-1686247200@killineycommunitycouncil.ie
SUMMARY:World Oceans Day 2023 - Killiney Beach clean-up
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Killiney Beach on 8 June 2022 for our clean-up to celebrate World Oceans Day. This year’s theme is Planet Ocean: tides are changing.  \nKilliney Bay Community Council (KBCC) endeavours to raise awareness of the vital importance of our oceans in everyday life and the role they play in sustaining a healthy planet. We are delighted to be participating once again in this global celebration. \n  \nWhen: 16.00-18.00\, 8 June 2023 \nWhere: Meet at the Lifeguard Hut \nWorld Oceans Day aims to ‘inform the public of the impact of human actions on the ocean\, develop a worldwide movement of citizens for the ocean\, and mobilize and unite the world’s population on a project for the sustainable management of the world’s oceans.’ \nJust turn up or register your interest for this event \nFurther information at: info@killineycommunitycouncil.ie
URL:https://killineycommunitycouncil.ie/event/world-oceans-day-2023/
LOCATION:Killiney Beach
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230422T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230422T130000
DTSTAMP:20261007T105620
CREATED:20230216T185007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T003617Z
UID:1999-1682161200-1682168400@killineycommunitycouncil.ie
SUMMARY:Killiney Beach clean-up: 22 April 2023
DESCRIPTION:Are you a beach-goer who likes a good clean beach? Come along on 22 April 2023\, meet some locals and have a bit of banter and a cuppa at our next beach clean. \n\nWhere: Lifeguard Hut\nWhen: 11am\n\nJust turn up or register your interest at info@killineycommunitycouncil.ie \n \nThanking our volunteers\nA huge thanks to all our enthusiastic volunteers of all ages who regularly take part in the beach clean-ups\, as well as those who do so on their own merit all year round. \nCompany volunteering\nWe are also very happy to hook up with companies in the vicinity wanting to get their staff out for a morning\, afternoon or evening clean-up\, helping you to tick that ‘corporate social responsibility’ box. \n‘Leave nothing but your footprints.’ \nSee our Events section for details on past and future clean-ups. \n 
URL:https://killineycommunitycouncil.ie/event/killiney-beach-clean-up-22-april-2023/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230211T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230211T130000
DTSTAMP:20261007T105620
CREATED:20230130T224801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230216T184003Z
UID:1974-1676113200-1676120400@killineycommunitycouncil.ie
SUMMARY:Killiney Beach spring clean-up: 11 February 2023
DESCRIPTION:Killiney Beach spring clean-up 2023\nThanks to the lovely bunch of volunteers who joined us on 11 February 2023 for the first official KBCC beach clean-up of this year. We kicked off from the Lifeguard Hut at the usual time of 11.00am and scoured the beach for an hour finding all sorts of stuff that just doesn’t live on a beach. \nAre you a beach-goer who likes a good clean beach? Come along\, meet some locals and have a bit of banter and a cuppa at our next beach clean\, planned for 8 April. \nJust turn up or register your interest at info@killineycommunitycouncil.ie \n  \nThanking our volunteers\nA huge thanks to all our enthusiastic volunteers of all ages who regularly take part in the beach clean-ups\, as well as those who do so on their own merit all year round. \nCompany volunteering\nWe are also very happy to hook up with companies in the vicinity wanting to get their staff out for a morning\, afternoon or evening clean-up\, helping you to tick that ‘corporate social responsibility’ box. \n‘Leave nothing but your footprints.’ \nSee our Events section for details on our next clean-up. \n 
URL:https://killineycommunitycouncil.ie/event/killiney-beach-spring-clean-up-11-february-2023/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220927T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220927T210000
DTSTAMP:20261007T105620
CREATED:20220924T093736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221003T210601Z
UID:1931-1664307000-1664312400@killineycommunitycouncil.ie
SUMMARY:Winds of change: How protected are our seas? - Event 27 September 2022
DESCRIPTION:Our second ‘Winds of change’ information evening was another opportunity for locals to come together and be informed on important issues for our shoreline and marine environment. \nThis hybrid event was held on Tuesday 27 September at the Royal Marine Hotel\, Dun Laoghaire\, hosted by the Killiney Bay Community Council and Dalkey Community Council \n  \n\nWatch the event recording\n \nSpeakers\n\nDr Cormac Walsh\, Spatial Planning Consultant\, presented his review on the National Marine Planning Framework (NMPF)\, with findings and recommendations. This legal framework\, as approved by the Oireachtas in December 2021\, intends to set out how Ireland will use\, protect and enjoy its seas in the years up to 2040.\nDr Valerie Freeman\, Coastal Concern Alliance\, spoke about ‘Harnessing our Ocean Wealth: An Integrated Marine Plan for Ireland\, 2012’ and the ‘Offshore Renewable Energy Development Plan\, 2014’.\n\nAgenda\n\n19.30 – Welcome – Susan McDonnell\n19.35 – Video presentation\n19.50 – Introduction to meeting and speakers\n20.00 – National Marine Planning Framework (NMPF) – A Review by Dr Cormac Walsh\n20.20 – A comment on other marine plans – Dr Valerie Freeman\n20.30 – Q&As\n21.00 – End of meeting\n\nBackground\nOffshore wind is to play a significant role in Ireland’s decarbonisation. \nSustainable offshore wind farm strategies need  to protect\, conserve and help restore our marine environment. \nDesignating and implementing Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) is running behind plans to build a string of wind farms along the east and south coasts.  \nThis event is a follow-up to our previous ‘Winds of change at sea‘ public discussion held on 20 July 2022 and hosted by the Killiney Bay Community Council\, Dalkey Community Council and Fair Seas.  \n  \n 
URL:https://killineycommunitycouncil.ie/event/winds-of-change-how-protected-are-our-seas-event-27-september-2022/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220903T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220903T130000
DTSTAMP:20261007T105620
CREATED:20220607T224743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220915T112100Z
UID:1895-1662202800-1662210000@killineycommunitycouncil.ie
SUMMARY:Killiney Beach summer clean-up
DESCRIPTION:Join the volunteers at Killiney Bay Community Council for another opportunity to make a difference along our Irish coastline. We are delighted to have Dr Grace Gott from University College Dublin at our summer beach clean-up to give us an insight into ‘Ireland’s Blue Carbon‘. \nWhen: 11.00 – 13.00\, 3 September 2022 \nWhere: Meet at the Lifeguard Hut \nTalk: Ireland’s Blue Carbon by Dr Grace Gott \nAfter: We welcome you to a ‘Lunch by the sea’ after the clean-up \nRemember to leave nothing but your footprints.  \nSee our Events section for details on our next clean-up. \nJust turn up or register your interest at info@killineycommunitycouncil.ie \nWhat is Blue Carbon?\n‘Blue Carbon’ refers to the uptake of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere by natural marine and coastal habitats in a way that can be quantified. \nFurther reading: Blue Carbon Ireland
URL:https://killineycommunitycouncil.ie/event/killiney-beach-summer-clean-up-3-september-2022/
LOCATION:Killiney Beach
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220720T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220720T210000
DTSTAMP:20261007T105620
CREATED:20220719T124654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221003T210640Z
UID:1911-1658345400-1658350800@killineycommunitycouncil.ie
SUMMARY:Winds of change at sea - Event 20 July 2022
DESCRIPTION:This was our first ‘Winds of change at sea’ information evening\, hosted by the Killiney Bay Community Council\, Dalkey Community Council and Fair Seas. \nThis was an opportunity for locals to come together and be informed on important issues for our shoreline and marine environment. \n\n  \n\nWhen: Wednesday 20 July – 19:30-21:00\nWhere: Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel in Killiney\n\n\nWatch the event recording\n\n  \nAgenda\n\n19:30 – Welcome and introduction\, Susan McDonnell\, Dalkey Community Council\n19:45 – Revitalising our seas\, Areas of Interest (AOIs) for Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) around the Irish Coast\, Regina Classen\, Fair Seas\n20:15 – Q&A\n20:30 – Is there a conflict with MPAs and offshore windfarm development\, Seana Kevaney\, Killiney Bay Community Council (KBCC) volunteer\n20:45 – Q&A\n21:00 – Closing of meeting\n\nBackground\nOffshore wind is to play a significant role in Ireland’s decarbonisation. \nMarine Protected Areas (MPAs) need to be identified in Irish Waters to protect\, conserve and restore our marine environment. \nThe ‘Revitalising our Seas‘ report by Fair Seas starts the conversation for communities to engage in the process of marine development. \n \nFurther information\nRead about our second event in this series\, held on 27 September. \n\nWinds of change: How protected are our seas? – Event 27 September 2022
URL:https://killineycommunitycouncil.ie/event/winds-of-change-at-sea-event-20-july-2022/
LOCATION:Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel\, Killiney\, Dublin\, A96 N125\, Ireland
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220608T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220608T180000
DTSTAMP:20261007T105620
CREATED:20220419T214348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220607T222230Z
UID:1851-1654705800-1654711200@killineycommunitycouncil.ie
SUMMARY:World Oceans Day 2022 - Killiney Beach clean-up & Tea by the sea
DESCRIPTION:Come join us on Killiney Beach on 8 June 2022 for our clean-up to celebrate World Oceans Day. Killiney Bay Community Council (KBCC) would like to raise awareness of the vital importance of our oceans and the role they play in sustaining a healthy planet. A global celebration\, it looks to bring people and organisations together across the world to celebrate and honour our oceans. \nThis year\, we welcome guest speaker Dr Derek Cawley\, representing a group of Irish Doctors for the Environment\, who will speak on the link between health and the environment. \nWhen: 16.30\, 8 June 2022 \nWhere: Meet at the Lifeguard Hut \n16.30 – 17. 15: Beach clean \n17.15 – 17.45: ‘Our Ocean\, Our Health\, Our Concern’\, Dr Derek Cawley\, Doctors for the Environment. Learn about the relationship between a healthy ocean and healthy humans. \n18.00 Join us for ‘Tea by the sea’ after the clean-up. \nJust turn up or register your interest for this event \nFurther information at: info@killineycommunitycouncil.ie
URL:https://killineycommunitycouncil.ie/event/world-oceans-day-2022/
LOCATION:Killiney Beach
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220513T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220513T130000
DTSTAMP:20261007T105620
CREATED:20220513T120054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220518T160512Z
UID:1869-1652439600-1652446800@killineycommunitycouncil.ie
SUMMARY:LinkedIn volunteer clean-up at Killiney beach
DESCRIPTION:On Friday 13 May\, Killiney Bay Community Council was delighted to hook up with a team of volunteers from LinkedIn\, Dublin\, to carry out a clean-up at Killiney beach. A huge thanks to all the enthusiastic volunteers. \nWe welcome other organisations to do the same and are happy to join forces at each opportunity. \n‘Leave nothing but your footprints.’ \nSee our Events section for details on our next clean-up. \nJust turn up or register your interest at info@killineycommunitycouncil.ie \n 
URL:https://killineycommunitycouncil.ie/event/linkedin-volunteer-clean-up-at-killiney-beach/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220423T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220423T130000
DTSTAMP:20261007T105620
CREATED:20220419T215431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220518T175904Z
UID:1853-1650711600-1650718800@killineycommunitycouncil.ie
SUMMARY:Ballybrack Village spring clean: 23 April 2022
DESCRIPTION:Want to do something worthwhile on a Saturday morning? Thanks to all who joined us on the streets and laneways of Ballybrack Village and surrounds on 23 April 2022 for our spring clean-up\, supporting the National Spring Clean run by An Taisce. \nWhen: 11.00am \nWhere: Michael Davitt Memorial at Ballybrack Village crossroads \nThe local community council KBCC encourages everyone\, young and old\, to help keep our neighbourhood clean. \nThe clean-up was be followed by light refreshments sponsored by The Igo Inn. Thanks to all at the Igo for supporting us. \nSee our Events section for details on our next clean-up. \nJust turn up or register your interest at info@killineycommunitycouncil.ie
URL:https://killineycommunitycouncil.ie/event/join-the-ballybrack-village-spring-clean-23-april-2022/
LOCATION:Ballybrack\, Ballybrack Village\, Dublin
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220402T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220402T130000
DTSTAMP:20261007T105620
CREATED:20220401T163212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220419T222934Z
UID:1844-1648897200-1648904400@killineycommunitycouncil.ie
SUMMARY:Killiney Beach spring clean-up: 2 April 2022
DESCRIPTION:Killiney Beach spring clean-up 2022\nThe first official KBCC beach clean-up for this year took place on 2 April 2022\, kicking off from the Lifeguard Hut at 11.00am. \nThanks to all of you who volunteered. As always\, we appreciate you getting involved. \n \nWe welcome all volunteers to help remove litter at every opportunity. And we ask beach-goers to remove even small amounts each time you visit the beach. A 2-minute beach clean by many of us can make a big difference. Even encourage the kids to do a mini bucket clean-up. \nA huge thanks to all our enthusiastic volunteers of all ages who regularly take part in the beach clean-ups\, as well as those who do so on their own merit all year round. \n‘Leave nothing but your footprints.’ \nSee our Events section for details on our next clean-up. \nJust turn up or register your interest at info@killineycommunitycouncil.ie
URL:https://killineycommunitycouncil.ie/event/killiney-beach-spring-clean-up-2-april-2022/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20211016T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20211016T130000
DTSTAMP:20261007T105620
CREATED:20210923T121036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211025T232235Z
UID:1779-1634382000-1634389200@killineycommunitycouncil.ie
SUMMARY:Killiney Beach autumn clean-up: 16 October 2021
DESCRIPTION:Killiney Beach clean-up autumn 2021.\nThe autumn beach clean-up took place on Saturday 16 October 2021\, kicking off from the Lifeguard Hut at 11.00am. Some pictures below. \nWhat a fab turnout! Thanks to all our enthusiastic volunteers and little helpers for joining in helping to clean up the beach. Some of you for the first time which is great to see. \nOur ‘Tea by the Sea‘ after the clean-up went down a treat. A big thank you to our sponsors: \n\nBreakaway Coffee at Killiney Dart station for the coffee\nFred and Nancys on Killiney Beach for the tasty drinks and pastries\nThe Igo Inn in Ballybrack for the delicious sandwiches\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Volunteers join the KBCC autumn beach clean-up 2021\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Volunteers at KBCC autumn beach clean-up 16 October 2021\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				KBCC autumn beach clean-up 16 October 2021\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				KBCC autumn beach clean-up 16 October 2021\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				‘Tea by the Sea’ during KBCC autumn beach clean-up 16 October 2021\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Enjoying ‘Tea by the Sea’ following KBCC autumn beach clean-up 16 October 2021\n				\n		\n\nWe encourage all volunteers to help remove litter at every opportunity. A 2-minute beach clean by many of us can make a big difference. \nA huge thanks to all our volunteers who regularly take part in the beach clean-ups. See you next time. \nRegister your interest at info@killineycommunitycouncil.ie \n  \n 
URL:https://killineycommunitycouncil.ie/event/killiney-beach-autumn-clean-up-16-october-2021/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20210608T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20210608T183000
DTSTAMP:20261007T105620
CREATED:20210526T111209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210602T140351Z
UID:1715-1623169800-1623177000@killineycommunitycouncil.ie
SUMMARY:World Oceans Day
DESCRIPTION:Come and join our beach clean up to celebrate World Oceans Day on 8th June. Killiney Bay Community Council (KBCC) would like to raise awareness of the vital importance of our oceans and the role they play in sustaining a healthy planet. A global celebration\, it looks to bring people and organisations together across the world to celebrate and honour our ocean. \nThis year KBCC will reflect on the ocean’s role in people’s well-being through interactions with blue spaces that are sustainably managed. \n16.30 Meeting at the Blue Flag (beside lifeguards hut)\n16.35 – 17.30 Beach Clean up\n17.30 – 18.00 ‘Tea by the Sea’ \nPlease RSVP for the event at the link below:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.ie/e/world-ocean-day-killiney-beach-tickets-157693921765
URL:https://killineycommunitycouncil.ie/event/world-oceans-day-2021/
LOCATION:Killiney Beach
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