Meet Our Next Artist at BloomHQ’s Art Gallery
We’re delighted to announce that Ray Murphy is the next artist to be showcased in our Mountrath gallery.

Join us for the official launch night, with refreshments served and a chance to connect with Ray and view his latest work.

Location: BloomHQ, Mountrath
Date/Time: 1st August @7pm

All support is warmly welcome - don’t miss out on a fantastic evening of local art and community!

🌞 The Cottage Market Is Back — and Better Than Ever! 🏡✨ -held at Macra Hall
We’ve added some fresh new touches to make this one extra special — just in time for the summer sun!

🎉 We're inviting YOU to come and enjoy a day packed with:
🛍️ Unique stalls from amazing local marketeers
🎨 Face painting fun for all ages
🥤 Refreshing summer treats
🎤 A lively open mic show full of local talent

But that’s not all — we’re also on the lookout for:
✨ New marketeers — if you’ve got handmade goods, food, art or crafts, now’s your time to shine!
🎤 Open mic performers — musicians, poets, comedians… we want to hear from you!

📲 Contact James at 086 258 3212 to get involved.

📅 This is the one to show up for! Whether you’re selling, performing, or just soaking it all in — bring your friends, bring your energy, and let’s make this the biggest and best market yet!

🌈 Summer vibes, local pride, and something for everyone — see you there! 💃🕺🌻

☀️ Cottage Market – This Saturday, 31st May!

Enjoy the sun, sip some tea or coffee, and wander through our lovely little market.
Local makers, good vibes, and plenty to discover.

Support the marketeers, grab a treat, and make a day of it.
Everyone’s welcome — bring a friend, or just come hang out! 🛍️🌼

The gallery of divine inspiration brings you the amazing art work by Bakalyna. The event will be on 30th of May 2025 starting at 7pm. Everyone is welcome to join or stop by and enjoy the art with some refreshments.

🎨 Join us tomorrow night at BloomHQ for our next art gallery event! All are welcome to enjoy an inspiring evening of local creativity, with refreshments served. See you all at 7 PM!

✨ Get ready to be fabulous at half the cost! ✨

Join us for a pre-loved fashion sale at BloomHQ on April 6th, from 11 AM - 4 PM. Find unique pieces and refresh your wardrobe, all while supporting your community. Want to sell? Rent a space for just 20€ (table provided, just bring your own rail)! For more details, check the contact info above. Don't miss out! 👗💫 #FashionForAll #PreLovedSale #BloomHQ

NEW ART EXHIBITION!

The gallery of divine inspiration brings you the amazing art work by Mary Slevin. The event will be on 4th of April 2025 starting at 7pm. Everyone is welcome to join or stop by and enjoy the art with some refreshments.

Mountrath St. Patrick’s Day Parade – Go Green!

Celebrate St Patrick’s Day with us in #Mountrath as we bring the town to life with music, fun, and Irish spirit!

The parade will set off from the GAA field at 12 PM, so dress in green, join the excitement, and let’s make it a day to remember!

🎄✨ Get ready for the most magical event of the year! 🎅🎉 Join us for our annual Christmas in the Convent – a festive celebration that will fill your heart with holiday cheer! 🧑‍🎄🎶

Explore a winter wonderland with sweet treats 🍪, gorgeous home decor 🎁, and a Christmas market filled with unique finds perfect for that last-minute gift. ✨ There’s fun for all ages – get your face painted 🎨, groove to live holiday tunes 🎤, and of course, don’t miss the chance to visit Santa in his magical grotto 🎅❄️!

Bring the whole family and make memories that’ll last a lifetime – we’ve got everything to make your season bright! 🌟 From festive shopping to sweet surprises, this is one event you won’t want to miss.

See you there! 🎄 #ChristmasInTheConvent

National Bike Week event in Mountrath
National Bike Week is coming up from the 11th - 19th of May this year and we are planning a great fun day for children here in Mountrath Health & Fitness Academy.
Saturday 11th May 12 pm- 2.30 pm
For kids 6-12 years
Warm up before cycling on our bikes kindly lent by Laois Sports Partnership
Cycle our fun Obstacle Course in our Basketball and Tennis courts
Learn about bike maintenance and repairs from Bikers Shed
Get some First Aid tips from a First Aid team
Get free hi-visibility gear sent by the Road Safety Authority RSA Ireland
Refreshments too!
All Thanks to @Bike Week Laois and Laois Volunteer
All in the Old Convent, Bloomhq, Patrick St, Mountrath, R32 DC58
All welcome.

❓❓Table Quiz🦉

The Class of 1990 are organising a Table Quiz to help with the restoration of the old Convent.

Thursday 2nd May

8 pm (doors open 7 pm)

Tables of 4 €40

Trophies and Cash Prizes, Raffle and lots of fun.

All in St Philomena's Hall, the Brigidine Convent, Mountrath, Co Laois R32 DC58

Book now on

https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/the-class-of-1990-restoration-project-table-quiz-registration-876681888127

Christmas in the Convent is our big annual family event.

We have a massive market with lots of beautiful locally made craft and food stalls a great chance to shop local, get special gifts and meet all in the community.

Carol singing from Cosy Cafe Choir

Bring your children to visit Santa in his special room.

2-6 pm in the old Convent grounds and St Philomena’s hall

https://laoistourism.ie/2023/festive-fun-in-laois.html

BloomHQ are proud to be hosting a Digital First Community day in partnership with Digital Ireland Network. Digital First day is a national crowdsourced series of events via panel discussion, meetup, and workshops takes place on 16th November 2022 highlighting how communities, small businesses, and social enterprises can leverage the benefits of digitalisation.

This national initiative reflects the objectives of the Government and the EU in respect of rural economic development, the circular economy, social enterprises as agents of change in society, the digital decade, and more.

At BloomHQ we will be hosting a series of events including ‘An intro to making your business visible online’

To find out more email Regina digitalinnovation@bloomhq.ie