At February’s North Coast Exchange meeting, Linda and Martin gave a very inspirational, informal talk on Living Organically. They took us through the day and how, from morning to night, we can consider the chemicals we use over the day. Starting with teeth brushing in the morning, showering, cleaning the house through to paint and […]
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November 2023 Newsletter
The exchange is working October has been a very busy month for the North Coast Community Exchange with more than 1,200 waves worth of trades! People have been exchanging gardening jobs, eggs, jams, computer repairs, advice, reflexology, massages, yoga, graphics design, meditation course, volunteering jobs… It’s all about helping each other, making new friends, and […]
Community Exchange Tips
We all have something to share: you do not have to offer professional services, share the things you like spending time doing (e.g. nature/garden, pets care, exercising, cooking, walks, chats) Don’t be shy: learn to ask for help, if others do not know what you need, they won’t be able to reach out. Do not […]
Article in Ballycastle Chronicle
Did you know there is a group in Ballycastle? Learn more about the North Coast Community Exchange group in Ballycastle:
Let’s get practical
We had a really successful on Saturday, it was very practical with new people signing up and trading straight away. Thank you to everyone who came and took part, we got to know each other and built a sense of community. We traded some bread, vegetables, clothes, jewellery, toys, and exhibited some art for a […]
Great turnout at the Sandel Centre
A big thank you to all those who attended our January in-person meeting in the Sandel centre, more than 50 people showed up! Thanks to the fantastic networking by Wendy, we had a room full of interesting/interested people, from Dungannon, Derry, Belfast, Ballycastle and Coleraine area. We could not have expected this and are encouraged […]
First NCCE meetup in Ballycastle
Ballycastle first meeting report A great thank you to everyone who came to the Ballycastle meeting on Sunday 3 July 2022, with a very special thanks to Pauline who hosted beautifully the gathering and also to Dessie for his presentation on the Community Fridge and the lovely food that he brought. We wish Dessie all […]
Wave is our new community currency!
A new community currency for the North Coast Exchange! In April, we met at Maura’s gorgeous Summer House to discuss the launch of the North Coast Community Exchange. It was unanimously decided to rename the local community currency to Waves.