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Through hands-on workshops, storytelling sessions, and a public exhibition, the project connects local history, personal expression, and traditional craftsmanship.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Participants\u2014members of TASK Training &amp; Support Kilkenny and Kilkenny Mental Health Community Services\u2014will engage with the rich heritage of the site, creatively repurposing slate to reflect themes of recovery, resilience, and renewal. The final exhibition, held in the grounds of the Auxiliary Hospital during Mental Health Week 2025, will showcase these stone carvings and celebrate the building\u2019s evolution from a 19th-century hospital to a modern centre for health and wellbeing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>This free public event will include open days and a family fun day in the Recovery Garden, offering a welcoming space for the community to connect, learn, and celebrate creativity. 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