# Event Details - **Event Name**: Embracing Change: A Celebration of Health, Wellbeing, Food & Community - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 24 Mar, 2026 at 06:30 pm – Tue, 24 Mar, 2026 at 10:00 pm - **Event Description**: An inspiring evening of health, wellbeing and local food, with talks, a live cookery demo and the launch of a new food‑waste recipe book.About this EventEmbracing Change: A Celebration of Health, Wellbeing & Community in County Carlow - Featuring a Live Cookery DemonstrationOn Tuesday, 24th March 2026, the elegant Ballykealey House Hotel in Ballon, Co. Carlow will host Embracing Change: An Evening of Health & Wellbeing - a warm, community-focused event designed to inspire healthier living, stronger connections, and practical environmental action.Running from 6:30pm to 10:00pm, the evening brings together local food voices, wellbeing insights, and sustainable living inspiration.The highlight of the event is a must‑see live cookery demonstration from Ballykealey House Hotel Chef Viktoria Boratyn, showcasing delicious, seasonal dishes that make it easy to reduce food waste at home.Event Highlights6:30pm – Arrival & Refreshments. Guests are invited to enjoy light refreshments and explore the extensive stands, while connecting with neighbours and exploring community food initiatives.7:00pm – Meet Local Food Producers and Educators. Discover how choosing local supports personal health and wellbeing, community resilience, and our shared environment as we chat to some local chefs, educators, cafe owners and local food producers.7:30pm – “Thrive with Lorraine” Talk. A practical and engaging session on the relationship between gut health and mental wellbeing, and how everyday food choices influence how we feel.8:00pm – The Evening’s Standout Experience: Live Cookery Demonstration. The event culminates in an inspiring cookery demo by Ballykealey House Hotel Chef Wiktoria Boratyn, who will bring the new County Carlow Food Waste Recipe Book - Saved & Savoured to life, share simple, seasonal, budget-friendly recipes, offer real-world tips for reducing food waste and show how to make nourishing meals your family will love.This demonstration is designed to leave guests motivated, confident, and excited to try new ideas from the new recipe book at home, all whilst being mindful of food waste.Supporting Sustainable Change in CarlowThe evening also marks the launch of Save & Savoured, County Carlow's Food Waste recipe book that celebrates Carlow's food without the waste. This is a community initiative aimed at helping us all reduce waste, save money, and make the most of local ingredients.Tickets – €10 + booking feeIncludes:Browse the extensive standsFree refreshments and tastersAccess to all talks and the cookery demonstrationEntry into the evening raffle and spot prizesA complimentary copy of the brand‑new Carlow Saved & Savoured recipe bookBuilding a Healthier Future TogetherEmbracing Change is more than an event, it’s a celebration of local food, shared knowledge, and positive community action. By bringing together producers, health advocates, chefs, and residents, the evening aims to spark simple, practical changes that benefit families and the wider environment alike.For more information or booking details, email dsewell@carlowcoco.ie or for transport enquiries, email dpower@carlowcoco.ie https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/6ca9ea60-19a1-11f1-9467-2923091d78de-rimg-w523-h740-dcf2f3f3-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ballon/embracing-change-a-celebration-of-health-wellbeing-food-and-community/100001984626801187 - **Event Categories**: health-wellness, food-drinks - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 11.7, max: 11.7, currency: EUR ## Event venue details - **city**: Ballon - **state**: WX - **country**: Ireland - **location**: Ballykealey House - **lat**: 52.2884852 - **long**: -6.4638835 - **full address**: Ballykealey House, Rosslare Road, Ballon, Ireland ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Embracing Change: A Celebration of Health, Wellbeing, Food & Community - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/a297bc8620f4683cde4581e5202cde768b03ca3336a68e1df6b4d5a875d2206c-rimg-w632-h492-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1772831666 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Embracing Change: A Celebration of Health, Wellbeing, Food & Community being held? - **A:** Embracing Change: A Celebration of Health, Wellbeing, Food & Community takes place on Tue, 24 Mar, 2026 at 06:30 pm to Tue, 24 Mar, 2026 at 10:00 pm at Ballykealey House, Rosslare Road, Ballon, Ireland. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Embracing Change: A Celebration of Health, Wellbeing, Food & Community? - **A:** Tickets for Embracing Change: A Celebration of Health, Wellbeing, Food & Community are priced at EUR 12 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionEUR 12 + EUR 2 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing Embracing Change: A Celebration of Health, Wellbeing, Food & Community? - **A:** Embracing Change: A Celebration of Health, Wellbeing, Food & Community is organized by Carlow County Council. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Embracing Change: A Celebration of Health, Wellbeing, Food & Community is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Ballon, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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