Whitethorn
Naas, Co. Kildare
Settled alongside the town of Naas in Co. Kildare, the Whitethorn estate has blossomed since 2022 into a growing, active community. The estate has held collaborative yard sales, coffee mornings, planting workshops, and holiday events. This young neighbourhood has been bursting with enthusiasm for one another.
One of Whitethorn’s favourite events this past year was a wreath making workshop! The event filled up quickly with 20 residents gathering together with beautiful foliage for a night of crafting and snacking.
Following the yard sale, “We collected around €200 and discussed with our neighbours which charities to donate to”.
Key Features
Community Action
We organised a very creative wreath making workshop with Aoife Munn as facilitator. The Luicne Centre is a beautiful local space for our workshops and loved by residents.
Working Together
In collaboration with another community, Elsmore, the Whitethorn residents put together an amazing yard sale. Yard sales are a great way to divert goods from landfills, build community, and find affordable sales.
Celebration
Towards the end of year, Whitethorn celebrated with their 2024 Street Feast! Families and friends brought tons of homemade, multicultural food. The delicious and lively event brought everyone closer together.