Events Archive
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Tue15Aug2023Sat30Sep2023Online Event
Public health dietitians N.I. have produced a series of new videos that have just been launched.
The Shop, Cook & Save video series are now live on YouTube so you can have a look
The series includes short videos on
• Cooking for one
• Batch cooking
• Slow cooking
• Shop and save
• Storage and reheating of food safely -
Sun26Mar202310:30am - 11:30am2 Royal Avenue, Belfast, BT1 1DA
A Belfast Festival of Learning event!
This creative arts workshop explores the connection between our memory and places or spaces in Belfast. Each participant is invited to add their own matchbox memory to build an alternative cityscape.
For further details: www.maywe.co.uk/2ra
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Sun26Mar202312noon - 1:00pm2 Royal Avenue, Belfast, BT1 1DA
A Belfast Festival of Learning event!
This creative arts workshop explores the connection between our memory and places or spaces in Belfast. Each participant is invited to add their own matchbox memory to build an alternative cityscape.
For further details: www.maywe.co.uk/2ra
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Sun26Mar20231:30pm - 2:30pm2 Royal Avenue, Belfast, BT1 1DA
A Belfast Festival of Learning event!
This creative arts workshop explores the connection between our memory and places or spaces in Belfast. Each participant is invited to add their own matchbox memory to build an alternative cityscape.
For further details: www.maywe.co.uk/2ra
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Sat25Mar202310am - 6pmBA-05-005, Ulster University, York Street, Belfast, BT15 1ED
A Belfast Festival of Learning event!
An introduction to feminist filmmaking! Working in small groups and using our own mobile phones, we will make feminist film shorts. After watching some feminist film and learning some key concepts, we will put our newfound knowledge into practice. Open to anyone over 15. Numbers limited, book early at contact details below.
Contact name: Dr Jolene Mairs Dyer
Email: j.mairs-dyer@ulster.ac.uk
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Sat25Mar20232pm – 3pm ULSTER PRESENTS Gallery, Belfast Campus, Ulster University, 2-24 York Street, Belfast, BT15 1AP
A Belfast Festival of Learning event!
A public talk and discussion by Duncan Ross exploring the themes of the exhibition, Recent Diagrams and Proposals, by The Network Centre. The exhibition brings together prints and sculptures developed from iterative drawing techniques that are linked to experiences of facilitating long-form participatory art projects.
Contact name: Duncan Ross
Email: d.ross@ulster.ac.uk / duncanross@mail.com
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Thu23Mar202310am - 11:30am2 Royal Avenue, Belfast, BT1 1DA
A Belfast Festival of Learning event!
This creative arts workshop explores the connection between our memory and places or spaces in Belfast. Each participant is invited to add their own matchbox memory to build an alternative cityscape.
For further details: www.maywe.co.uk/2ra
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Thu23Mar202311am - 1pmBotanic Gardens, College Park, Botanic Avenue, Belfast BT7 1LP
A Belfast Festival of Learning event!
Join Sissy Borchert from the Conservation Volunteers as she takes you on an informative walk around Botanic Gardens. Learn about the folklore of our native trees and how to identify them even in the winter months. Maximum 15 per session, book early!
Contact name: Kausalya Gibson
Tel: 028 9039 5268Email: Kausalya.gibson@tcv.org.uk
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Thu23Mar202312noon - 1:00pm2 Royal Avenue, Belfast, BT1 1DA
A Belfast Festival of Learning event!
This creative arts workshop explores the connection between our memory and places or spaces in Belfast. Each participant is invited to add their own matchbox memory to build an alternative cityscape.
For further details: www.maywe.co.uk/2ra
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Thu23Mar20234pm - 5pm2 Royal Avenue, Belfast, BT1 1DA
A Belfast Festival of Learning event!
This facilitated reminiscence workshop invites participants to explore objects and images that hold significance to the heritage and history of Belfast to share and discuss related memories.
Further details: www.maywe.co.uk/2ra
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Thu23Mar20236pm - 8pm2 Royal Avenue, Belfast, BT1 1DA
A Belfast Festival of Learning event!
An evening of drop-in creative workshops that encourage including creative writing, storytelling and craft in an informal atmosphere with light refreshments accompanied by a performance of musical storytelling.
For further details: www.maywe.co.uk/2ra
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Wed22Mar202310am - 4:30pmLough Moss Leisure Centre
The BHSCT Health Improvement Team in partnership with LifeDock Training are offering a Chair Based Exercise course in March 2023.
The fully accredited course will be delivered on:
Day: Wednesday 8th and Wednesday 22nd March (participants must attend both days)
Time: 10.00am – 4.30pm
Location: Lough Moss Leisure Centre, Hillsborough Rd, Carryduff, Belfast BT8 8HR
What attendees need to know in advance:
- This is group based training
- Venue will be risk assessed
- Please feel free to wear a mask, if you feel more comfortable
To register for the FREE training course please complete the Chair Based Exercise Course Registration March 2023 and send to eithne.currie@belfasttrust.hscni.net
Please note, participant numbers are limited.
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Wed22Mar202311am - 1pmBotanic Gardens, College Park, Botanic Avenue, Belfast BT7 1LP
A Belfast Festival of Learning event!
Join Sissy Borchert from the Conservation Volunteers as she takes you on an informative walk around Botanic Gardens. Learn about the folklore of our native trees and how to identify them even in the winter months. Maximum 15 per session, book early!
Contact name: Kausalya Gibson
Tel: 028 9039 5268Email: Kausalya.gibson@tcv.org.uk
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Tue21Mar202310am - 12noon2 Royal Avenue, Belfast, BT1 1DA
A Belfast Festival of Learning event!
A facilitated workshop for those currently working in or interested in getting involved in oral history or storytelling. Belfast is developing a major new project, Belfast Stories. This new visitor destination will tell the stories of the people and the place. This session is an opportunity to explore how we develop the skills of local people and groups to support the delivery of this project.
Further details: www.maywe.co.uk/2ra
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Mon20Mar2023Sun26Mar2023
Belfast Learning City will host the 6th annual Belfast Festival of Learning to promote Belfast as a learning city for all and to celebrate Belfast receiving the UNESCO Learning Cities Award in 2021.
The festival aims to engage Belfast citizens in learning and to inspire interest and enjoyment through a week-long programme of interactive learning events and workshops.
The festival programme is available here:
Find us on: www.facebook.com/BelfastLearning, Twitter @BelfastLearning #BelfastLearningCity
Additional events:
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Mon20Mar202310am - 11:30am2 Royal Avenue, Belfast, BT1 1DA
A Belfast Festival of Learning event!
This facilitated reminiscence workshop invites participants to explore objects and images that hold significance to the heritage and history of Belfast to share and discuss related memories.
Further details: www.maywe.co.uk/2ra
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Mon20Mar2023Sat25Mar202310am - 6pm2 Royal Avenue, Belfast, BT1 1DA
A Belfast Festival of Learning event!
A self-guided object and photo exhibition that encourages visitors to search their memory and consider their own stories of daily life in Belfast.
A Belfast Festival of Learning event!
For further details: www.maywe.co.uk/2ra
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Mon20Mar202312noon - 1:00pm2 Royal Avenue, Belfast, BT1 1DA
A Belfast Festival of Learning event!
This facilitated reminiscence workshop invites participants to explore objects and images that hold significance to the heritage and history of Belfast to share and discuss related memories.
Further details: www.maywe.co.uk/2ra
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Mon20Mar2023Sat25Mar2023All DayBelfast School of Art, Ulster University, 2-24 York Street, Belfast, BT15 1AP
A Belfast Festival of Learning event!
The 2023 edition of the Belfast International Festival of Performance Art will take place between 20-25 March. Live public performances, screenings, talks and workshops will feature internationally renowned performance artists from Ukraine, Finland, U.S. and Ireland, working alongside local artists and students at Belfast School of Art. For more information on listings and times, visit: https://www.ulster.ac.uk/ulsterpresents.
Contact name: Dr Sandra Johnston
Email: s.johnston@ulster.ac.uk
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Mon20Mar2023Sat25Mar2023All DayOnline Event
A Belfast Festival of Learning event!
Spanner in the Works Theatre Company (The Group) offers a range of drama workshops and devised pieces that explore contemporary social issues with an aim to educate, challenge and provoke the audience and performers. The productions often deal with difficult, hard-hitting and at times controversial subject matter. The Group takes its inspiration from the social environment of the people of Northern Ireland and the fragility of human life.
Online productions on domestic abuse:
- https://vimeo.com/664257224 - Password is dv1
- https://vimeo.com/666922944 - Password is dv99
- https://vimeo.com/666923900 - Password is dv99
- https://vimeo.com/666924680 - Password is dv99
- https://vimeo.com/666923300 - Password is dv99
Online production of Deception March 2023:
- https://vimeo.com/669448915 - Password is scamwithmusic
Scam awareness online video (no password needed):
Contact name: Patricia Downey
Email: Patricia.downey@talk21.com
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Wed08Mar202310am - 4:30pmLough Moss Leisure Centre
The BHSCT Health Improvement Team in partnership with LifeDock Training are offering a Chair Based Exercise course in March 2023.
The fully accredited course will be delivered on:
Day: Wednesday 8th and Wednesday 22nd March (participants must attend both days)
Time: 10.00am – 4.30pm
Location: Lough Moss Leisure Centre, Hillsborough Rd, Carryduff, Belfast BT8 8HR
What attendees need to know in advance:
- This is group based training
- Venue will be risk assessed
- Please feel free to wear a mask, if you feel more comfortable
To register for the FREE training course please complete the Chair Based Exercise Course Registration March 2023 and send to eithne.currie@belfasttrust.hscni.net
Please note, participant numbers are limited.
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Wed18Jan202310am - 4pmLough Moss Leisure Centre, Carryduff
The BHSCT Health Improvement Team in partnership with LifeDock Training are offering a Chi Me course in January for 12 participants.
The level 2 accredited course will be delivered on:
Day: Friday 6th and Wednesday 18th January (participants need to attend both days)
Time: 10.00am – 4.30pm
Location: Lough Moss Leisure Centre, Hillsborough Rd, Carryduff, Belfast BT8 8HR
What attendees need to know in advance:
- This is group based training
- Venue will be risk assessed
- Please feel free to wear a mask, if you feel more comfortable
To register for the FREE training course please complete the registration form and send to info@lifedock.com
Please note, participant numbers are limited.
Find out more here
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Fri06Jan202310am - 4pmLough Moss Leisure Centre, Carryduff
The BHSCT Health Improvement Team in partnership with LifeDock Training are offering a Chi Me course in January for 12 participants.
The level 2 accredited course will be delivered on:
Day: Friday 6th and Wednesday 18th January (participants need to attend both days)
Time: 10.00am – 4.30pm
Location: Lough Moss Leisure Centre, Hillsborough Rd, Carryduff, Belfast BT8 8HR
What attendees need to know in advance:
- This is group based training
- Venue will be risk assessed
- Please feel free to wear a mask, if you feel more comfortable
To register for the FREE training course please complete the registration form and send to info@lifedock.com
Please note, participant numbers are limited.
Find out more here
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Tue18Oct20226:00 pmOnline Event
Sign up for these FREE nutrition webinars with Registered Dietitians throughout October! Open to everyone.
If the dates/times don’t suit or for other nutrition topics, pre-recorded webinars are available to watch on-demand at: Public Health Dietitians - YouTube
Menopause and Diet - Tuesday 18th October 2022 @ 6pm, available at:
https://tinyurl.com/menopause-oct
or
https://setrust-hscni-net.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Jg9aAnILRjeYHDGdY1ptzA
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Thu06Oct202210:00 amOnline Event
Sign up for these FREE nutrition webinars with Registered Dietitians throughout October! Open to everyone.
If the dates/times don’t suit or for other nutrition topics, pre-recorded webinars are available to watch on-demand at: Public Health Dietitians - YouTube
Fussy Eating - Thursday 6th October 2022 @ 10am, available at:
https://tinyurl.com/fussyeating-oct
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https://northerntrust-hscni.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_6V_2IUvLT_aoO57i5-B4Gg
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Wed21Sep20222:00 pmOnline Event
Sign up for these FREE nutrition webinars with Registered Dietitians throughout September! Open to everyone.
If the dates/times don’t suit or for other nutrition topics, pre-recorded webinars are available to watch on-demand at: Public Health Dietitians - YouTube
Available at: https://tinyurl.com/healthydiet-sep or
https://southerntrust-hscni.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_qRXiCNvzQNiN5sIvgNH4Sw
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Fri16Sep2022Fri04Nov2022
Belfast Learning City will host the 6th annual Belfast Festival of Learning during the week 20 - 26 March 2023 to promote Belfast as a learning city for all and to celebrate Belfast receiving the UNESCO Learning City Award in 2021.
The festival aims to engage Belfast citizens in learning and to inspire interest and enjoyment through a week-long programme of interactive learning events and workshops.
It also aims to showcase the great range of learning opportunities that exist in the city. We particularly wish to promote events that encourage the participation of groups and individuals who have experienced barriers in accessing learning opportunities.
The programme will reflect the many reasons people learn, depending on their needs and life stage, whether that be learning for work, learning through education, learning to live together and learning for life.
Please think of the festival as an opportunity to showcase the work your organisation does in terms of providing learning. Many of you will have existing events happening during festival week, or perhaps celebration events as courses come to a close - why not let the festival raise wider awareness and appreciation of these?
If you would like to hold an event as part of the festival, guidance notes and the event submission form are attached. A small amount of financial assistance is available to support these events. If you have an event that you would like included in the festival programme which requires no funding, just complete an event submission form giving us the event details.
Event Submission Forms for Belfast Festival of Learning events must be returned no later than 5.00pm on Friday 4 November 2022.
2023 Festival of Learning Submission Form
2023 Belfast Festival of Learning Guidance notes
We look forward to working with you and welcome your support.
If you would like more information, please get in touch with Dolores Atkinson by email, dolores.atkinson@bhdu.org or tel. 028 9050 2073 or mob.07766 025 500
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Fri09Sep20221:00 pmOnline Event
Sign up for these FREE nutrition webinars with Registered Dietitians throughout September! Open to everyone.
If the dates/times don’t suit or for other nutrition topics, pre-recorded webinars are available to watch on-demand at: Public Health Dietitians - YouTubehttps://tinyurl.com/lunchbox-snacks
or
https://teams.microsoft.com/registration/3jCanNfYpEqWAEvnYl_2xQ,Z7-Vz65V30q3zHrM65smUw,RoCFsfzd8kClP5F2tMKVGw,ctlZyxpVV0KabAInrWza_w,vdTV2iMOCkGZxYFis2oMcA,cxJ69N5c8keye3oa4AFRMA?mode=read&tenantId=9c9a30de-d8d7-4aa4-9600-4be7625ff6c5
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Tue23Aug202212:00 pmOnline Event
Sign up for these FREE nutrition webinars with Registered Dietitians throughout August! Open to everyone.
If the dates/times don’t suit or for other nutrition topics, pre-recorded webinars are available to watch on-demand at: Public Health Dietitians - YouTube
Sustainable Diets - Tuesday 23rd August @ 12pm, available at: https://tinyurl.com/sustainable-aug or https://westerntrust-hscni-net.zoom.us/j/91975031877
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Tue16Aug202210:00 amOnline Event
Sign up for these FREE nutrition webinars with Registered Dietitians throughout August! Open to everyone.
If the dates/times don’t suit or for other nutrition topics, pre-recorded webinars are available to watch on-demand at: Public Health Dietitians - YouTube
Healthy Eating During the Primary School Years - Tuesday 16th August @ 10am, available at: https://tinyurl.com/healthyeating5-11-aug or https://northerntrust-hscni.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_5Ka0PL7UTjGvigbh16eIIw
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Wed20Jul202211:00 amOnline Event
Sign up for these FREE online nutrition information sessions with Registered Dietitians throughout March! Open to everyone.
If the dates/times don’t suit or for other nutrition topics, pre-recorded sessions are available to watch at: https://vimeo.com/showcase/8198914
Feeding under 5s – Wednesday 20th July @ 11am, available at: https://tinyurl.com/fu5-july or https://westerntrust-hscni-net.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMkd-Gppj8iHdQ5-Pv_04AOqEAL0BPfEY85?_x_zm_rtaid=qGCKrK-fQc-ZA_erdBjh0A.1655116144549.41a1b1e38fcf2b0792326309615add04&_x_zm_rhtaid=471
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Wed29Jun202212:00 pmOnline Event
Sign up for these FREE nutrition webinars with Registered Dietitians from N.Ireland throughout June! Open to everyone.
If the dates/times don’t suit or for other nutrition topics, pre-recorded sessions are available to watch at: https://vimeo.com/showcase/8198914
Whether a weekend warrior or a committed athlete, learn the basic fundamentals of sports nutrition from a Dietician to help you fuel correctly and enhance performance
Wednesday 29th June @ 12pm, available at:
https://tinyurl.com/sport-june
or
https://southerntrust-hscni.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_n9aIO0XjRQexoaSdyGp2vA -
Wed22Jun20222:00 pmOnline Event
Sign up for these FREE nutrition webinars with Registered Dietitians from N.Ireland throughout June! Open to everyone.
If the dates/times don’t suit or for other nutrition topics, pre-recorded sessions are available to watch at: https://vimeo.com/showcase/8198914
Whether you're a teen or a parent, this webinar will help you understand the unique nutritional requirements from growth and development
Wednesday 22nd June @ 2pm,
available at:
https://tinyurl.com/teens-june
or
https://southerntrust-hscni.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_p7hbWNbLSDKLkwFOBAyJfw?%20As%20part%20of%20healthy%20eating%20week%2013-17th%20June%202022 -
Fri13May202211 -12 noonOnline Event
Sign up for these FREE online nutrition information sessions with Registered Dietitians throughout April! Open to everyone.
If the dates/times don’t suit or for other nutrition topics, pre-recorded sessions are available to watch at: https://vimeo.com/showcase/8198914
available at: https://tinyurl.com/foodmood-may
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Thu07Apr202210:00 amOnline Event
available at: https://tinyurl.com/fussy-april or https://northerntrust-hscni.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_2qhD-pgvSb2Rq4iFlui0Pw
Sign up for these FREE online nutrition information sessions with Registered Dietitians throughout April! Open to everyone.
If the dates/times don’t suit or for other nutrition topics, pre-recorded sessions are available to watch at: https://vimeo.com/showcase/8198914
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Tue05Apr202212:30 pmOnline Event
available at: https://tinyurl.com/age-april or https://setrust-hscni-net.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_waFoERtzSuOBs1kX1xFn_w
Sign up for these FREE online nutrition information sessions with Registered Dietitians throughout April! Open to everyone.
If the dates/times don’t suit or for other nutrition topics, pre-recorded sessions are available to watch at: https://vimeo.com/showcase/8198914
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Mon21Mar202212:30pm - 1pmOnline Event
Sign up for these FREE online nutrition information sessions with Registered Dietitians throughout March! Open to everyone.
If the dates/times don’t suit or for other nutrition topics, pre-recorded sessions are available to watch at: https://vimeo.com/showcase/8198914
available at: https://tinyurl.com/u5-march
or https://westerntrust-hscni-net.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_xWVLm3eeRKCxxOy6BZDrMg
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Thu10Mar202210am - 11amOnline Event
Sign up for these FREE online nutrition information sessions with Registered Dietitians throughout March! Open to everyone.
If the dates/times don’t suit or for other nutrition topics, pre-recorded sessions are available to watch at: https://vimeo.com/showcase/8198914
available at: https://tinyurl.com/solids-march
or https://northerntrust-hscni.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_gN9aQg2gTyC-ezBD2OwjQg
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Tue08Mar202211 - 11:45amOnline Event
Sign up for these FREE online nutrition information sessions with Registered Dietitians throughout March! Open to everyone.
If the dates/times don’t suit or for other nutrition topics, pre-recorded sessions are available to watch at: https://vimeo.com/showcase/8198914
available at: https://tinyurl.com/save-march
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Thu03Mar20227 - 7:45pmOnline Event
Sign up for these FREE online nutrition information sessions with Registered Dietitians throughout March! Open to everyone.
If the dates/times don’t suit or for other nutrition topics, pre-recorded sessions are available to watch at: https://vimeo.com/showcase/8198914
available at: https://tinyurl.com/meno-march
or https://setrust-hscni-net.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_tmz7NzKiTF6CRceiyprhVg
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Wed23Feb202212 - 12:45pmOnline Event
Sign up for these FREE online nutrition information sessions with Registered Dietitians throughout February! Open to everyone.
If the dates/times don’t suit or for other nutrition topics, pre-recorded sessions are available to watch at: https://vimeo.com/showcase/8198914
Gut Health – Wed 23rd Feb @ 12 – 12.45pm , available at: https://tinyurl.com/guthealth-feb or https://teams.microsoft.com/registration/3jCanNfYpEqWAEvnYl_2xQ,Z7-Vz65V30q3zHrM65smUw,RoCFsfzd8kClP5F2tMKVGw,UzZRsftM3kGIrc0Ti76TDA,1f_rEslzV0Ce8DeCcIDIxQ,I3hU6ruw6UWko9-0NSLNZA?mode=read&tenantId=9c9a30de-d8d7-4aa4-9600-4be7625ff6c5&skipauthstrap=1
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Tue15Feb202212 - 12:45pmOnline Event
Sign up for these FREE online nutrition information sessions with Registered Dietitians throughout February! Open to everyone.
If the dates/times don’t suit or for other nutrition topics, pre-recorded sessions are available to watch at: https://vimeo.com/showcase/8198914
Sustainable Diets - Tue 15th Feb @ 12 – 12.45pm, available at: https://tinyurl.com/sustainable-diet or https://westerntrust-hscni-net.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN__HTWbwpOTmqS5kNkqr6grw
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Thu10Feb20224pm - 5pmOnline Event
Sign up for these FREE online nutrition information sessions with Registered Dietitians throughout February! Open to everyone.
If the dates/times don’t suit or for other nutrition topics, pre-recorded sessions are available to watch at: https://vimeo.com/showcase/8198914
available at: https://tinyurl.com/Fussy-eating-feb or https://setrust-hscni-net.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_IDrAveqjRridXQgi1X3pxA
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Wed02Feb202210am - 10:45amOnline Event
Sign up for these FREE online nutrition information sessions with Registered Dietitians throughout February! Open to everyone.
If the dates/times don’t suit or for other nutrition topics, pre-recorded sessions are available to watch at: https://vimeo.com/showcase/8198914
Fact or Fiction? Nutrition Myths & Fad Diets - Wed 2nd Feb @ 10 - 10:45am, available at: https://tinyurl.com/fact-feb or https://northerntrust-hscni.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_5FKUI5FtT3ej812sOh2-jg
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Wed26Jan20228:00 pmOnline Event
Perfect for anyone who wants to find out more about fuelling their body for sports and exercise.
https://tinyurl.com/nutritionsport-jan
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Thu13Jan202210Online Event
Perfect for anyone thinking about or who has recently started introducing solids to their baby.
https://tinyurl.com/introsolids-jan
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Wed12Jan202211:00 amOnline Event
Find out more about nutrition for toddlers and children under 5 years including
- Why good nutrition is important
- Different food groups including why our toddlers need them and portion sizes
- Suitable drinks and snacks
https://tinyurl.com/under-5s-jan
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Thu09Dec202110am - 11amOnline Event
This webinar is for anyone who is interested in finding out how to eat well in later life. This could be for yourself, a relative or a friend.
available at:
https://tinyurl.com/eat-age-dec
or
https://setrust-hscni-net.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_QYIEs1ptRKya7pR22QVaOQ
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Wed08Dec202112:30pm - 1:30pmOnline Event
Find out more about nutrition for teens if you are a parent/ carer of a young person or someone who works with this age group.
available at:
https://tinyurl.com/teenager-dec
or
https://southerntrust-hscni.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_nK_ord7fRYiwoEV8oLnjPA
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Mon06Dec202111:30 - 12:15Online Event
Find out more about nutrition for toddlers and children under 5 years old including:
- Why good nutrition is important
- Different food groups including why our toddlers need them and portion sizes
- Suitable drinks and snacks
available at:
available at: https://tinyurl.com/under-5s-dec
https://westerntrust-hscni-net.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Xto6QuBRTjKhjOrFAdVErQ
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Wed01Dec2021Fri31Dec2021Online Event
As part of our series of Christmas 2020 events our local playwright and Actress Patricia Gormley recorded her latest play ‘Heaven can Wait’
'Heaven Can Wait!' written and performed by Patricia Gormley along with Christina Nelson and Jazzmin McClure
To watch click on the link below.
password: Heaven
You can download the full video from here then you can upload to YouTube or any webpage.
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Wed01Dec202111 -12 noonOnline Event
This webinar looks at healthy eating and the links between food and mood.
Available at:
https://tinyurl.com/food-mood-dec
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Thu25Nov20217:30 - 8:30pmOnline Event
Wondering how to talk to your kids about eating less treats?
Parents, sign up for the free START parenting webinar at 7.30pm on November 25th discussing how we can give our kids smaller treats less often.
Register here: https://www.safefood.net/events/start
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Tue23Nov20211:30 - 2:30pmOnline Event
Find out about healthy eating through the Eatwell Guide and top tips on how to make healthy changes to your diet.
https://tinyurl.com/Healthy-diet-nov
or
https://southerntrust-hscni.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_jDYSsogtTdWJLmibDkfydA
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Thu11Nov202110 - 11amOnline Event
Perfect for anyone thinking about or who has recently started introducing solids to their baby.
https://tinyurl.com/Intro-solid-nov
or
https://northerntrust-hscni.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_lUgmctYyRCqlKdYUvo_JEQ
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Wed10Nov20214 - 5pmOnline Event
Tips from a dietician on how to create healthier meal habits for the whole family, dealing with fussy eating and portion sizes for kids
https://tinyurl.com/Mealtime-nov
or
https://setrust-hscni-net.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_lceTR6fyQ1KzjJ6elYZ6fA
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Mon08Nov20212pm - 4:30pmOnline Event
The BHSCT Health Improvement Team in partnership with LifeDock Training are offering a Chi Me Animal Frolics course. This online course is delivered over three 2.5 hour Zoom sessions.
The Chi Me Animal Frolics course is designed to enable leaders to deliver a fun activity session that creates a sense of calm and wellbeing for children, young people and adults with learning disabilities. Participants at the training will learn simple animal movements to promote relaxation, coordination, concentration, balance and confidence.
Chi Me Animal Frolics can help:
- Develop motor skills and coordination
- Improve balance, strength and agility
- Reduce anxiety and stress
- Develop self-control
- Improve focus and concentration
- Improve self esteem
Training suitable for anyone working with:
- Children and young people aged 5 – 16
- Adults or children with learning disabilities
- CAHMS Services
To register for the training courses please complete the registration form attached and send to ben.hanvey@belfasttrust.hscni.net before the closing date. Please note, participant numbers will be capped for the course.
Registration closes: Tuesday 12th October (12 participants)
Chi Me Animal Frolics course registration form
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Wed03Nov202112 - 12:45pmOnline Event
Most people would like to spend less on their food shop - find out hopw with some top tips during the session
https://tinyurl.com/save-money-nov
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Mon01Nov20212pm - 4:30pmOnline Event
The BHSCT Health Improvement Team in partnership with LifeDock Training are offering a Chi Me Animal Frolics course. This online course is delivered over three 2.5 hour Zoom sessions.
The Chi Me Animal Frolics course is designed to enable leaders to deliver a fun activity session that creates a sense of calm and wellbeing for children, young people and adults with learning disabilities. Participants at the training will learn simple animal movements to promote relaxation, coordination, concentration, balance and confidence.
Chi Me Animal Frolics can help:
- Develop motor skills and coordination
- Improve balance, strength and agility
- Reduce anxiety and stress
- Develop self-control
- Improve focus and concentration
- Improve self esteem
Training suitable for anyone working with:
- Children and young people aged 5 – 16
- Adults or children with learning disabilities
- CAHMS Services
To register for the training courses please complete the registration form attached and send to ben.hanvey@belfasttrust.hscni.net before the closing date. Please note, participant numbers will be capped for the course.
Registration closes: Tuesday 12th October (12 participants)
Chi Me Animal Frolics course registration form
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Thu21Oct20212pm - 3pmOnline Event
Find out more about nutrition for toddlers and children under 5 years including
- Why good food is important
- Different food groups including why our toddlers need them and portion sizes
- Suitable drinks and snacks
https://westerntrust-hscni-net.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_DBSUVjsEQQKueVxYnt18yw
or
https://tinyurl.com/Under5s-Oct
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Wed20Oct202112 - 12:30pmOnline Event
There are so many nutrition trends and fads in the media it can be hard to know what to believe. Our dietician will 'bust' some of the most common myths about food.
https://northerntrust-hscni.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_qfhx6wsVTvKXo4shGRK8SA
or
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Tue19Oct20216:30pm - 7:30pmOnline Event
Find out more about nutrition for teens if you are a parent / carer of a young person or someone who works with this age group.
or
https://southerntrust-hscni.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_R1UbXS40T3mVi8tXCtFUEQ
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Mon18Oct20212pm - 4:30pmOnline Event
The BHSCT Health Improvement Team in partnership with LifeDock Training are offering a Chi Me Animal Frolics course. This online course is delivered over three 2.5 hour Zoom sessions.
The Chi Me Animal Frolics course is designed to enable leaders to deliver a fun activity session that creates a sense of calm and wellbeing for children, young people and adults with learning disabilities. Participants at the training will learn simple animal movements to promote relaxation, coordination, concentration, balance and confidence.
Chi Me Animal Frolics can help:
- Develop motor skills and coordination
- Improve balance, strength and agility
- Reduce anxiety and stress
- Develop self-control
- Improve focus and concentration
- Improve self esteem
Training suitable for anyone working with:
- Children and young people aged 5 – 16
- Adults or children with learning disabilities
- CAHMS Services
To register for the training courses please complete the registration form attached and send to ben.hanvey@belfasttrust.hscni.net before the closing date. Please note, participant numbers will be capped for the course.
Registration closes: Tuesday 12th October (12 participants)
Chi Me Animal Frolics course registration form
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Wed06Oct20211 - 2pmOnline Event
Learn more about healthy eating habits if you are overweight and want to lose weight or are looking to support someone in losing weight.
We will discuss portion control, snacking, alcohol and takeaways.
https://tinyurl.com/Toptips--Octo
or
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Wed29Sep20213:30 - 4:30pmOnline Event
Healthy Diet, Healthier You:
Wed 29th Sept @ 3.30pm
https://northerntrust-hscni.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_aiJlKmvRQAWtt_IG2dRJMA
or
Sign up for these FREE online nutrition sessions taken by Registered Dietitians throughout September.
Anyone can attend, be sure to put the dates in your diary – simply scan the QR code with a mobile device or click the links below to register.
If the dates/times don’t suit or you would like to find out more about other nutrition topics, pre-recorded sessions are available to watch at https://vimeo.com/showcase/8198914
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Tue21Sep20211 - 2pmOnline Event
Sign up for these FREE online nutrition sessions taken by Registered Dietitians throughout September.
Anyone can attend, be sure to put the dates in your diary – simply scan the QR code with a mobile device or click the links below to register.
If the dates/times don’t suit or you would like to find out more about other nutrition topics, pre-recorded sessions are available to watch at https://vimeo.com/showcase/8198914
How to save money on your food shop: Tues 21st Sept @1pm
(This webinar is run on Microsoft Teams and does not require registration)
https://tinyurl.com/saveonshop
or
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Thu09Sep202110am - 11amOnline Event
Sign up for these FREE online nutrition sessions taken by Registered Dietitians throughout September.
Anyone can attend, be sure to put the dates in your diary – simply scan the QR code with a mobile device or click the links below to register.
If the dates/times don’t suit or you would like to find out more about other nutrition topics, pre-recorded sessions are available to watch at https://vimeo.com/showcase/8198914
Introduction to solids: Thurs 9th September @ 10am
https://tinyurl.com/solidssept or
https://northerntrust-hscni.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_izzLiZUaR_iB2nlaQWnIzA
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Wed25Aug20214pm - 5pmOnline Event
This session is for anyone who is interested in finding out how to eat well in later life. This could be for yourself, a relative or a friend.
Registration required (after registering participants will receive Meeting ID and passcode to their email):
https://tinyurl.com/nutrition-olderadults-August or
https://setrust-hscni-net.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_704E81WJSlyjA-El6Wifnw
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Thu19Aug202110am - 11amOnline Event
This session is for anyone looking for healthy lunch and snack ideas for children during the school holidays.
Registration Required (after registering participants will receive meeting ID and passcode to their email address):
https://tinyurl.com/lunches-snacks-August or
https://northerntrust-hscni.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_K_czmRIYQ12-5qzQhAzpEg
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Tue10Aug202111 -12 noonOnline Event
This session is for anyone interested in finding out more about nutrition for toddlers and children under 5 years old
Registration Required (after registering participants will receive meeting ID and passcode to their email address):
https://tinyurl.com/under-fives-August or
https://westerntrust-hscni-net.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_TDvXsn0HQ96TIVidHrSHOw
Passcode: 120741
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Mon02Aug20211 - 2pmOnline Event
This session looks at healthy eating and explores the link between food and food
https://tinyurl.com/foodandmood-August
or
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Tue27Jul20211 - 2pmOnline Event
Registration Required (after registering participants will receive meeting ID and passcode to their email address)
https://tinyurl.com/myths-July or
https://southerntrust-hscni.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcrc--upz8uHtIam0OEldtwiRxVcuyNc_ZI
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Wed21Jul2021
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Thu08Jul202110am - 11amOnline Event
Registration Required (after registering participants will receive meeting ID and passcode to their email address)
Passcode: 112233
https://tinyurl.com/Intro-solids-July or
https://northerntrust-hscni.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_pBkQA5nuSYCLrJTtjwOBZA
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Tue06Jul202110:00 pmOnline Event
Registration Required (after registering participants will receive meeting ID and passcode to their email address)
https://tinyurl.com/lunches-July or
https://setrust-hscni-net.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_h0YQgUd2S_2Eeg9hZCj-GQ
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Thu17Jun202111 -12 noonOnline Event
This webinar is perfect for anyone wanting to save lbs and £'s!
https://tinyurl.com/eatingwellbudget
or
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Wed16Jun202111 -12 noonOnline Event
This webinar is for anyone who is interested in finding out how to eat well in later life. This could be for yourself, a relative or a friend
Registration required (after registering participants will receive meeting ID and passcode to their email address). https://tinyurl.com/elderlywebinar
or
https://setrust-hscni-net.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_GMlVySa1QH2JJM5-QTPIaQ
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Thu10Jun202110am - 11amOnline Event
Perfect for parents who are thinking about or have recently started introducing solids to their baby
Link:
https://tinyurl.com/introsolids
or
https://northerntrust-hscni.zoom.us/j/94226500965?pwd=c0UzMnh5QUcwc3lrVWFTTmdyVFlXdz09
Meeting ID: 942 2650 0965, Passcode: 287460
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Wed09Jun20214pm - 5pmOnline Event
Tips from a dietician on how to create healthier meal habits for the whole family, dealing with fussy eating and portion sizes for kids
Register using the link below
https://tinyurl.com/mealtimetips
Registration required (after registering participants will receive meeting ID and passcode to their email address) https://tinyurl.com/mealtimetips or https://setrust-hscni-net.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_WrZsXpPHTiCfrxCZbLNUiQ
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Wed26May202111 -12 noonOnline Event
This webinar is for anyone interested in finding out more about nutrition for toddlers and children under 5 years old.
Link:
https://tinyurl.com/HHK-MayWebinar ID: 874 7791 4233
Passcode: 300947
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Tue25May202111 -12 noonOnline Event
This webinar is for anyone who wants to find out more about healthy eating.
Link
https://tinyurl.com/HDHY-MayMeeting ID: 875 0424 4529
Passcode: 24815705
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Tue18May20216:30pm - 7:30pmOnline Event
Find out more about nutrition for teens if you are a prent/ carer of a young person or someone who works with this age group.
Link
https://tinyurl/Teenagers-MayMeeting ID: 850 7082 4031
Passcode: 40029581
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Thu13May202111 -12 noonOnline Event
This webinar looks at healthy eating and explores the links between food and mood.
Link
https://tinyurl.com/foodandmood-May
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Thu29Apr202110am - 11amOnline Event
Perfect for parents who are thinking about or have recently started introducing solids to their baby.
https://tinyurl.com/Solids-April
Meeting ID 971 6033 2128
Passcode 154581
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Tue20Apr20217 - 8pmOnline Event
'Busting' the most common myths about diet and health!
Find out if certain foods can protect us from COVID-19, if sweetners really are bad for you and the truth about fad diets.
https://tinyurl.com/Myths-April
Meeting ID: 503 933 1325
Passcode 751441
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Tue13Apr202111 -12 noonOnline Event
Learn about healthy eating habits if you are overweight and want to lose weight or are looking to support someone in losing weight.
We will discuss portion control, snacking, alcohol and takeaways.
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Thu08Apr20214pm - 5pmOnline Event
Tips from a dietician on how to create healthier meal habits for the whole family, dealing with fussy eating and portion sizes for kids
Register using the link below
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Tue23Mar20216:30pm - 7:30pmOnline Event
https://tinyurl.com/teens-march or https://southerntrust-hscni.zoom.us/j/86099651680?pwd=b3Q1QklFT1VHSFlTK0ZmYW5abWVhUT09.
Meeting ID: 860 9965 1680,
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Mon22Mar202110:00 pmOnline Event
https://tinyurl.com/under5s-March or https://westerntrust-hscni-net.zoom.us/j/86112935876?pwd=cnNhUWxOUjRtQnJ3NVZka1NNSThXUT09
Meeting ID: 861 1293 5876,
Passcode: 701693 -
Thu11Mar2021
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Wed03Mar20216pm - 7pmOnline Event
Registration required, follow the link:
https://tinyurl.com/nutrition-olderadults-march or https://setrust-hscni-net.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_fAZn2nKRRoKjbiKtgrtqrw
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Wed24Feb20214pm - 5pmOnline Event
Registration required follow the link below!
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Wed17Feb202110am-12.30pmOnline Event
Walk Leader Training
Delivered by Health Improvement Team, Belfast
Walking for Health (Walk Leader) Training will be delivered virtually on Microsoft Teams, on Wednesday 17th February 2021 at 10am-12.30pm.
To register for this training, each person will need to complete the table below with their details and send to vivien.lovell@belfasttrust.hscni.net by Friday 12th February 2021.
Each person will receive confirmation of registration by Monday 15th February from Vivien, along with instructions of how to access the course online.
Please note, the numbers will be capped for this date & a waiting list will be compiled if necessary.
Name: Please confirm you are 18 years of age or over to complete this training: Please state Yes or No below: Who will you be delivering the walking programmes through: Workplace / Organisation you Volunteer with:
Contact Number: Email address: Postal address (for resources to be sent to, marked for you attention): Following successfully completing the Walk Leader training you will be added to our ‘Walk Leader Community’ mailing list which allows the Belfast Trust Health Improvement Team to contact you via email with further walking and physical activity information, resources and funding opportunities. Please tick this box if you would like to opt out of this support option:
This one day training will equip those attending with the skills necessary to promote and lead safe and enjoyable walking sessions for people of all ages and abilities.
The training involves
- The rationale of health walks
- The importance of exercise in relation to physical and mental health
- Leading a walk
- Safety issues and necessary forms that need to be filled in
- Motivating and encouraging people to take up walking as a form of physical activity
- It is expected that those who complete the training will be influential in leading walks in their local areas. This training is available to anyone aged 18 or over and training is free.
Please note this is a basic level course which promotes low level health walks for people who are inactive.
All participants will be expected to be active as Walk Leaders within two months of attendance and commit to facilitating 12 walks per year as part of their work role or in a voluntary capacity.
Free insurance cover is provided to participants leading walks in an unpaid voluntary capacity
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Tue16Feb2021
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Wed10Feb2021
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Mon08Feb202110:00 pmOnline Event
Are you interested in finding out more about food and nutrition for yourself or your family? Dietitians are taking these online workshops throughout February.
Free and open to all.
https://tinyurl.com/weaning-feb
Password: 388738
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Mon25Jan202113:30 - 12 noonOnline Event
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Tue19Jan20216:30pm - 7:30pmOnline Event
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Thu14Jan202112:30pm - 1:15pmOnline Event
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Thu07Jan202110am - 11amOnline Event
Top Tips for a Healthier Weight: New Year Special!
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Wed30Dec20203pm - 4pmOnline Event
Grab a cuppa and take a trip down memory lane with a live zoom performance from Gerard Dornan
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84940551647?pwd=YW1JS0JRbnFFUFB1UzY2QjNMc1ZxQT09Meeting ID: 849 4055 1647 Passcode: 043025
To book email seniorsinfo@belfastcity.gov.uk or phone 07713684705
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Thu17Dec2020
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Wed16Dec2020
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Thu10Dec2020
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Wed02Dec20209:30 amOnline Event
https://hhk-introtosolids-dec.eventbrite.co.uk
(limited numbers, sign up required)
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Thu01Oct2020Sat31Oct2020
A month-long festival of events and activities for older people, Positive Ageing Month celebrates the contribution that older people make to their communities and the city of Belfast, and no more so than this year!
Our festival begins on Thursday 1 October at 10.30am in City Hall with the Virtual Age-friendly Belfast Convention, organised by the Age-friendly Belfast team. Delivered via webinar: https://vimeo.com/event/319441
Now in its fifth year, the festival looks very different this year but still has activities to suit all tastes. There will still be some Positive Ageing Month favourites like the Slipped Disco, the big quiz and Tea Dance but they will all be virtual and at home. You can also join us for cookery demonstrations, shared reading, history talks, info sessions, a games afternoon and the ever popular Chocolate Bingo.
There are still a few live events – Silver Sunday 4th October at the Ulster Museum, movies at the stand cinema and a few walks.
Booking for most events is essential this year so please check programme details
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Mon23Mar2020Sun29Mar2020
Welcome to the fifth annual Belfast Festival of Learning running March 23-29.
The Belfast Festival of Learning is a key feature in the city’s plan to build Belfast as a learning city for all, in line with the commitments made to UNESCO, (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation), when Belfast became a member of the UNESCO Global Network of Learning Cities in 2018.
The festival helps to deliver on the key commitments we made to celebrate and promote learning, to make it accessible to everyone, by removing barriers to learning and to make it attractive and relevant for all ages and life stages – across all parts of the city. The festival is a great example of how all this can be achieved. Have a look at the programme and you will be amazed by the range of free, fun and thought-provoking events on offer across the city during the festival week.
The festival programme reflects the great variety of reasons why people choose to learn – for quality of life, for education, employment and to build positive relationships; it is this wide spectrum of learning that can help build Belfast as a city that is resilient, healthy, age friendly, family friendly, diverse and harmonious, sustainable and a city that works for everyone!
The focus this year is on how learning can be used to build resilience for individuals, communities and for the city. The challenges of modern day life can take a toll on our quality of life and we need to have opportunities to build resilience and find the tools to enjoy life.
Together we can build a learning city for all, we need to work with partners across the city and beyond. Belfast is also part of the Irish Network of Learning Cities and as such we have the opportunity to share and learn from the experiences of Cork and Limerick, who have been awarded the UNESCO Learning Cities award, Dublin and Derry & Strabane learning cities who have also joined the Global Network of Learning Cities. We are currently building alliances with our neighbouring learning cities in Scotland, England and Wales.
Why not be part of Belfast Learning City? Try something new during the weeklong festival running March 23-29, you never know what joy it may inspire in you and where it may take you in life.
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Thu02May2019Thu25Jul2019
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Mon04Mar2019Sun10Mar2019
The 2019 Belfast Festival of Learning will be launched on Tuesday 19th February, with the week long programme of events running between the 4-10 March 2019.
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Sat31Mar20181pm to 4pmOh Yeah Music Centre, 15-21 Gordon St, Belfast, BT1 2LG
Acoustic Picnic is a family friendly event that brings families together to make art, music and culture more accessible.
It is a fun place to explore different mediums of music and art with children, their parents and their extended family.
This event is FREE to attend; registration is not required.
This is a Family Friendly Belfast Initiatives funded event.
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Sun25Mar2018Screening at 2pm Strand Arts Centre, 152-154 Holywood Rd, Belfast, BT4 1NY
CineCycle welcomes you to the Strand Arts Centre.
Cycle the beautiful greenways of East Belfast to enjoy a movie at the Strand.
Including a free Sunday screening, discounted movies all weekend, secure bike-park and free snack to build up your energy for the cycle home.
This event is FREE to attend; registration is not required.
Contact Strand Arts Centre for further details on (028) 9065 5830.
This is a Family Friendly Belfast Initiatives funded event.
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Sat24Mar201812 noon Strand Arts Centre, 152-154 Holywood Rd, Belfast, BT4 1NY
The Strand is inviting you to bring the kids to watch a movie as part of their Saturday Minors Film Club, Family Friendly Belfast event.
Following the movie there will be a cycling themed workshop for families.
This event is FREE to attend; registration is not required.
Contact Strand Arts Centre for further details on (028) 9065 5830.
This is a Family Friendly Belfast Initiatives funded event.
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Fri16Mar2018Corpus Christi College, Ard Na Va Road, Belfast, BT12 6FF
Corpus Christi College has become enriched through a diverse mix of cultural and religious backgrounds, each with their own traditional beliefs and celebrations.
The College would like to invite the family and friends of all our newcomer pupils to share in a cultural experience on Friday 16th March 2018.
Please note | This event is for the pupils and parents of Corpus Christi College only.
For more information contact Sean Hawkins on 028 9024 5645 or email shawkins449@corpuschristi.belfast.ni.sch.uk
This is a Family Friendly Belfast Initiatives funded event.
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Fri16Mar20181.30 pm to 3.00 pmVictoria Park PS, 182a Connsbrook Ave., Belfast, BT4 1JY
How does a baker use maths or an animator use IT? This event will show children and parents how what is learnt in school is used in real life.
It will also demonstrate ways in which parents can make learning fun for their children.
Please note | This event is for the pupils and parents of Victoria Park Primary School only.
For more information contact Rachel Howe on 028 9047 1274 or email rhowe534@c2kni.net
This is a Family Friendly Belfast Initiatives funded event.
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Thu15Mar201810am to 2pmJigsaw, 815 Crumlin Road, Belfast, BT14 8AA
Families and Volunteers will have the opportunity to enjoy time together in a fun and friendly setting with activities, entertainment and hospitality.
Activities are designed for children and for adults including games, art and crafts.
For more information telephone 028 9543 8166
This is a Family Friendly Belfast Initiatives funded event.
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Wed14Mar201810am to 12.30pm School of Social Sciences, Education and Social Work, 69-71 University Street, Belfast
Fighting Words Belfast, the creative writing centre for children and young people, will share learning with families from two innovative programmes for children and young people with autism and special needs at a seminar and book launch hosted by the Seamus Heaney Centre for Poetry.
For more information contact Autism NI via telephone 028 9040 1729 selecting Option 3 or email info@autismni.org
This is a Family Friendly Belfast Initiatives funded event.
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Tue13Mar201844a Horn Drive, Belfast, BT11 9GS
On the 16 March First Steps Playgroup will hold a St Patrick's day party at the Horn Drive Community Centre for local children and their families.
This event will provide fresh food and entertainment supplied by local businesses.
For more information contact First Steps Playgroup on 028 9048 1627
This is a Family Friendly Belfast Initiatives funded event.
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Mon05Mar2018Sun11Mar2018Various TimesVarious Locations
We are super excited to announce this years' Belfast Festival of Learning will take place between 5 and 11 March 2018.
There are over 60 family friendly events on offer, all of which are FREE to attend!
Events include a Crafts Workshop at Conway Mill, a DJ workshop for adults with learning difficulties at Arts Resource Centre, Growing Your Own Food at the Connswater Street Garden and many, many more.
For a look at what events are on offer click here for the full programme.
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Thu22Feb20183 pm t7 pmShankill Meanwhile Garden (Shankill Road)
Join Groundwork NI at their Family Fun event in Shankill Meanwhile Garden located just below the Shankill library.
You and your family will get to taste a range of plants that can be grown to eat as miniature leaves then select your favourite and learn how to grow them at home.
This event is FREE to attend; registration is not required.
This is a Family Friendly Belfast Initiatives funded event.
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Thu22Feb20183 pm t7 pmConnswater Street Garden (Newtownards Road)
Join Groundwork NI at their Family Fun event in Connswater Street Garden located off the Newtownards Road.
You and your family will get to taste a range of plants that can be grown to eat as miniature leaves then select your favourite and learn how to grow them at home.
This event is FREE to attend; registration is not required.
This is a Family Friendly Belfast Initiatives funded event.
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Wed21Feb20182 pm to 4 pmGlenbryn Meanwhile Garden (Ardoyne)
Join Groundwork NI at their Family Fun event in Glenbryn Meanwhile Garden located in Ardoyne behind the Jolly Rodger Community Centre.
You and your family will get to taste a range of plants that can be grown to eat as miniature leaves then select your favourite and learn how to grow them at home.
This event is FREE to attend; registration is not required.
This is a Family Friendly Belfast Initiatives funded event.
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Sat17Feb20184pm to 8pm Belfast Bankers, 431 Newtownards Road, Belfast, BT4 1HU
Come and explore the Belfast Bankers Arts Studio with food for the stomach and the soul in every room.
With over 20 artists it will be a degustation menu of art and food for all the family.
This event is FREE to attend; registration is not required.
This is a Family Friendly Belfast Initiatives funded event.
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Tue13Feb20183:00 pmFootprints Women's Centre, 84a Colinmill, Poleglass, Belfast, BT17 0AR
Celebrating diversity in our community and welcoming new neighbours through our shared love of good food.
Demonstrations of traditional Irish foods and Syrian dishes will be held for families to go on a Taste Adventure, sampling new foods and learning about each other’s cultures.
This event is FREE to attend; registration is not required.
This is a Family Friendly Belfast Initiatives funded event.
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Sat10Feb20181.30pm to 5.30pmShaftesbury Community Centre, 97 Balfour Ave, Belfast, BT7 2EW
Join a led ride travelling slowly along the beautiful Lagan towpath, telling the story of real bread.
Meeting at Shaftsbury Centre, all ages and levels of experience welcome [children over 8 with an adult]; you don't need to be an expert cyclist or baker!
Registration for this FREE event is required, click here to secure our place.
This is a Family Friendly Belfast Initiatives funded event.
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Sat10Feb201810am to 2pmGort na Mona GAC, Upper Springfield Road, BT11 8QT
Bring the kids along to Gort na Mona GAC for a Gaelic football fun day for under 6's.
Have a kick about and learn a few tips about healthy eating for 4 to 6 year olds.
This event is FREE to attend; registration is not required.
This is a Family Friendly Belfast Initiatives funded event.
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Sat10Feb201811am to 2pmThe Conservation Volunteers, Beech House, 159 Ravenhill Road, BT6 0BP
Bring the family along to The Conservation Volunteers introduction to food growing in three easy steps.
You will each make and decorate your own herb box, plant your favourite vegetable seeds and visit a local community garden to see how you can get involved with community food growing initiatives.
This event is FREE to attend; registration is not required.
This is a Family Friendly Belfast Initiatives funded event.
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Sat10Feb201812.30pm to 1.30pmMaitri Studio, 4 The Mount, Belfast, BT5 4NA
John McKeever and Lorraine Hanna of Plant Based Living are delighted to offer a family friendly demonstration of healthy eating using a number of plant based recipes.
Registration for this FREE event is required, email Claire at info@maitristudio.net to secure our place.
This is a Family Friendly Belfast Initiatives funded event.
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Sat10Feb20181pm to 4pmOh Yeah Music Centre, 15-21 Gordon St, Belfast, BT1 2LG
Acoustic Picnic is a family friendly event that brings families together to make art, music and culture more accessible.
It is a fun place to explore different mediums of music and art with children, their parents and their extended family.
This event is FREE to attend; registration is not required.
This is a Family Friendly Belfast Initiatives funded event.
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Sat27Jan20181 pm to 4 pm St Paul and St Barnabas Parish Church, 210 York Street, BT15 1JJ
Africa House NI are inviting you and your family to join them at St Paul and St Barnabas Parish Church for a taste of African food day.
Your family will learn about traditional African food, with an opportunity ot tast what's on offer.
This event is FREE to attend; registration is not required.
This is a Family Friendly Belfast Initiatives funded event.
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Sun21Jan201810am to 2pmGort na Mona GAC, Upper Springfield Road, BT11 8QT
Bring the kids along to Gort na Mona GAC for a Gaelic football fun day nursery programme.
Sessions will include 5 minute buggy workouts and jump, jiggle and jive for your tots.
This event is FREE to attend; registration is not required.
This is a Family Friendly Belfast Initiatives funded event.
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Sat13Jan201811am to 2pmThe Conservation Volunteers, Beech House, 159 Ravenhill Road, BT6 0BP
Bring the family along to The Conservation Volunteers introduction to food growing in three easy steps.
You will each make and decorate your own herb box, plant your favourite vegetable seeds and visit a local community garden to see how you can get involved with community food growing initiatives.
This event is FREE to attend; registration is not required.
This is a Family Friendly Belfast Initiatives funded event.
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Sat13Jan20181pm to 4pmOh Yeah Music Centre, 15-21 Gordon St, Belfast, BT1 2LG
Acoustic Picnic is a family friendly event that brings families together to make art, music and culture more accessible.
It is a fun place to explore different mediums of music and art with children, their parents and their extended family.
This event is FREE to attend; registration is not required.
This is a Family Friendly Belfast Initiatives funded event.
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Sat13Jan20183pm to 5pmMaitri Studio Belfast (starting point Barnetts Road/ King's Road crossing on Comber Greenway)
Sustrans invite you to join a led ride along the beautiful Comber Greenway, finishing at the Maitri Studio with some yoga moves!
All ages and levels of experience welcome [children over 12 with an adult]; you don't need to be an expert cyclist or yoga.
Registration for this FREE event is required, click here to secure our place.
This is a Family Friendly Belfast Initiatives funded event.
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Thu26Oct20172pm to 4pmEast Belfast Network Centre, 55 Templemore Ave, Belfast, BT5 4FP
Live music, dancing and complimentary refreshments are all part of the much loved tea dances, supported by Punjana Tea.
Booking is essential. Please register with Gillian McEvoy on 028 9032 0202 ext 3765 or email positiveageingmonth@belfastcity.gov.uk
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Mon02Oct201710:30 amGreat Hall, Belfast City Hall, Donegall Sq, Belfast, BT1 5GS
Over the past few months the Age-friendly Belfast Team have been finding out what you believe is most important in making Belfast an Age-friendly city.
Join the team at city hall for the official launch of Age-friendly Belfast Draft Plan 2018-2021. You will find out what we will do in the next 3 years to make it a reality.
To celebrate ageing in our city, the team will also be launching Age-friendly Belfast’s Positive Ageing Month where you will hear about the fun filled activities and sessions going on in the Month of October.
If you are interested in attending please contact Age-friendly Belfast on 028 9050 2073 or email anne.ross@bhdu.org.
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Sun01Oct2017Sun29Oct2017Various Locations | See Event Guide for more info
October is Positive Ageing Month! A month-long festival of events and activities for older people.
Now in it's third year, the festival includes activities to suit all tastes - from movies to walks, dancing and singing.
The launch begins on Monday 2 October 2017 in City Hall with Age-friendly Belfast Convention. Everyone is welcome to attend.
To register for events please telephone Age-friendly Belfast Team on 028 9032 0202 ext 3765 or email positiveageingmonth@belfastcity.gov.uk
Full events guide can be found here
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Sun01Oct20172:00 pmBotanic Gardens Bowling Pavilion, Belfast, BT7 1LP
Come along and celebrate Silver Sunday! A UK wide initiative that celebrates the value and knowledge older people contribute to our communities.
Age-friendly Belfast will be hosting a walking tour for older people and their family members to Friars Bush Graveyard, which is thought to be Belfast’s oldest Christian burial ground, possibly dating back to pre-Christian times.
Silver Sunday celebration highlights include
• Growing workshop
• Walking tour of Friars Bush Graveyard
• Free Tea/coffeeFor more information please contact Age-friendly Belfast on 028 9050 2073 or email anne.ross@bhdu.org
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Tue22Aug201710.30 am to 1.30 pmBotanic Gardens, College Park East, Belfast, BT7 1LP
Trying to find things to do with your grandchildren during the summer months can be quite a challenge.
Join the Age-friendly Belfast team in Botanic Gardens for a fun filled morning of games, arts and crafts and music. Try your hand at making kites, playing the gathering drums or go on a treasure trail. There is something for all ages.
If you would like more information please contact Sara Barkley, (028) 90 320202 ext 3368
We look forward to seeing you there!
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Sun26Mar201710:00 amOrmeau Park
5k recreational run open to all but particularly people who have graduated through Couch 2 5K programmes.
Where: Ormeau Park, 281 Ormeau Road, Belfast BT7 3GG (starting Ormeau Road, end of main driveway)
Day and date: Sunday 26 March
Time: 10.00am startFor more information:
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Sun26Mar201710:00am - 4:00pm Maitri Studio
Two days of free events to try something new, such as yoga, Pilates, tai chi, belly dancing, sound baths, kettlebells and more. There will be limited slots available for massage, reflexology and other complementary therapies, bookable in advance. Booking will open in mid-February.
Where: Maitri Studio, 4 The Mount, Belfast BT5 4NA
Day and date: Sunday 26th March
Time: 10.00am - 6.00pm
Contact name: Kate Porteous or Clare Ferry
Tel: 028 9099 2428
Email: Info@maitristudio.net
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Sat25Mar201710:00am - 12:30pm Central Station
Come along and enjoy the wildflowers, weeds, woodlands and wonders that thrive along the traffic free pathways of Belfast. Bring your own bike or make use of a Belfast bike, by booking in advance.
Where: Meeting at the lower entrance to Central Station, by the Belfast bike hire dock at Maysfield [Mays Meadow, BT7 2DS]
Day and date: Saturday 25 March
Time: 10.00am – 12.30pm
Contact name: Rachael Ludlow-Williams
Tel number: 028 9043 4569
Email: rachael.ludlow-williams@sustrans.org.uk
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Sat25Mar201710:00am - 1:00pmGroundwork NI Offices
Learn how to grow your own food! Fun for all the family. Come along and get your hands dirty while sowing, planting and digging in the community garden.
Where: Groundwork NI Offices, 63-75 Duncairn Gardens, Belfast BT15 2GB
Day and date: Saturday 25 March
Time: 10.00am - 1.00pm
Contact name: Heather Boyd
Tel number: 028 9074 9494
Email: heatherboyd@groundworkni.co.uk
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Sat25Mar201710:00am - 1:30pmThe Book Well
Come on a journey to the other side of the world exploring crafts from the Japanese and Native Indian cultures. In this pop-in workshop, kids can make and take home their crafts. The workshop will be rolling from 10am to 1.30pm. Join us anytime for some Crafty Cultures. Suitable for primary age kids.
Where: The Book Well, 73 Belmont Road, Belfast BT4 2AA
Day and date: Saturday 25 March
Time: 10.00am - 1.30pm
Tel: 07871 925 093
Email: info@doodlebugsworkshops.co.uk
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Sat25Mar201710:00am - 3:00pm Pick up point- Tullymore Community Centre
Learn about significant events in the history of the city and visit sites where prominent historical figures lived or are buried. You’re encouraged to walk on significant parts of the tour and to gain a greater understanding of how Belfast emerged as a centre of radical activities in the 1790’s.
Where: Pick up point- Tullymore Community Centre, Andersonstown, 37A Tullymore Gardens, Belfast BT11 8NE
Day and date: Saturday 25 March
Time: 10.30am – 3.00pm
Contact name: Pat or Lisa
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Sat25Mar201710:00am - 4:00pm Macrory Centre
Learn how to maintain your bike and make basic repairs
Where: Macrory Centre, 130 Duncairn Gardens, Belfast, BT15 2GN
Day and date: Saturday 25 March
Time: 10.00am - 4.00pm
Contact name: Richard Higginson
Tel: 07402 513 432
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Sat25Mar201710:00am - 6:00pm Maitri Studio
Two days of free events to try something new, such as yoga, Pilates, tai chi, belly dancing, sound baths, kettlebells and more. There will be limited slots available for massage, reflexology and other complementary therapies, bookable in advance. Booking will open in mid-February.
Where: Maitri Studio, 4 The Mount, Belfast BT5 4NA
Day and date: Saturday 25 March
Time: 10.00am - 6.00pm
Contact name: Kate Porteous or Clare Ferry
Tel: 028 9099 2428
Email: Info@maitristudio.net
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Sat25Mar201710:30am - 12:30pm Ravenscroft Nursery School
A family-friendly screening of the movie, Ratatouille and a chance to sample a buffet featuring foods from around the world!
Where: Ravenscroft Nursery School, Ravenscroft Avenue, Belfast BT5 5BA
Day and date: Saturday 25 March
Time: 10.30am – 12.30pm
Contact name: Nuala Symington
Tel number: 028 9047 1684
Email: ravenscroftns@btconnect.com
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Sat25Mar201712:00 pmStrand Arts Centre
For generations a massive generator has sustained the needs of the underground city of Ember but the generator was built to last only 200 years and, as its lights start to flicker and fade, it falls to two youths to follow a cryptic series of clues that will restore light to the place. Filmed in Belfast.
Where: Strand Arts Centre, 156 Holywood Road, Belfast BT4 1NY
Day and Date: Saturday 25 March
Time: 12.00pm
Contact name: Johanna Leech
Tel: 07946 794 742 / 028 9065 5830
Email: Johanna@strandartscentre.com
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Sat25Mar201712:00pm - 3:00pm Girdwood Community Hub
If you are between 8–15yrs old and are interested in creative technology such as coding, building apps and designing on macs, come along to our Saturday IT Club. An opportunity to create and make using technology unlike in the classroom.
Where: Girdwood Community Hub, 10 Girdwood Avenue, Belfast BT14 6EG
Day and date: Saturday 25 March
Time: 12.00pm – 3.00pm
Contact name: Roisin McKenna
Tel number: 028 9027 0644
Email: mckennaroisin@belfastcity.gov.uk
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Sat25Mar20171:00pm - 4:00pmMid Shankill Community Garden
Come and try your hand at decorating a terracotta pot to take home. You can also help paint recycled tyres and pallets for the community garden. Sow a range of flower and vegetable seeds for both the community garden and to take back home.
Where: Mid Shankill Community Garden, Mid Shankill Road, Belfast BT13 2BN
Day and date: Saturday 25 March
Time: 1.00pm - 4.00pm
Contact name: Dave Carver
Tel number. 028 9074 9494
Email: davidcarver@groundworkni.co.uk
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Sat25Mar20172:00pm - 3:00pm Rosemary Street Church Hall, Belfast
Laugh the stress away in this empowering workshop, take home some tools to deal with stress. Learn to relax and learn to focus on what you want and not on what you don’t want! A powerful, positive energy uplifting and fun workshop.
Where: Rosemary Street Church Hall, Belfast (facing TK MAXX)
Day and date: Saturday 25 March
Time: 2.00pm - 3.00pm
Contact name: Pauline Dunlop
Tel number: 07768 184 524
Email: Paulinemdunlop@hotmail.com
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Sat25Mar20172:00pm - 4:30pm Rcity Studios
Insight into the music industry and how to promote yourself.
Where: Rcity Studios, CRI Building, 165-169 Donegall Pass, Belfast BT7 1DT
Day and date: Saturday 25 March
Time: 2.00pm - 4.30pm
Contact name: Robbie
Tel number: 07714900654
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Sat25Mar20174:30pm - 7:00pmChinese Welfare Association (N.I)
This workshop will explore Somali traditional dances. Instruction is by a former dancer and expert of Somali dance, currently living in Belfast.
Where: Chinese Welfare Association (N.I), 133-135 University St Belfast BT7 1HP
Day and date: Saturday 25 March
Time: 4.30pm – 7.00pm
Contact name: Adnan Hussein
Tel number: 07454 775 666
Email: info@nisomaliassociation.org.uk
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Fri24Mar201710:00 amCrescent Arts
Textile Arts for a group of visually impaired participants, referred by RNIB.
Make a Spring rag rug wreath, build up layers of cotton and china silk fabric to makea sculptural piece to display at home. Recycle old clothing and fabric that has apersonal meaning to add into the piece.
Where: Crescent Arts, 2 - 4 University Road, Belfast BT7 1NH
Day and date: Friday 24 March
Time: 10.00am
Contact name: Kathy Marsh
Tel number: 028 9028 5933
Email: kathymariamarsh@gmail.com
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Fri24Mar201710:00am - 12:00pmBelfast Botanic Gardens Bowling Pavilion
Pop in to the Palm House, work alongside experienced Botanic Gardens staff and learn how to take cuttings and multiply your plants, you’ll even get one to take away!
Where: Belfast Botanic Gardens Bowling Pavilion, College Park, Botanic Avenue, Belfast BT7 1LP
Day and date: Friday 24 March
Time: 10.00am – 12.00pm
Contact name: Cailín Lynn
Tel number: 07775 031 345
Email: lynnc@belfastcity.gov.uk
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Fri24Mar201710:00am - 12:00pmSt. George's Market
Come along for information and support on health and wellbeing including smoking cessation, height/weight checks, stress and relaxation techniques and nutritional advice.
Where: St George’s Market 12-20 East Bridge Street, Belfast BT1 3NQ
Day and date: Friday 24 March
Time: 10.00am - 12.00pm
Contact name: Laura Loye
Tel number: 028 9031 2377
Email: lloye@lorag.org
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Fri24Mar201710:00am - 3:00pm Conway Education Centre
Enjoy taster sessions such as Flower Essence, Reflexology and Aromatherapy, what they are and how they are used.
Where: Conway Education Centre, 2nd Floor Conway Mill, 5 – 7 Conway Street Belfast BT13 2DE
Day and date: Friday 24 March
Time: 10.00pm – 3.00pm
Contact name: Clare Anderson
Tel number: 028 9024 8543
Email: canderson@conwayeducation.org
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Fri24Mar201710:30am - 11:30amUlster Museum
If art galleries make you feel slightly inadequate, then this could be the tour for you. We will focus on ways of looking at art which are guaranteed to help you notice new things.
Where: Ulster Museum, Botanic Gardens, 8 Stranmillis Road, Belfast BT9 5AB (meet In Discover Art)
Day and date: Friday 24 March
Time: 10.30am - 11.30am
Contact name: Colleen Watters
Tel number: 028 9066 8765
Email: colleen.watters@nmni.com
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Fri24Mar201710:30am - 12:00pm Long Gallery, Parliament Buildings, Stormont Estate
Open to parents with pre-school age children, it will provide an opportunity for you to connect with the Assembly, learn how it works and how to raise the issues that matter to you in an informal setting. Child friendly venue.
Where: Long Gallery, Parliament Buildings, Stormont Estate, Belfast BT4 3XX
Day and date: Friday 24 March
Time: 10.30am – 12.00pm
Contact name: Gillian Kirk Lyness,
Tel: 028 9052 1019
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Fri24Mar201710:30am - 12:30pm BCC Finaghy Community Centre
Learn how to give your laptop/device an MOT. Bring your device along and we will show you how to create more memory space, update your anti-virus software and run regular security checks so that you get the most out of your technology.
Where: BCC Finaghy Community Centre, 1-6 Geeragh Place, Belfast BT10 0ER
Day and date: Friday 24 March
Time: 10.30am – 12.30pm
Tel number: 0844 736 5355
Email: info@ignite.it
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Fri24Mar201710:30am - 2:30pm Cedar Foundation
Employing People with Disabilities – information sessions for employers and for people with disabilities seeking work. Learn from employees with disabilities and local employers about positive examples of what works.
Where: Cedar Foundation, Training and Resource Centre, 1 Upper Lisburn Road, Belfast BT10 0GW
Day and date: Friday 24 March
Time: 10.30am – 2.00pm
Contact name: Michael Blair
Tel number: 07921776372 or 028 9061 2424
Email: m.blair@cedar-foundation.org
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Fri24Mar201711:00am - 1:00pmBCC Hammer Community Centre
Learn how to stay in touch with friends and family for free as we walk you through the perks of social media and take the fear factor out of getting social online.
Where: BCC Hammer Community Centre, Agnes Street, Belfast BT13 1GG
Date and date: Friday 24 March
Time: 11.00am – 1.00pm
Contact name: Roisin McKenna
Tel number: 028 9027 0644
Email: mckennaroisin@belfastcity.gov.uk
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Fri24Mar201711:00am - 1:00pmThe Black Box
Get hands-on experience of club DJ’ing. Tutors will show you how to choose music, use the equipment and perform a DJ set. Also advice on how to kick-start a career in DJ’ing and how to access further training in Northern Ireland.
Where: The Black Box Belfast, 18-22 Hill St, Belfast BT1 2LA
Day and date: Friday 24 March
Time: 11.00am - 1.00pm
Contact name: John Walls
Tel number: 028 9581 1202
Email: info@gigatraining.com and info@beama.education
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Fri24Mar20171:00pm - 2:30pmSt Patrick's College
A joint event between St. Patrick’s College and Little Flower Girls’ School. The students will create a ‘fine dining’ experience for their parents, showcasing their cookery and food service skills.
Where: St. Patrick’s College Bearnageeha, 619 Antrim Road, Belfast BT15 4DZ
Day and date: Friday 24 March
Time: 1.00pm - 2.30pm
Contact name: Nadine McClelland
Tel number: 028 9077 0011
Email: nmcclelland284@c2kni.net
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Fri24Mar20171:00pm - 5:00pmSkainos Centre
A colourful friendly event for parents and children – get information and advice to support your child’s reading. Enjoy a range of fun activities, with themed face painting of ‘iconic’ book characters for the younger children.
Where: Skainos Centre, 241 Newtownards Road, Belfast BT4 1AF
Day and date: Friday 24 March
Time: 1.00pm - 5.00pm
Contact name: Maggie Andrews
Tel number: 028 9046 7922
Email: maggie@eastsidepartnership.com
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Fri24Mar20172:00pm - 4:00pm The Black Box
Do you love music, are you aged 16 – 24, unemployed and not in education or training? Then this workshop could be for you! Come along and get FREE hands-on experience of club DJ’ing, with advice on how to choose music, use the equipment and perform a DJ set.
Where: The Black Box Belfast, 18-22 Hill St, Belfast BT1 2LA
Day and date: Friday 24 March
Time: 2.00pm - 4.00pm
Contact name: John Walls
Tel number: 028 9581 1202
Email: info@gigatraining.com and info@beama.education
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Fri24Mar20172:00pm - 5:00pm Girdwood Community Hub
Over a cup of tea or coffee, you’re invited to explore hundreds of images of Belfast just how you remember it. You can watch 1000’s of old images dating back to 1897 with Northern Ireland Screen's Digital Film Archive.
Where: Girdwood Community Hub, 10 Girdwood Avenue, Belfast BT14 6EG
Day and date: Friday 24 March
Time: 2.00pm – 5.00pm
Contact name: Roisin McKenna
Tel number: 028 9027 0644
Email: mckennaroisin@belfastcity.gov.uk
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Fri24Mar20174.00pm – 7.00pmStrand Arts Centre
A chance for 7 – 16 year olds to try their hand at stop motion animation and history. Imagine if St Patrick came back today in a DeLorean? All equipment provided.
Where: Strand Arts Centre, 152-154 Holywood Road, Belfast BT4 1NY
Day and date: Friday 24 March
Time: 4.00pm – 7.00pm
Contact name: Larry Cowan
Tel number: 07733 362 297
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Fri24Mar20174.00pm – 8.00pmLoaf Cafe
Take a trip down memory lane as you recall the tastes and smells of old style Irish cooking. Share your stories and recipes with people who grew up in the same area. Why not bring along an older neighbour or relative who might enjoy the day?
Where: Loaf Café, 307-309 Grosvenor Road Belfast BT12 4LP
Day and date: Friday 24 March
Time: 4.00pm - 8.00pm
Contact name: Anne Cheevers
Tel: 028 9043 6400
Email: Anne.cheevers@nowgroup.org
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Fri24Mar20179:30am - 4:30pm Girdwood Community Hub
A training session for local youth workers.
Where: Girdwood Community Hub, 10 Girdwood Avenue, Belfast BT14 6EG
Day and date: Friday 24 March
Time: 9.30am - 4.30pm
Contact name: Brenda Lappin
Tel number: 028 9074 9147
Email: girdwoodunitedyouth@btconnect.com
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Thu23Mar201710:00am - 12:00pm0G/007, School of Education
Open Learning is a part-time, adult education programme at Queen’s that is open to all adults regardless of qualifications or experience. Find out more about the programme and meet tutors and current students.
Where: 0G/007, School of Education, 69 University Street, Belfast, BT7 1HL
Day and date: Thursday 23 March
Time: 10.00am – 12.00pm
Contact name: Dr Cathal McManus
Tel number: 028 9097 5914
Email: c.p.mcmanus@qub.ac.uk
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Thu23Mar201710:00am - 12:00pmEast Belfast Network Centre
People with dementia need businesses and services that welcome them and understand their needs. Carers need more information on the condition. We provide support on dementia awareness, helpful communication tips and guides that will give you confidence to support people living with dementia.
Where: Training Room 3, East Belfast Network Centre, Templemore Avenue, Belfast BT5 4FP
Day and date: Thursday 23 March
Time: 10.00am - 12.00pm
Contact name: Pamela Frazer
Tel number: 07885 899 009
Email: pamela.frazer@alzheimers.org.uk
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Thu23Mar201710:00am - 12:00pmLower Oldpark Community Association
Learn home baking skills through making fresh, wholesome and nourishing breads - just like Granny made. Make bread in various shapes and forms and basic materials and very cost effective.
Where: Lower Oldpark Community Association, 9-23 Avoca Street, Belfast BT14 6EN
Day and date: Thursday 23 March
Time: Session One: 10.00am - 12.00pm
Contact name: Rosemary McGreevey
Tel: 07734 801 604
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Thu23Mar201710:30am - 12:00pm Ulster Museum
Another drawing session for those who have avoided anything artistic since school, yet always felt they may be missing out. We will explore approaches to drawing, none of which involve a sharp pencil and a blank sheet of paper. This session will be different from Tuesday’s so come to just one, or come to both.
Where: Ulster Museum, Botanic Gardens, 8 Stranmillis Road, Belfast BT9 5AB (meet In Discover Art)
Day and date: Thursday 23 March
Time: 10.30am - 12.00pm
Contact name: Colleen Watters
Tel number: 028 9066 8765
Email: colleen.watters@nmni.com
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Thu23Mar201710:30am - 2:30pmNorth Belfast Men’s Shed
Come and enjoy a series of practical activities such as copper work, pyrography, glass painting, glass etching, match stick art etc. Volunteer Shed members will be on hand to give information to anyone hoping to join the men’s shed. A light lunch will be provided. Age 18+.
Where: North Belfast Men’s Shed, Unit 37 North City Business Centre, 2 Duncairn Gardens, bt15 2gg
Day and date: Thursday 23 March
Time: 10.30am – 2.30pm
Contact name: Geraldine Nelson
Tel number: 07850 651263
Email: geraldine@nthbp.com
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Thu23Mar201711:00am - 1:00pmFootprints Women’s Centre
A celebration of the achievements of learners with the aim of inspiring more women to take up learning activities. You will learn more about future training/development programmes.
Where: Footprints Women’s Centre, 84a Colin Mill, Belfast, BT17 0AR
Day and date: Thursday 23 March
Time: 11.00am - 1.00pm
Contact name: Paula Irvine
Tel number: 028 9092 3444
Email: paula@footprintswomenscentre.com
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Thu23Mar201712:00pm - 4:00pm Belfast Met’s Linen Lounge restaurant
Come along and visit our Linen Lounge restaurant to find out how you can create delicious meals out of simple, affordable ingredients.
Where: Belfast Met’s Linen Lounge restaurant, Titanic Quarter Campus, 7 Queens Road, Belfast BT3 9DT
Day and date: Thursday 23 March
Time: On the hour demonstrations between 12.00pm and 4.00pm
Contact name: Michelle Smyth
Tel: 028 9026 5355
Email: michellesmyth@belfastmet.ac.uk
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Thu23Mar20171:00pm - 2:30pmNew Life City Church
An interactive discussion how the Action Belfast’s Speak Out Group has developed in its role as a self-advocacy group for adults with disabilities living in West and North Belfast. Learn about how the group promotes confidence, assertiveness and social inclusion and how through peer learning we can learn from each other.
Where: New Life City Church, 143 Northumberland St, Belfast BT13 2JF
Day and date: Thursday 23 March
Time: 1.00pm - 2.30pm
Contact name: Paula McMurran / Micheál Smith
Tel number: 028 9023 6677
Email: paulamcmurran@usdt.co.uk /m.smith@usdt.co.uk
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Thu23Mar20171:00pm - 3:00pmLower Oldpark Community Association
Learn home baking skills through making fresh, wholesome and nourishing breads - just like Granny made. Make bread in various shapes and forms and basic materials and very cost effective.
Where: Lower Oldpark Community Association, 9-23 Avoca Street, Belfast BT14 6EN
Day and date: Thursday 23 March
Time: Session Two: 1.00pm - 3.00pm
Contact name: Rosemary McGreevey
Tel: 07734 801 604
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Thu23Mar20171:00pm - 3:00pmBelfast Botanic Gardens Bowling Pavilion
Get lost in An Afternoon of Curiosities with experts from Kew Gardens’ Grow Wild Project, Eden Project’s The Big Lunch, Belfast City Council’s Biodiversity officer and The Tropical Ravine’s education officer to explore and examine the world of tropical and native curiosities right under your nose in Botanic Gardens.
Where: Belfast Botanic Gardens Bowling Pavilion, College Park, Botanic Avenue, Belfast BT7 1LP
Day and date: Thursday 23 March
Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm
Contact name: Cailín Lynn
Tel number: 07775 031 345
Email: lynnc@belfastcity.gov.uk
Website: http://www.belfastcity.gov.uk -
Thu23Mar20172:00pm - 4:00pm East Belfast Enterprise
We can help you find out more about the most innovative learning tools available today! We have assessed over 80 digital learning tools, come and find out which came out top. Enjoy FREE scrumptious muffins and coffee!!
Where: East Belfast Enterprise, 68-72 Newtownards Road, Belfast BT4 1GW
Day and date: Thursday 23 March
Time: 2.00pm - 4.00 pm
Contact name: Canice Hamill
Tel number: 028 9266 6161
Email: canice@caniceconsulting.com
Website: www.modern.pm -
Thu23Mar20172:00pm - 4:00pm BCC Glen Road
Over a cup of tea or coffee you can explore hundreds of images of Belfast how you remember it. You can watch 1000s of images dating back to 1897with Northern Ireland Screen's Digital Film Archive.
Where: BCC Glen Road Community Centre, 2 Carrigart Avenue, Belfast BT11 9HU
Day and date: Thursday 23 March
Time: 2.00pm – 4.00pm
Contact name: Roisin McKenna
Tel number: 028 9027 0644
Email: mckennaroisin@belfastcity.gov.uk
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Thu23Mar20172:00pm - 4:00pm Euston Street Primary School
This fun and action-packed event takes families on a learning journey around the six areas of the Northern Ireland curriculum. Families will be provided with learning ideas and activities they can take home.
Where: Euston Street Primary School, Euston St, Belfast Bt6 9Ag
Day and date: Thursday 23 March
Time: 2.00pm - 4.00pm
Contact name: Roz McIlwaine
Tel number: 07720 337 117
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Thu23Mar20172:00pm - 4:00pm BCC Dee Street Community Centre
Learn how to give your laptop/device an MOT. Bring your device along and we will show you how to create more memory space, update your anti-virus software and run regular security checks so that you get the most out of your technology.
Where: BCC Dee Street Community Centre, 12-16 Dee Street, Belfast BT4 1FT
Day and date: Thursday 23 March
Time: 2.00pm – 4.00pm
Tel number: 0844 736 5355
Email: info@ignite.it
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Thu23Mar20172:00pm - 5:00pm Girdwood Community Hub
A lot of people are intrigued by 3D printing, but that interest doesn’t get any further than reading the occasional article. Come along and learn the core processes behind 3D printing and make something static come to life!
Where: Girdwood Community Hub, 10 Girdwood Avenue, Belfast BT14 6EG
Day and date: Thursday 23 March
Time: 2.00pm – 5.00pm
Contact name: Roisin McKenna
Tel number: 028 9027 0644
Email: mckennaroisin@belfastcity.gov.uk
Website: www.belfastcity.gov.uk/community/communitycentres/superconnectedcommunities.aspx -
Thu23Mar20174.00pm – 6.00pmConway Education Centre
Come along and discover the power of art to encourage emotional expression and build self-esteem.
Where: Conway Education Centre, 2nd Floor Conway Mill, 5 – 7 Conway Street Belfast BT13 2DE
Day and date: Thursday 23 March
Time: 4.00pm – 6.00pm
Contact name: Clare Anderson
Tel number: 028 9024 8543
Email: canderson@conwayeducation.org
Web address: www.conwayeducation.org -
Thu23Mar20175:00pm - 8:00pmYouth Action N.I
Are you 16 – 25 years old? Come along and use our “Lifemaps” to create your personal plan to better understand and improve your mental health.
Where: Youth Action N.I. Building 14 College Square North, Belfast BT1 6AS
Day and date: Thursday 23 March
Time: 5.00pm – 8.00pm
Contact name: Caroline Redpath
Tel number: 028 9024 0551
Email: caroline@youthaction.org
Web address: www.youthaction.org -
Thu23Mar20176.00pm - 7.30pmCorpus Christi
An evening for the parents and family members of our club members to learn about boxing and the benefits of physical activity and healthy eating on our mental, emotional and physical wellbeing.
Where: Corpus Christi A.B.C. Ard-na-va Road Belfast BT12 6FF
Day and date: Thursday 23 March
Time: 6.00pm - 7.30pm
Contact name: Tony Leonard
Tel number: 07960 755 648
Email: tonyleonard2013@hotmail.co.uk -
Thu23Mar20176.30pm - 8.00pmDuncairn Centre for Culture and Arts
If you’d like to spark a young person’s imagination, learn new skills and meet new people, train to become a volunteer with Fighting Words Belfast. Learn how to offer support and encouragement on reading to children and young people aged 6 and upwards.
Where: Duncairn Centre for Culture and Arts, Duncairn Complex, Duncairn Avenue, Belfast BT14 6BP
Day and date: Thursday 23 March
Time: 6.30pm - 8.00pm
Contact name: Hannah Armstrong
Tel number: 028 9023 0660
Email: Hannah@fightingwords.co.uk
Website: www.youngatart.co.uk (online application form) -
Thu23Mar20178:00pm - 10:15pmStrand Arts Centre
A touching tale of a wayward young man who struggles to find his identity, living in a world where he can solve any problem except the one brewing deep within himself, until one day he meets his soulmate who opens his mind and his heart. With Matt Damon, Robin Williams, Ben Affleck, Minnie Driver, Casey Affleck.
Where: Strand Arts Centre, 152-154 Holywood Road, Belfast BT4 1NY
Day and date: Thursday 23 March
Time: 8.00pm - 10.15pm
Contact name: Johanna Leech
Tel: 07946 794 742 / 028 9065 5830
Email: Johanna@strandartscentre.com
Website: www.strandartscentre.com -
Wed22Mar201710:00 amFalls Road Library
A mixed media art workshop, exploring memories of growing up in Belfast. Ideas inspired by the blue plaque of actor J.G. Devlin outside Falls Library.
Where: Falls Road Library, 49 Falls Road, Belfast BT12 4PD
Day and date: Wednesday 22 March
Time: 10.00am
Contact name: Kathy Marsh
Tel number: 028 9028 5933
Email: kathymariamarsh@gmail.com
Website: http://www.irishartnow.com/WORKSHOPS-1 -
Wed22Mar201710:00am - 1:00pmConnswater Community Centre
Learn how to grow your own food - a fun event for all the family. Get your hands dirty while sowing, planting and digging in the community garden.
Where: Connswater Community Garden, Connswater Street, Newtownards Road, Belfast BT5 (Behind C.S. Lewis Square)
Day and date: Wednesday 22 March
Time: 10.00am – 1.00pm
Contact name: Dave Carver
Tel number: 028 9074 9494
Email: davidcarver@groundworkni.co.uk
Website: www.groundworkni.org.uk -
Wed22Mar201710:00am - 4:00pm Belfast Met’s Titanic Quarter Campus
Come along for a taster of everything that is great about learning here in the city. Exhibitions include how to make basic clothing alterations, creating simple hairstyles, looking after your mental health, picking up a new instrument, boxing and much more.
Where: Belfast Met’s Titanic Quarter Campus, 7 Queens Road, Belfast, BT3 9DT
Day and date: Wednesday 23 March
Time: 10.00am – 4.00pm
Contact name: Michelle Smyth
Tel: 028 9026 5355
Email: michellesmyth@belfastmet.ac.uk
Web www.belfastmet.ac.uk -
Wed22Mar201710:00am - 4:00pm Belfast Botanic Gardens Bowling Pavilion
Join the Irish Society of Botanical Artists for this hands on workshop with the Tropical Ravine Plant Collection. This is an unmissable opportunity to work alongside experienced artists for a full day to build new skills or develop existing skills in botanical art.
Where: Belfast Botanic Gardens Bowling Pavilion, College Park, Botanic Avenue, Belfast BT7 1LP
Day and date: Wednesday 22 March
Time: 10.00am - 4.00pm
Contact name: Cailín Lynn
Tel number: 07775 031 345
Email: lynnc@belfastcity.gov.uk
Website: http://www.belfastcity.gov.uk/ -
Wed22Mar201710:30am - 12:00pm Ulster Museum
If the thought of drawing or painting is terrifying to you, then collage could be your way of getting started. Inspired by the ‘Lines of Thought’ exhibition from the British Museum, cut, tear and paste your way to making art.
Where: Ulster Museum, Botanic Gardens, 8 Stranmillis Road, Belfast BT9 5AB (meet In Discover Art)
Day and date: Wednesday 22 March
Time: 10.30am - 12.00pm
Contact name: Colleen Watters
Tel number: 028 9066 8765
Email: colleen.watters@nmni.com
Website: www.nmni.com -
Wed22Mar201710:30am - 12:30pm Comber Greenway
Come along and enjoy the wildflowers, weeds, woodlands and wonders that thrive along the traffic free pathways of Tullycarnet and East Belfast. Book early to avoid disappointment.
Where: Comber Greenway meet at Tullycarnet Community Centre, Kinross Avenue, Belfast BT5 7GE
Day and date: Wednesday 22 March
Time: 10.00am – 12.30pm
Contact name: Rachael Ludlow-Williams
Tel: 028 9043 4569
Email: rachael.ludlow-williams@sustrans.org.uk
Website: www.sustrans.org.uk/northern-ireland/our-work-northern-ireland -
Wed22Mar201710:30am - 12:30pm The Mac
EPALE: Electronic Platform for Adult Learning in Europe hosts an interactive workshop on social inclusion in adult learning. It will look at the issues faced by those from minority/ disadvantaged groups accessing learning and how provision can be made more inclusive.
Where: The Mac, 10 Exchange St, Belfast BT1 2LS
Day and date: Wednesday 22 March
Time: 10.00am - 12.30pm followed by lunch
Contact name: Janett Scully
Tel number: +44 (0)121 212 8905
Email: janett.scully@ecorys.com
Website: http://ec.europa.eu/epale/en -
Wed22Mar201710:30am - 12:30pm ArtsEkta
Through storytelling and arts activities, we will be listening and interacting with different cultures to understand the issues of racism and sectarianism. Many misunderstandings in the world could be avoided if we took the time to understand viewpoints and cultures other than our own.
Where: ArtsEkta, Glendenning House, 6 Murray St, Belfast BT1 6DN
Day and date: Wednesday 22 March
Time: 10.30am - 12.30pm (light lunch served)
Contact name: Nisha Tandon
Tel number: 028 9023 1381
Email: nisha@artsekta.org.uk
Website: www.artsekta.org.uk -
Wed22Mar201710:30am - 4:00pm Cedar Foundation
Information sessions for people with disabilities seeking work. Find out more on ‘Making work pay’ - Benefits Advice, ‘Disclosing your disability to employers’, ‘Job-search and interview skills’ plus supports and adjustments available.
Where: Cedar Foundation, Training and Resource Centre, 1 Upper Lisburn Road, Belfast BT10 0GW
Day and date: Wednesday 22 March
Time: 10.30am – 4.00pm
Contact name: Michael Blair
Tel number: 07921 776 372 or 028 9061 2424
Email: m.blair@cedar-foundation.org
Website: www.cedar-foundation.org -
Wed22Mar201711:00am - 1:00pmBelfast Print Workshop
Hands on printmaking workshops for adults
Where: Belfast Print Workshop, Cotton Court, 30-42 Waring Street, Belfast BT1 2ED
Day and date: Wednesday 22 March
Time: 11.00am - 1.00pm with the East Belfast Alternators Group
Contact name: Tonya McMullan
Tel number: 028 9023 1323
Email: Events@bpw.org.uk
Website: www.bpw.org.uk -
Wed22Mar201711:00am - 1:00pmBCC Morton Community Centre
Enhance your photography skills as we show you simple photoshop techniques that will allow you touch up old photos as well as store them online to free up space and email them to friends.
Where: BCC Morton Community Centre, Lorne Street, Belfast, BT9 7DU
Day and date: Wednesday 22 March
Time: 11.00am – 1.00pm
Contact name: Roisin McKenna
Tel number: 028 9027 0644
Email: mckennaroisin@belfastcity.gov.uk
Website: www.belfastcity.gov.uk/community/communitycentres/superconnectedcommunities.aspx -
Wed22Mar201711:00am - 2:00pmOlympia Leisure Centre
Learn how to give your laptop/device an MOT. Bring your device along and we will show you how to create more memory space, update your anti-virus software and run regular security checks so that you get the most out of your technology.
Where: Olympia Leisure Centre, Boucher Rd, Belfast BT12 6HR
Day and date: Wednesday 22 March
Time: 11.00am - 2.00pm
Tel number: 0844 736 5355
Email: info@ignite.it
Website: www.belfastcity.gov.uk/community/communitycentres/superconnectedcommunities.aspx -
Wed22Mar201711:30am - 3:00pmGirdwood Community Hub
Find out about the 12 - week ‘taster’ course in Social Policy! Usual qualifications not required. Runs September – December, 3 hours every Wednesday. Grants, bursaries and part time loans available. If you meet certain criteria, the course will be FREE! You'll never know if you don't try!' Find out more (or sign up!).
Where: Girdwood Hub, 10 Girdwood Avenue, Belfast, BT14 6EG
Day and date: Wed 22 March
Time: 11.30am – 3.00pm
Contact name: Dr Wendy Saunderson
Tel number: 07703452404
Email: w.saunderson@ulster.ac.uk
Website: www.ulster.ac.uk -
Wed22Mar20171:00pm - 3:00pmBCC Duncairn Community Centre
Learn how to search for your favourite crochet/knitting patterns and other crafty ideas online for free over a cuppa and a chat with other crafters.
Where: BCC Duncairn Community Centre, Upper Mervue Street, Belfast BT15 2JZ
Day and date Wednesday 22 March
Time: 1.00pm – 3.00pm
Contact name: Roisin McKenna
Tel number: 028 9027 0644
Email: mckennaroisin@belfastcity.gov.uk
Website: www.belfastcity.gov.uk/community/communitycentres/superconnectedcommunities.aspx -
Wed22Mar20171:00pm - 3:00pmPRONI
Enjoy a tour of PRONI’s archive focusing on the First World War and Women’s History. You will also find out more from the Curatorial and Learning Teams at HMS Caroline about what’s involved in building and creating an archive related to WRNs history at HMS Caroline.
Where: PRONI, 2 Titanic Boulevard, Titanic Quarter, BT3 9HQ
Day and date: Thursday 23 March
Time: 1.00pm – 3.00pm
Contact name: PRONI Public Services
Tel number: 028 9053 4800
Email: proni@communities-ni.gov.uk
Website: https://www.nidirect.gov.uk/proni -
Wed22Mar20171:00pm - 3:30pmNewington Day Centre
Hands-on printmaking workshops for adults, led by artist Ivan Frew
Where: Newington Day Centre, 31-33 Atlantic Avenue , Belfast BT15 2HN
Day and date: Wednesday 22 March
Time: 1.00pm - 3:30pm
Contact name: Tonya McMullan
Tel number: 028 9023 1323
Email: Events@bpw.org.uk
Website: www.bpw.org.uk -
Wed22Mar20171:00pm - 4:00pm174 Trust Duncairn Complex
Ashton Community Trust are opening their doors for a fun filled informal afternoon. Come along and find out more about all the learning and support available locally from a wide range of organisations.
Where: 174 Trust Duncairn Complex, Duncairn Ave, Belfast BT14 6BP
Day and date: Wednesday 22 March
Time: 1.00pm - 4.00pm
Contact name: Jeanette Burns
Tel number: 028 9560 9522
Email: jeanette.burns@ashtoncentre.com
Website: www.ashtoncentre.com -
Wed22Mar20172:00pm - 4:00pm Frank Gillen Centre
People with dementia need businesses and services that welcome them and understand their needs. Carers need more information on the condition. We provide support on dementia awareness, helpful communication tips and guides that will give you confidence to support people living with dementia.
Where: Frank Gillen Centre, 1a Cullingtree Road, Belfast BT12 4JU
Day and date: Wednesday 22 March
Time: 2.00pm - 4.00pm
Contact name: James Erskine
Tel number: 028 9038 7487
Email: james.erskine@alzheimers.org.uk
Website: www.alzheimers.org.uk -
Wed22Mar20172:00pm - 5:00pm Girdwood Community Hub
Part 2 This course focuses on the Apple iMac, and gives you the knowledge and experience to use an iMac with confidence. You'll learn about the applications you can use every day, find out how to find files, create an Apple ID account, use FaceTime, Safari, iTunes and much more.
Where: Girdwood Community Hub, 10 Girdwood Avenue, Belfast BT14 6EG
Day and date: Wednesday 22 March
Time: 2.00pm – 5.00pm
Contact name: Roisin McKenna
Tel number: 028 9027 0644
Email: mckennaroisin@belfastcity.gov.uk
Website: www.belfastcity.gov.uk/community/communitycentres/superconnectedcommunities.aspx -
Wed22Mar20172:30pm - 8:00pm Hopelink Centre
Music, nutrition, fitness, creative arts – taster workshops
Where: Hopelink Centre, Carlisle Circus, 4 Henry Place, Belfast BT15 2BB
Day and Date: Wednesday 22 March
Time: 2.30pm – 8.00pm
Contact name: Penny Owens Tel.028 9032 8308 and Frances Craig, Tel. 028 9035 1948
Email: powens@pcibsw.org and fcraig@pcibsw.org
Website: www.carlislehouse.org -
Wed22Mar20174:30pm - 7:30pmTBC
This event aims to introduce participants to various types of Somali dishes, especially those that have been prepared for celebrations and cooking methods used by Somali people for thousands of years.
Where: To be confirmed
Day and date: Wednesday 22 March
Time: 4.30pm – 7.00pm
Contact name: Adnan Hussein
Tel number: 07454775666
Email: info@nisomaliassociation.org.uk
Website: www. nisomaliassociation.org.uk -
Wed22Mar20176.00pm - 7.30pmCorpus Christi
An evening for the parents and family members of our club members to learn about boxing and the benefits of physical activity and healthy eating on our mental, emotional and physical wellbeing.
Where: Corpus Christi A.B.C., Ard-na-va Road Belfast, BT12 6FF
Day and date: Wednesday 22 March
Time: 6.00pm - 7.30pm
Contact name: Tony Leonard
Tel number: 07960 755 648
Email: tonyleonard2013@hotmail.co.uk -
Wed22Mar20176.30pm - 8.00pmSkainos Centre
If you’d like to spark a young person’s imagination, learn new skills and meet new people, train to become a volunteer with Fighting Words Belfast. Learn how to offer support and encouragement to children and young people aged 6 and upwards.
Where: Fighting Words Belfast, 2nd Floor, Skainos Centre, 239 Newtownards Road, Belfast, BT4 1AF
Day and date: Wednesday 22 March
Time: 6.30pm - 8.00pm
Contact name: Hannah Armstrong
Tel number: 028 9023 0660
Email: Hannah@fightingwords.co.uk
Website: www.youngatart.co.uk -
Wed22Mar20177:30 pmArgyle Business Centre
A one act play involving two women who meet each other on a winter’s night, stuck in the back room of a pub in the Sperrin Mountains. They discover that they have much in common but they discover more about each other’s families that is disturbing for both women. The subject of remembrance becomes a troubling part of their conversation. Is there anything that could and should have been talked about in our society that would have helped to prevent the conflict that engulfed us all?
Where: Argyle Business Centre, 39 North Howard St Belfast BT13 2AP
Day and date: Wednesday 22 March
Time: 7.30pm
Contact name: Philip McDonagh
Tel number: 07768 671 100
Email: philipmcdonagh@ntlworld.com
Website: southbankplayhouse.com -
Tue21Mar201710:00am - 12:00pmPalm House
Pop in to the Palm House, work alongside experienced Botanic Gardens staff and learn how to take cuttings and multiply your plants, you’ll even get one to take away!
Where: Palm House, Belfast Botanic Gardens, College Park, Botanic Avenue, Belfast BT7 1LP
Day and date: Tuesday 21 March
Time: 10.00am – 12.00pm
Contact name: Cailín Lynn
Tel number: 07775 031 345
Email: lynnc@belfastcity.gov.uk
Website: http://www.belfastcity.gov.uk/ -
Tue21Mar201710:00am - 1:00pmConway Education Centre
Develop your creative writing skills exploring the themes of identity and sense of belonging!
Where: Conway Education Centre, 2nd Floor Conway Mill, 5 – 7 Conway Street Belfast BT13 2DE
Day and date: Tuesday 21 March
Time: 10.00am – 1.00pm
Contact name: Clare Anderson
Tel number: 028 9024 8543
Email: canderson@conwayeducation.org
Web address: www.conwayeducation.org -
Tue21Mar201710:00am - 1:00pm21 Linenhall Street
Hear about Belfast City Council’s “Step Up To Learn” programme – our pre recruitment programmes, recruitment and selection processes and how we support employees in developing literacy and numeracy essential skills.
Where: 21 Linenhall Street, Belfast BT2 8AB
Day and date: Tuesday 21 March
Time: 10.00am – 1.00pm
Contact name: Lisa Rogan
Tel number: 028 9027 0397
Email: roganl@belfastcity.gov.uk -
Tue21Mar201710:00am - 4:00pm Cedar Foundation
Information sessions for people with disabilities seeking work. Find out more on ‘Making work pay’ - Benefits Advice, ‘Disclosing your disability to employers’, Job-search and interview skills’ plus supports and adjustments available.
Where: Cedar Foundation, Training and Resource Centre, 1 Upper Lisburn Road, Belfast BT10 0GW
Day and date: Tuesday 21 March
Time: 10.30am – 4.00pm
Contact name: Michael Blair
Tel number: 07921 776 372 or 028 9061 2424
Email: m.blair@cedar-foundation.org
Website: www.cedar-foundation.org -
Tue21Mar201710:30am - 12:00pm Ulster Museum
A drawing session for those who have avoided anything artistic since school, yet always felt they may be missing out. We will explore ways to start drawing - none of which involve a sharp pencil and a blank sheet of paper (terrifying!).
Where: Ulster Museum, Botanic Gardens, 8 Stranmillis Road, Belfast BT9 5AB (meet In Discover Art)
Day and date: Tuesday 21 March
Time: 10.30am - 12.00pm
Contact name: Colleen Watters
Tel number: 028 9066 8765
Email: colleen.watters@nmni.com
Website: www.nmni.com -
Tue21Mar201711:00am - 1:00pmBelfast Print Workshop
Hands on printmaking workshops for adults
Where: Belfast Print Workshop, Cotton Court, 30-42 Waring Street, Belfast BT1 2ED
Day and date: Tuesday 21 March
Time: 11.00am – 1.00pm with the East Belfast Alternators Group
Contact name: Tonya McMullan
Tel number: 028 9023 1323
Email: Events@bpw.org.uk
Website: www.bpw.org.uk -
Tue21Mar201711:00am - 1:00pmBCC Knocknagoney Community Centre
Over a cup of tea or coffee you can explore hundreds of images of Belfast how you remember it. You can watch 1000s of old footage dating back to 1897 with Northern Ireland Screen's Digital Film Archive.
Where: BCC Knocknagoney Community Centre, 41A Knocknagoney Drive, Belfast BT4 2QF
Day and date: Tuesday 21 March
Time: 11.00am – 1.00pm
Contact name: Roisin McKenna
Tel number: 028 9027 0644
Email: mckennaroisin@belfastcity.gov.uk
Website: www.belfastcity.gov.uk/community/communitycentres/superconnectedcommunities.aspx -
Tue21Mar201712:00pm - 2:00pm Grosvenor Hall
Learn more about dementia from people living with it. Hear about symptoms, diagnosis and treatment. Gain skills to communicate better with people living with dementia and learn how, with the correct support and services, people can still live well after a diagnosis.
Where: Grosvenor Hall, grosvenor house, glengall street, Belfast BT12 5AD
Day and date: Tuesday 21 March
Time: 12.00pm - 2.00pm
Contact name: Ashleigh Davis
Tel number: 028 9068 6768
Email: ashleigh@dementiani.org
Website: www.dementiani.org -
Tue21Mar20171:00pm - 3:30pmNewington Day Cent
Hands on printmaking workshops for adults
Where: Newington Day Centre, 31-33 Atlantic Avenue, Belfast, BT15 2HN
Day and date: Tuesday 21 March
Time: 1.00pm – 3.30pm
Contact name: Tonya McMullan
Tel number: 028 9023 1323
Email: Events@bpw.org.uk
Website: www.bpw.org.uk -
Tue21Mar20172:00pm - 5:00pm Girdwood Community Hub
Ever wondered why so many people are using mac? Get the knowledge and experience to use an iMac with confidence. You'll learn about the applications you'll use every day, find out how to find files, create an Apple ID account, use FaceTime, Safari, iTunes and much more.
Where: Girdwood Community Hub, 10 Girdwood Avenue, Belfast BT14 6EG
Day and date: Tuesday 21 March
Time: 2.00pm – 5.00pm
Contact name: Roisin McKenna
Tel number: 028 9027 0644
Email: mckennaroisin@belfastcity.gov.uk
Website: www.belfastcity.gov.uk/community/communitycentres/superconnectedcommunities.aspx -
Tue21Mar20173.30pm – 8.00pmThe Black Box
A pop-up sensory space for children to enjoy, relax and chill in! A therapeutic area for anyone with sensory processing disorders. From bubble tubes to bean bags, bright and flashing lights to touch and tactile resources our Sensory Spot will engage all of the senses.
Where: The Black Box Belfast, 18-22 Hill St, Belfast BT1 2LA
Day and date: Tuesday 21 March
Time: 3.30pm – 8.00pm
Contact name: Ashleigh Browne
Tel: 028 9031 9360
Email: marketing@learningspaceuk.co.uk
Website: www.learningspaceuk.co.uk -
Tue21Mar20173:30pm - 5:00pm St Vincent de Paul Primary School
Aimed at parents with children attending primary school, you will meet teachers who will lead activities to help you support your children through maths based homework and other activities.
Where: St Vincent de Paul Primary School, 167A Ligoniel Road, Belfast BT148DP
Day and date: Tuesday 21 March
Time: 3.30pm - 5.00pm
Contact name: Eamonn McKermott
Tel number: 028 9071 7920
Email: emckermott210@stvincentdepaul.belfast.ni.sch.uk -
Tue21Mar20173:30pm - 8:00pm The Black Box
Our fun games night will showcase a wide range of educational and board games for all ages to play, from new innovative games to old classics. Learn as you play and share your hints, tips and ideas with others.
Where: The Black Box Belfast, 18-22 Hill St, Belfast BT1 2LA
Day and date: Tuesday 21 March
Time: 3.30pm – 8.00pm
Contact name: Ashleigh Browne
Tel: 028 9031 9360
Email: marketing@learningspaceuk.co.uk
Website: www.learningspaceuk.co.uk -
Tue21Mar20174.00pm – 6.00pmConway Education Centre
Come and learn about the universe and the amazing objects beyond our planet!
Where: Conway Education Centre, 2nd Floor Conway Mill, 5 – 7 Conway Street Belfast BT13 2DE
Day and date: Tuesday 21 March
Time: 4.00pm – 6.00pm
Contact name: Clare Anderson
Tel number: 028 9024 8543
Email: canderson@conwayeducation.org
Web address: www.conwayeducation.org -
Tue21Mar20176.00pm - 7.30pmCorpus Christi
An evening for the parents and families of our club members to learn about boxing and the benefits of physical activity and healthy eating on our mental, emotional and physical wellbeing.
Where: Corpus Christi A.B.C., Ard-na-va Road Belfast BT12 6FF
Day and date: Tuesday 21 March
Time: 6.00pm - 7.30pm
Contact name: Tony Leonard
Tel number: 07960 755 648
Email: tonyleonard2013@hotmail.co.uk -
Tue21Mar20176.00pm - 8.00pmGirdwood Community Hub
Football for Health will distribute helpful resources for young people and their parents on looking after both physical and emotional wellbeing and promote the message “It's OK to ask for help no matter what.” Find out about the wide range of support available for parents and young people.
Where: Girdwood Community Hub, 10 Girdwood Avenue, Belfast BT14 6EG
Day and date: Tuesday 21 March
Time: 6.00pm - 8.00pm
Contact name: Joe Donnelly
Tel number: 07849324360
Email: tamhi2011@outlook.com
Web address: tamhi.btck.co.uk -
Tue21Mar20176:30pm - 8:30pm St Gabriel’s Weightlifting Club
An Olympic weightlifting coaching session for children and their parents. You will be coached through various movements of the main types of lifts, using technique bars and wooden bars.
Where: St Gabriel’s Weightlifting Club, Unit11-3c Blackstaff Mill, 81 Springfield Road, Belfast BT12 7AE
Day and date: Tuesday 21 March
Time: 6.30pm – 8.30pm
Contact name: Bronagh Donnelly
Tel number: 07725 738 458
Email: stgabrielsweightliftingbelfast@outlook.com / bronaghdfitness@outlook.com -
Tue21Mar20177.00pm - 9.00pmCarr’s Glen Primary School
For families to develop a greater understanding of the digital world in which their children live. Pupils will present a series of interactive activities where they become the educators, guiding parents, grandparents and relations through the different technologies that are now a part of everyday life in school.
Where: Carr’s Glen Primary School, 629 Oldpark Road, Belfast, BT14 6QX
Day and date: Tuesday 21 March
Time: 7.00pm - 9.00pm
Contact name: Tony Young
Tel number: 07812 138 696
Email: ayoung607@c2kni.net -
Tue21Mar20177:30 pmKnocknagoney Community Centre
A one act play involving two women who meet each other on a winter’s night, stuck in the back room of a pub in the Sperrin Mountains. They discover that they have much in common but they discover more about each other’s families that is disturbing for both women. The subject of remembrance becomes a troubling part of their conversation. Is there anything that could and should have been talked about in our society that would have helped to prevent the conflict that engulfed us all?
Where: Knocknagoney Community Centre, 41A Knocknagoney Drive, Belfast BT4 2QF
Day and date: Tuesday 21 March
Time: 7.30pm
Contact name: Philip McDonagh
Tel number: 07768 671 100
Email: philipmcdonagh@ntlworld.com
Website: southbankplayhouse.com -
Tue21Mar20179:00am - 2:00pm Girdwood Community Hub
An interactive workshop to inform and inspire both children and adults about Africa, covering subjects such as family life, sport and exercise, cultural differences and similarities, education, daily work life, diet and children’s games. The presence of our African athletes only helps to make this an authentic and original experience.
Where: Girdwood Community Hub Belfast, 10 Girdwood Avenue, Belfast BT14 6EG
Day and date: Tuesday 21 March
Time: 9.00am – 2.00pm
Contact name: Ciaran Collins
Tel number: 07774 088 034
Email: projectafricaathletics@gmail.com
Website: projectafricaathletics.com -
Tue21Mar20179:30am - 1:00pm Whitla Hall
Open to year 10 – 12 pupils to highlight career pathways, courses and skills needed in the digital/creative industry. Hear from a range of leading digital companies and get hands on with interactive demonstrations. Designed to inspire and motivate young people to pursue a career in this very diverse sector.
Where: Whitla Hall, Queens University, University Road, Belfast BT7 1NN
Day and date: Tuesday 21 March
Time: 9.30am – 1.00pm
Contact name: Clare Dumigan
Tel number: 028 9024 4070
Email: clare.dumigan@southbelfast.org
Website: www.southbelfast.org -
Tue21Mar20179:30am - 2:30pm The Black Box
A fantastic tournament for P6 pupils that introduces games to new and seasoned players alike, whether you're hot with numbers, words, problem solving or you are more physically flexible, everyone will have a chance to shine. At the end of the tournament, there will be a prize-giving with certificates and prizes.
Where: The Black Box Belfast, 18-22 Hill St, Belfast BT1 2LA
Day and date: Tuesday 21 March
Time: 9.30am – 2.30pm
Contact name: Ashleigh Browne
Tel: 028 9031 9360
Email: marketing@learningspaceuk.co.uk
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Mon20Mar201710:00am - 12:00pmBCC Donegall Pass Community Centre
Sick of hearing your friends talking about how they bagged a bargain online or how they get their groceries delivered to their home? Why not come along and we will show you how easy it is. All while making sure that you shop safely online.
Where: BCC Donegall Pass Community Centre, 25 Apsley Street, Belfast BT7 1BL
Day and date: Monday 20 March
Time: 10.00am – 12.00pm
Contact name: Roisin McKenna
Tel number: 028 9027 0644
Email: mckennaroisin@belfastcity.gov.uk
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Mon20Mar201710:00am - 1:00pmGlenbryn Community Garden
Come along and learn how to plant in containers, how to plant spring flowers and under-plant with summer bulbs to provide colour for longer.
Where: Glenbryn Community Garden, 85 Alliance Road, Belfast BT14 7JE (behind the Jolly Roger Community Centre)
Day and date: Monday 20 March
Time: 10.00am - 1.00pm
Contact name: Heather Boyd
Tel number. 028 9074 9494
Email: heatherboyd@groundworkni.co.uk
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Mon20Mar201710:00am - 1:00pmTree of Life Centre
Come along and find a new use for a familiar object. Take an old pallet, and imagine a new use for it. Deconstruct it, adapt it and build it for a new purpose perhaps something for the garden etc. This workshop will enable you to explore a new way to develop basic carpentry skills.
Where: Tree of Life Centre, Conway Mill, 5-7 Conway Street, Belfast BT13 2DE
Day and date: Monday 20 March
Time: 10.00am – 1.00pm
Contact name: Janice Beggs
Tel: 07872 075 585
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Mon20Mar201711:00am - 1:00pmBCC Dee Street Community Centre
Over a cup of tea or coffee, you’re invited to explore hundreds of images of Belfast how you remember it. You can watch reels of old footage dating back to 1897with Northern Ireland Screen's Digital Film Archive.
Where: BCC Dee Street Community Centre, 12-16 Dee Street, Belfast BT4 1FT
Day and date: Monday 20 March
Time: 11.00am – 1.00pm
Contact name: Roisin McKenna
Tel number: 028 9027 0644
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Mon20Mar20172:00pm - 5:00pm Girdwood Community Hub
Learn how to give your laptop/ device an MOT. Bring your device along and we will show you how to create more memory space, update your anti-virus software and run regular security checks so that you get the most out of your technology.
Where: Girdwood Community Hub, 10 Girdwood Avenue, Belfast BT14 6EG
Day and date: Monday 20 March
Time: 2.00pm – 5.00pm
For more information:
Tel number: 0844 736 5355
Email: info@ignite.it
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Mon20Mar20174:00 - 5:00pmConway Education Centre
A one hour fun introduction session to learning Spanish
Where: Conway Education Centre, 2nd Floor Conway Mill, 5 – 7 Conway Street Belfast BT13 2DE
Day and date: Monday 20 March
Time: 4.00pm - 5.00pm
Contact name: Clare Anderson
Tel number: 028 9024 8543
Email: canderson@conwayeducation.org
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Mon20Mar20176:00pm - 8:00pm Girdwood Community Hub
Football for Health will distribute helpful resources for young people and their parents on looking after both physical and emotional wellbeing and promote the message “It's OK to ask for help no matter what.” Find out about the wide range of support available for parents and young people.
Where: Girdwood Community Hub, 10 Girdwood Avenue, Belfast BT14 6EG
Day and date: Monday 20 March
Time: 6.00pm - 8.00pm
Contact name: Joe Donnelly
Tel number: 07849 324 360
Email: tamhi2011@outlook.com
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Mon20Mar2017Thu23Mar20176:30pm - 9:30pm Wandsworth Community Centre
A twelve hour course over four evenings leading to a three year certificate in Paediatric First Aid.
Where: Wandsworth Community Centre, 26A Belmont Church Rd, Belfast BT4 3FF
Day and date: Monday 20 - Thursday 23 March
Time: 6.30pm - 9.30pm
Contact name: Alison Smith
Tel number: 07903 674 698
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Mon20Mar20177:30 pmGreenway Women’s Centre
Enjoy a one act play involving two women who meet each other on a winter’s night, stuck in the back room of a pub in the Sperrin Mountains. They discover that they have much in common but discover more about each other’s families that is disturbing for both women. The subject of remembrance becomes a troubling part of their conversation. Is there anything that could and should have been talked about in our society that would have helped to prevent the conflict that engulfed us all?
Where: Greenway Women’s Centre, 19 Greenway, Belfast BT6 0DT
Day and date: Monday 20 March
Time: 7.30pm
Contact name: Philip McDonagh
Tel number: 07768 671 100
Email: philipmcdonagh@ntlworld.com
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Mon20Mar2017Fri24Mar20179:30am - 5:00pmPlace
Help build a Lego® city - create a well-connected city with houses, shops, schools, parks and much more. Use our “Mysterious Belfast” map and find the treasure in the architecture of Belfast. You will discover the unique elements that make Belfast an interesting and fun city to walk around.
Where: Place, 7-9 Lower Garfield Street, Belfast BT1 1FP
Day and date: Drop in Monday 20 March - Friday 24 March
Time: 9.30am – 5.00pm
Contact name: Stephanie Palmer
Tel number: 028 9023 2524
Email: Stephanie@placeni.org
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Mon20Mar2017Fri24Mar2017All day every dayLearning SPACE
Arts & Crafts workshops
Details: Free workshops to coincide with ‘A Northern Ireland Adventure - Treasure Hunt’. Children can re-create some of the amazing landmarks they found on their adventure, while discovering Northern Ireland landmarks in-store!
Where: Learning SPACE 11a Fountain Centre, College Street, Belfast BT1 6ET
Day and date: Monday 20 March – Friday 24 March
Time: All day, every day from 9.00am – 5.00pm
Contact name: Ashleigh Browne
Tel: 028 9031 9360
Email: marketing@learningspaceuk.co.uk
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Mon20Mar2017Fri24Mar2017All day every day from 10:00am - 5:00pmLearning SPACE
Take a trip around Northern Ireland without even having to leave our store! Use the map to follow the trail to find all the famous landmarks and learn some of their fun facts. Find and collect all of the landmarks and receive a lucky dip at the end!
Where: Learning SPACE, 11a Fountain Centre, College Street, Belfast BT1 6ET
Day and date: Monday 20 March - Friday 24 March
Time: All day, every day from 10.00am – 5.00pm
Contact name: Ashleigh Browne
Tel: 028 9031 9360
Email: marketing@learningspaceuk.co.uk
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Sun19Mar201710 am to 1 pmGirdwood Community Hub, 10 Girdwood Avenue, Belfast, BT14 6EG
Fancy a fun filled day of football with the family? Tackling Awareness of Mental Health Issues (T.A.M.H.I) are delivering a 'Football for health' session on Sunday 19 March in Girdwood Community Hub from 10 am to 1pm.
The focus is on young people learning about how to look after their emotional wellbeing.
For more information contact Joe Donnelly on 078 4934 2360 or email tamhi2011@outlook.com
This event is part of the Family Friendly Belfast initiative delivered by Belfast Strategic Partnership with support from the Public Health Agency.
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This year's Belfast Festival of Learning is being launched on Monday 6 March, with a number of Family Friendly activities running between 20 to 26 March 2017.
Programme Guide is now available.
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Sun12Mar201711 am to 5pmVictoria Park, Belfast, BT3 to Botanic Gardens, Belfast, BT7
Join Sustrans for their Fun Family Cycle from Victoria Park to the Belfast Children's Festival at Botanic Gardens on Sunday 12 March 2017 from 11 am to 5 pm.
This is family friendly led ride for 20 participants following mainly traffic free cycle routes.
The Sustrans ride team will marshal the group, who will enjoy a show at the Lyric Theatre beside Botanic Gardens as part of the Young at Art Belfast Children’s Festival, before cycling back to Victoria Park.
To register contact Rachael Ludlow-Williams on 028 9043 4569 or email rachael.ludlow-williams@sustrans.org.uk
This event is part of the Family Friendly Belfast initiative delivered by Belfast Strategic Partnership with support from the Public Health Agency.
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Sat11Mar201710am to 2.30pmSt George's Market, 12-20 East Bridge Street, Belfast, BT1 3NQ
This March Giga Training are collaborating with Belfast Strategic Partnership and BEAMA to deliver two workshops as part of their Family Friendly Belfast initiative.
They be taking up residence at St George’s Market on Saturday 11th March to host two digital art workshops, promoting healthy eating, local produce and citywide connectivity.
The workshops take place from 10am-12pm and 12.30pm-2.30pm in St George’s Market in Belfast.
The first workshop will be a digital animation session where participants will get the opportunity to create their own digital animation using local produce from the market, based on the theme of citywide connectivity, so get prepared for potatoes cycling past City Hall and leeks in a boat on the Lagan.
The second workshop will take place will see local produce from the market transformed into musical instruments, for a digital fruit and vegetable orchestra. We will use the state of the art Makey Makey technology to turn everyday fruit and vegetables into playable musical instruments. Participants will get the chance to play the instruments and record their own piece of digital music, using the fruit and veg instruments.
Both workshops are free, open to all ages and all equipment for both workshops will be provided, including iPads, animation materials and all the fresh local produce from around the market.
For further information contact info@gigatraining.com or phone 028 9581 1202.
This event is part of the Family Friendly Belfast initiative delivered by Belfast Strategic Partnership with support from the Public Health Agency
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Sat04Mar201710 am to 4 pmBath House, 5 Glenmore Street, Belfast, BT5 4HE
Infinity Farm, new community interest company improving the health and wellbeing of urban communities, are encouraging you to bring your family along to their Sprung workshop in the Bath House, adjacent to Templemore Swimming Baths on Saturday 4 March 2017 from 10 am to 4pm.
Working alongside local artists Infinity Farm will create an interactive interactive workshop area and exhibition exploring art making and planting for the coming spring season!
For more information email contact@infinityfarm.info or visit their website
This event is part of the Family Friendly Belfast initiative delivered by Belfast Strategic Partnership with support from the Public Health Agency.
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Sat04Mar201710am to 1.30pmThe Ark Room, Christian Fellowship Church, Holywood Road, Belfast
Doodle Bugs Workshops in partnership with Family Friendly Belfast are bringing the Wild West is to East Belfast with their Cow Boy and Indian craft workshops.
You are invited to bring your whole family along to stick ‘em up and stick ‘em together. Making Tepee Towns and Cowboy Storage holders.
Workshops will operate on a drop in basis. Call in with your clan anytime over the duration of the event to make and take home some awesome craftiness.
For more information email info@doodlebugsworkshops.co.uk or alternatively please visit the Doodle Bugs website
This event is part of the Family Friendly Belfast initiative delivered by Belfast Strategic Partnership with support from the Public Health Agency.
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Sat18Feb201711:00 to 12:00Maitri Studio, 4 The Mount, Belfast, BT5 4NA
Family yoga sessions are a fun and interactive way to experience yoga while taking some quality time to support bonding as a family.
Using movement, games, song and mindfulness, these sessions encourage children (and adults!) to feel grounded in their bodies, as well as develop strength, flexibility and confidence.
You'll finish off with some relaxation time, before a well deserved refreshment and healthy snack.
No previous yoga experience necessary. Suitable for children aged 3-12, but the whole family is welcome.
For more information telephone 028 9099 2428 or email info@maitristudio.net
This event is part of the Family Friendly Belfast initiative delivered by Belfast Strategic Partnership with support from the Public Health Agency.
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Sat18Feb201711:00 to 12:00Maitri Studio, 4 The Mount, Belfast, BT5 4NA
Family yoga sessions are a fun and interactive way to experience yoga while taking some quality time to support bonding as a family.
Using movement, games, song and mindfulness, these sessions encourage children (and adults!) to feel grounded in their bodies, as well as develop strength, flexibility and confidence.
You'll finish off with some relaxation time, before a well deserved refreshment and healthy snack.
No previous yoga experience necessary. Suitable for children aged 3-12, but the whole family is welcome.
For more information telephone 028 9099 2428 or email info@maitristudio.net
This event is part of the Family Friendly Belfast initiative delivered by Belfast Strategic Partnership with support from the Public Health Agency.
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Sun12Feb20172:30pm to 3:30pmMaitri Studio, 4 The Mount, Belfast, BT5 4NA
Family yoga sessions are a fun and interactive way to experience yoga while taking some quality time to support bonding as a family.
Using movement, games, song and mindfulness, these sessions encourage children (and adults!) to feel grounded in their bodies, as well as develop strength, flexibility and confidence.
You'll finish off with some relaxation time, before a well deserved refreshment and healthy snack.
No previous yoga experience necessary. Suitable for children aged 3-12, but the whole family is welcome.
For more information telephone 028 9099 2428 or email info@maitristudio.net
This event is part of the Family Friendly Belfast initiative delivered by Belfast Strategic Partnership with support from the Public Health Agency.
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Mon06Feb2017Fri31Mar2017Drop in Mon - Fri, 9.30 am to 5 pmPLACE, Lower Garfield Street, Belfast, BT1 1FP
PLACE invite you and your family to make your contribution to their lego city, as part of their 'Build it | Mysterious Belfast' workshops running through out February and March 2017.
Once your city is built you can pick up a Mysterious Belfast map and discover the unique element within the architecture of Belfast, making for an adventurous city walk.
Drop in between 9.30 am to 5 pm Monday to Friday.
For more information contact Stephanie Palmer on 028 9023 2524 or email stephanie@placeni.org
This event is part of the Family Friendly Belfast initiative delivered by Belfast Strategic Partnership with support from the Public Health Agency.
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Sat04Feb20171pm to 3pmOh Yeah Centre, 15-21 Gordon St, Belfast BT1 2LG
Family friendly lunch time music, plus games, crafts and activities for children.
With Valentines Day around the corner, songs of love are the theme of the afternoon. Come along and enjoy some live music, bring a picnic and grab a coffee from the Oh Yeah Cafe.
Children's games available and Valentine’s card making is encouraged. Bring any unwanted toys along to swap or leave them to donate to a children's charity.
For more information contact 028 9031 0845 or visit www.ohyeahbelfast.com
Join the Acoustic Picnic community on Facebook for regular updates.
This event is part of the Family Friendly Belfast initiative delivered by Belfast Strategic Partnership with support from the Public Health Agency.
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Sat04Feb20172:00 pmRedeemer Central. 101 Donegal Street, Belfast, BT1 2FJ
Open Cinema Family Matinee presents Robinson Crusoe a tale of how Robinson Crusoe came to be stranded on a tropical island.
Come along and enjoy a time of crafts and games in a family friendly atmosphere.
Crafts and party food from 2pm. Movie starts at 3pm sharp.
For your free tickets please contact Becca at Redeemer Central by email admin@redeemercentral.com
This event is part of the Family Friendly Belfast initiative delivered by Belfast Strategic Partnership with support from the Public Health Agency.
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Thu26Jan2017Ulster Hall
Our Age-friendly Belfast Team are hosting two Tea Dances on Thursday 26 January.
- 12noon to 2pm
- 3pm to 5pm
Bring back memories of music and dance from the 1940’s and war time camaraderie with live music and tea.
Both sessions are free to attend, and free tickets will available from 9am on Monday 9 January 2017.
Call the Ulster Hall Box office on 028 9033 4455 or visit the box office in person to get your tickets.
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Sat14Jan201710:00 - 11:00; 11.30 - 12.30; 14:00 - 15:00Maitri Studio, 4 The Mount, Belfast, BT5 4NA
Maitri Studio is offering three free hour-long classes to people who'd like to try Iyengar yoga.
The classes are open to all aged 13+ and will give an introduction to how yoga can help strengthen and stretch the body, and focus and relax the mind. The classes will be taught by certified Iyengar teachers Claire Ferry, Tracy Stuart and Louise Sarri.
Claire, director of Maitri Studio, reassures "Iyengar yoga is very safe, focusing on the alignment of the body. People find they leave the class feeling taller, more open and relaxed. We're also happy to announce that we can offer a ground-floor, wheelchair accessible class too. Please contact us if that's something you'd need".
For more information telephone 028 90992428 or email info@maitristudio.net
This event is part of the Family Friendly Belfast initiative delivered by Belfast Strategic Partnership with support from the Public Health Agency.
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Sat17Dec201614:30 - 15:30Maitri Studio, 4 The Mount, Belfast, BT5 4NA
Family Friendly Belfast invite you to join Katrina for an hour's 'learn to relax' class for children and families. You will try some gentle stretching and yoga before settling down to a guided relaxation.
This workshop is open to families with children up to about 12 years' old, and will be particularly useful for those suffering from anxiety, stress and sleep disorders.
For more information telephone 028 90992428 or email info@maitristudio.net
This event is part of the Family Friendly Belfast initiative delivered by Belfast Strategic Partnership with support from the Public Health Agency.
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Sat17Dec201615:45 - 16.45Maitri Studio, 4 The Mount, Belfast, BT5 4NA
If you've never tried a sound bath before, then you're in for a real treat.
Through a deep, relaxing journey, the sound bath will provide the ultimate relaxation experience. You’ll be surrounded by beautiful sounds of Tibetan singing bowls, crystal singing bowls and gongs.
This workshop is open to families, including children, and will be particularly useful for those suffering from anxiety, stress and sleep disorders.
For more information telephone 028 90992428 or email info@maitristudio.net
This event is part of the Family Friendly Belfast initiative delivered by Belfast Strategic Partnership with support from the Public Health Agency.
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Sat10Dec20162:00 pmRedeemer Central, 101 Donegall Street, Belfast, BT1 2FJ
Family Friendly Belfast invite you and the entire family along to the Christmas screening of Snow Buddies at Redeemer Central, this Saturday December 10, 2016.
Snow buddies tells the tale of five Golden Retriever puppies known as the Buddies from Washington who become trapped in a truck heading to Alaska. Upon arrival, the Buddies meet Shasta, a young husky whose 11-year-old owner is determined to win the Alaskan sled dog race. The puppies decide to help Shasta pursue his dreams.
Crafts and games start at 2pm. The movie starts promptly at 3pm.
Tickets are FREE and can be booked in advance by contacting Becca via email at admin@redeemercentral.com
This event is part of the Family Friendly Belfast initiative delivered by Belfast Strategic Partnership with support from the Public Health Agency.
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Wed23Nov2016
Community Nutrition & Dietetic Service are offering the opportunity for Voluntary and Community organisations to receive training on the goodfood TOOLKIT.
The goodfood TOOLKIT has been produced to help Community Development and other community-based workers give accurate and practical nutrition messages to adult groups they are working with on how to follow a healthy balanced diet.
For more information on how to avail of this one day training opportunity click here.
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Fri18Nov20169.30 am - 12.30 pmBelfast City Hall
Belfast City Council would like to invite you to join them for this year's International Men's Day being held on Friday 18 November from 9.30 am - 12.30 pm at Belfast City Hall. This event is perfect for you if you work in government, statutory agencies, community or voluntary organisations or are interested in men's health and wellbeing.
This year's focus is placed on health inequalities and physical activity with Patrick Nelson the Chief Executive of the Irish Football Association as our key speaker.
More information can be found under our news section.
If you are interested in attending or have any dietary requirements, please email David McGurk on mcgurkd@belfastcity.gov.uk or call 028 9032 0202 ext. 3222 by Friday 11 November.
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Sat22Oct20162pm to 5pmThe Hollow, Dixon Playing Fields, Connswater Community Greenway, Belfast
The Beat the Street Northern Ireland team would like to invite you and your family to join them this weekend at the grand opening of The Hollow, Dixon Playing Fields, Belfast.
Fun and games for all, including Beat the Street Slow Cycle Race, Football, Nature Treasure Hunt and double points on Beat Boxes across the parks. Don’t forget to being your cards/fobs to get tapping.
Special treats for those who arrive by bicycle.
Not played yet? Cards and Maps will be available from the team on the day.
To attend this event please RSVP to Dianne Whyte via email at dianne.whyte@intelligenthealth.co.uk.
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Sat08Oct20162:00 pmRedeemer Central, 101 Donegall Street, Belfast, BT1 2FJ
As part of Positive Ageing Month, Family Friendly Belfast and Age-friendly Belfast bring you the original 1967 version of the Jungle Book at 2 pm sharp in Redeemer Central.
Crafts and activities from 1 pm, including a jungle photo booth and jungle photo booth and jungle snacks!
Tickets for this event are FREE but spaces are limited. To make a booking please contact Becca by email at hello@redeemercentral.com
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Tue04Oct201610.30am-12.30pmBelfast City Hall
Come along to our Be Prepared information event for free advice on how to help improve your daily living. Our winter event will be held at Belfast City Hall on Tuesday 4 October 2016, 10.30am – 12.30pm.
Highlights include:
- advice on being safe
- services that are available to older people in Belfast
- Bring along you tablet, Ipad and/or desktop computer as Ignite IT will be offering advice, along with any minor repairs made to hardware and software that will get your device up and running again
- practical guidance on how to keep your device up to date with internet security
- free taster activities
- home and personal safety, and
- so much more
For more information please call Age-friendly Belfast on 028 9050 2073 or email anne.ross@bhdu.org
This event is delivered in partnership with Volunteer Now, Good Morning Schemes, National Energy Action and Engage with Age.
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Sun02Oct2016
Come along and celebrate Sliver Sunday! A UK wide initiative celebrating the value and knowledge older people contribute to our communities. Every year Silver Sunday is celebrated on the first Sunday in October.
This year Silver Sunday is on Sunday 2 October.
We are pleased to announce Silver Sunday is part of Positive Ageing Month campaign.
Highlights include:
- Walking tour of Botanic Gardens
- Walking tour of Friars Bush Graveyard
- Free tea/coffee
To register for our Friars Bush Graveyard tour or for more information please contact our Age-friendly Belfast Team on 028 9050 2073 or email anne.ross@bhdu.org
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Fri16Sep20164pm to 9pmBuoys Park, Belfast (Outside Ulster University)
KidsSpace creates places for children and families to make their own in the heart of the city. Drop in when you can, stay as long as you like and tell us what you think.
KidsSpace is for children of all ages and abilities. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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Sat20Aug201611am - 2pm Palm House, Botanic Gardens
Wondering what to do with your little adventurers this weekend?
Then why not take them to Botantic Gardens, this Saturday 20 August, for the Great Explorer Hunt. All adventurers will use a map to discover the history of Botanic Gardens and even design their own binoculars!
The exploration starts at 11am in the Palm House, finishing at 2pm.
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Sat20Aug201612pm - 4pm Woodvale Park
The 22nd Old Boys Football Club are holding a tournament in association with Extern SAFE Project. The Take 5 Wellbeing cup kicks off at 12pm while other events are at 1pm
Special guest speakers on the day are, Dame Mary Peters, and The Right Honourable The Lord Mayor Alderman Brian Kingston.
Beginning at 1pm there are a number of events taking place:
- Health Checks
- Ladies Zumba session
- Face painting
- Balloon modelling
For further information please see the flyer.
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Mon01Aug2016Wed31Aug2016
Back by popular demand our Positive Ageing Festival is a month long celebration of later life taking place across Belfast throughout the month of October.
The festival highlights the positive ways older people impact our city. It is also a great chance for groups and organisations to showcase their services to people who might not be aware of what they do.
Our full programme of events will be published in August 2016.
For more information call the Age-friendly team on 028 9027 0323 or email development@belfastcity.gov.uk
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Wed04May201610.30am - 12.30pmBelfast City Hall
Come along to our 'Be prepared' information event for free advice on how to help improve your daily living.
Our Spring event will be held at
Belfast City Hall on Wednesday 4 May 2016 from 10.30am to 12.30pm
Highlights include
- advice on being active,
- services that are available to older people in Belfast,
- free taster activities, and
- home safety.
For more information please call Age-friendly Belfast on 028 9050 2073 or email anne.ross@bhdu.org
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Sun17Apr201612noon to 4.00pmUlster Museum
The Belfast Food Network together with a passionate team of 15 local food producers will host their second Taste Adventure in the Ulster Museum.
Try new foods and learn more about where our food comes from.
Arts and crafts activities will be available alongside seed planting and vegetable printing workshops.
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Sat02Apr201610:30 amUlster Hall, Belfast
Looking for something to take the kids to over the Easter break? Well Family Friendly Belfast have added a few more dates to their Family Friendly Movies Calendar.
Bring the family along to see Shaun the Sheep Movie on Saturday 2 April 2016, Ulster Hall @ 10.30am. Crafts available from 9.45am.
The film is free of charge. Places are limited and tickets must be booked in advance by phoning Jacqui Frazer on 028 9050 2073 or email jacqueline.frazer@bhdu.org.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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Sat02Apr2016Departs 10.00amBig Fish
Join Sustrans volunteers for a led bike ride at the Big Fish sculpture at the Lagan Lookout to visit the historic Lock keeper's Cottage & Barge in South Belfast.
Cycle along quiet roads and the Lagan Towpath, to Lagan Valley Regional Park. Then cycle back together along the same route.
There are 20 places on this ride with the cycle journey lasting approx. 2 hours in total.
To book your place contact Rachel Ludlow-Williams. Email: Rachael.ludlow-williams@sustrans.org.uk or tel: 028 9043 4569.
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Thu31Mar201610:00 amFrom the Ozone Centre, Ormeau Park to W5
Family Led bike ride to W5
Join Sustrans volunteers for a led bike ride from The Ozone to W5 Discovery Centre in Titanic Quarter.
Cycle along the towpath and quiet roads to Titanic Quarter. Then return along the same route.
There are just 20 places on this ride with the cycle journeys lasting approx. 2 hours in total. To book a place contact Rachel Ludlow-Williams. Email: rachael.ludlow-williams@sustrans.org.uk or tel: 028 9043 4569.
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Thu31Mar20162:30 pmUlster Hall, Belfast
Looking for something to take the kids to over the Easter break? Well Family Friendly Belfast have added a few more dates to their Family Friendly Movies Calendar.
Bring the family along to see The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch & the Wardrobe on Thursday 31 March 2016, Ulster Hall @ 2.30pm.
The film is free of charge. Places are limited and tickets must be booked in advance by phoning Jacqui Frazer on 028 9050 2073 or email jacqueline.frazer@bhdu.org.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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Thu24Mar201611:30 amShaftesbury Community Centre, Belfast
Join Sustrans volunteers for a led bike ride at Shafetsbury Community Centre, Belfast to RSPB WoW (Window on Wildlife) Centre in Belfast Harbour Estate. Discover the wildness of the lough at this state-of-the-art centre.
There are just 20 places on this ride, with the cycle journeys lasting approx.2 hours.
To book your place contact Rachael Ludlow-Williams by email: rachael.ludlow-williams@sustrans.org.uk or tel: 028 9043 4569.
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Mon07Mar2016Sun13Mar2016
This week (7- 13 March) organisations will be showcasing a diverse range of learning opportunities in our city for people of all ages, all backgrounds and all locations, to be announced on due course.
Check out our Belfast Festival of Learning Events Guide 2016 Events guide 2016 to see over 80 events happening across Belfast!
For more information on the Belfast Festival of Learning or Lifelong Learning please contact Dolores Atkinson on email at dolores.atkinson@bhdu.org or telephone 028 9050 2073.
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Tue01Mar201610:00 amBelfast City Hall
The third age-friendly Belfast Convention will take place in Belfast City Hall on Tuesday 1 March at 10.00am. This is your chance to hear about how we are progressing on our action plan. You will get to learn more about our positive ageing campaign, the development of age-friendly neighbourhoods, meet winners of our volunteer awards and much more.
For more information on the Age-friendly convention and to book a place call 9050 2073 or email anne.ross@bhdu.org
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Thu25Feb201610.00 am - 11.30 amShaftesbury Recreation Centre, 97 Balfour Avenue, BT7 2EW
Active Belfast Team are delighted to launch the fifth year of Active Belfast Grant Scheme.
This years themes are Neighbourhoods and Active Travel (cycling/walking).
The South Belfast information workshop is being held on Thursday 25 February at 10 am in Shaftesbury Recreation Centre.
To register your attendance please email Laura Evans on evansl@belfastcity.gov.uk or telephone 028 9050 2073. Click here for more information.
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Wed24Feb201610.00 am - 11.30 amEB Networking Centre, 55 Templemore Ave, Belfast, BT5 4FP
Active Belfast Team are delighted to launch the fifth year of Active Belfast Grant Scheme. This years themes are Neighbourhoods and Active Travel (cycling/walking).
The East Belfast information workshop is being held on Wednesday 24 February at 10 am in East Belfast Network Centre.
To register your attendance please email Laura Evans on evansl@belfastcity.gov.uk or telephone 028 9050 2073. Click here for more information.
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Tue23Feb201610.00 am - 11.30 amWest Belfast Partnership Board, 218-226 Falls Rd, Belfast, BT12 6AH
Active Belfast Team are delighted to launch the fifth year of Active Belfast Grant Scheme.
This years themes are Neighbourhoods and Active Travel (cycling/walking).
The West Belfast information workshop is being held on Tuesday 23 February at 10 am in West Belfast Partnership Board.
To register your attendance please email Laura Evans on evansl@belfastcity.gov.uk or telephone 028 9050 2073. Click here for more information.
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Tue23Feb20162.00 pm - 3.30 pmSpectrum Centre, 331 Shankill Road, Belfast, BT13 3AA
Active Belfast Team are delighted to launch the fifth year of Active Belfast Grant Scheme.
This years themes are Neighbourhoods and Active Travel (cycling/walking).
The North/Shankill information workshop is being held on Tuesday 23 February at 2pm in Spectrum Centre.
To register your attendance please email Laura Evans on evansl@belfastcity.gov.uk or telephone 028 9050 2073. Click here for more information.
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Tue16Feb20168.30 am - 10.30 am City Hall, Belfast
Age-friendly Belfast Team would like to invite you to attend their Charter Breakfast on Tuesday 16 February 2016 in City Hall, Belfast
The Charter was produced to offer information to organisations who want to sign up to the teams age-friendly process and get involved in helping make Belfast even better for older people.
To book you place please contact Anne Ross on anne.ross@bhdu.org or tel 028 9050 2073
You can download a copy of the Age-friendly Charter here.
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Sat13Feb201610:30 amUlster Hall, Belfast
Family Friendly Belfast have added a few more dates to their Family Friendly Movies Calendar and St Valentine's Day is one of them.
Bring the family along to see Disney's Beauty and the Beast on Saturday 13 February 2016, Ulster Hall @ 10.30am. There will be crafts from 9.45 am.
The film is free of charge. Places are limited and tickets must be booked in advance by phoning Jacqui Frazer on 028 9050 2073 or email jacqueline.frazer@bhdu.org.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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Sat06Feb20161pm - 3pmOh Yeah Music Centre, 15-21 Gordon St, Belfast BT1 2LG
Family Friendly Belfast are delighted to announce the return of Acoustic Picnics taking place in Oh Yeah Music Centre on Saturday 9 January 2016 & Saturday 6 February 2016, 1pm - 3pm.
Acoustic picnics are informal live music sessions for families with young children. Crafts, activities and games are available. Bring your own picnic or buy drinks and snacks at the centre.
No booking required; children must be accompanied by an adult.
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Mon18Jan2016Thu28Jan2016Ultser Hall, Bedford Street, Belfast
The Roles We Play is a photography exhibition from ATD Fourth World, a human rights based, anti-poverty organisation.
The exhibition aims to challenge negative stereotypes of people who experience poverty and social exclusion.
The exhibition is open to the public from Monday 18 to Thursday 28 January 2016 (Monday to Saturday 10am to 5pm) in the Ulster Hall, Bedford Street, Belfast.
Additional information can be found under our news section.
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Fri15Jan201617:00pmBelfast
Be part of Belfast's first Festival of Learning
Following the launch in 2015 of Belfast Strategic Partnership’s “Belfast a Learning
City” and the Learning Charter for Belfast, BSP is now calling for organisations in the city to contribute to Belfast’s first Festival of Learning in 2016. This unique festival aims to engage Belfast citizens in learning, and inspire interest and enjoyment, through a week long programme of interactive learning events and workshops.During the week of 7th- 13th March 2016 we are asking organisations to showcase a diverse range of learning opportunities in our city for people of all ages, all backgrounds and all locations. These may be already planned or you could plan one specifically for the Festival. We particularly hope to showcase events that encourage the participation of groups and individuals who have experienced barriers in accessing learning opportunities.
Submit an idea for an event!
We want to enable as wide a range of organisations as possible to contribute to shaping the programme, and meeting the different needs of learners in the city, by directly creating and delivering events. We will look at every idea submitted with a view to endorsing it under the Festival of Learning, and we will co-ordinate and promote a citywide programme of events for the Festival.All you have to do is complete the attached Event Submission Form and send us
your ideas as soon as possible – but the final deadline will be 15th January 2016.For more information visit our 'Resources' page for:
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Sat09Jan20161pm - 3pmOh Yeah Music Centre, 15-21 Gordon St, Belfast BT1 2LG
Family Friendly Belfast are delighted to announce the return of Acoustic Picnics taking place in Oh Yeah Music Centre on Saturday 9 January & Saturday 6 February, 1pm - 3pm.
Acoustic picnics are informal live music sessions for families with young children. Crafts, activities and games are available. Bring your own picnic or buy drinks and snacks at the centre.
No booking required; children must be accompanied by an adult.
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Tue22Dec2015Crafts - 9.45 am Movie - 10.30 am sharpUlster Hall Belfast
Tired of trudging around the city centre looking for those last minute stocking fillers with the kids...?? Why don't you all come rest your feet and watch Elf in the Ulster Hall as part of Family Friendly Belfast Christmas Movies.
Crafts from 9.45 am, the movie kicks off at 10.30 am sharp.
The film is free of charge. Places are limited and tickets must be booked in advance by phoning Jacqui Frazer on 028 9050 2073 or email jacqueline.frazer@bhdu.org.
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Tue17Nov201510.30 am - 2pmAvoniel Leisure Centre
Come along to Age-friendly Belfast's 'Be Prepared' information events for FREE advice on how to help improve your daily living. Age-friendly Belfast Be Prepared Events Oct/Nov 15
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Fri30Oct20159.45 am & 10.30 amActivites from 9.45 am || Hotel Transylvania starts at 10.30 am
Get in the mood for Hallowe'en with Count Dracula and his spooky friends at Hotel Transylvania. Family Friendly Belfast are delighted to host a special half-term screening of this animated children's adventure. Costumes encouraged!
Activities from 9.45 am and the movie starts at 10.30 am sharp. Suitable for children aged 3 10 11. All children must be accompanied by an adult aged 18+.
FREE Tickets may be ordered in advance by emailing Jacqui Frazer on jacqueline.frazer@bhdu.org or telephone 028 9050 2073.
This movie is being shown as part of Family Friendly Belfast, delivered by Belfast Strategic Partnership with support from the Public Health Agency.
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Mon26Oct20152:30 pmHarry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
Family Friendly Belfast are delighted to host a special half-term screening of the third movie in the Harry Potter series 'Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban'. It's Harry's third year at Hogwarts and trouble is brewing as an escaped prisoner threatens his life.
Movie starts at 2.30 pm sharp. All children must be accompanied by an adult aged 18+.
FREE Tickets may be ordered in advance by emailing Jacqui Frazer on jacqueline.frazer@bhdu.org or telephone 028 9050 2073.
This movie is being shown as part of Family Friendly Belfast, delivered by Belfast Strategic Partnership with support from the Public Health Agency.
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Sun25Oct20152pm - 4pm
We complete our Silver Sunday celebrations in Orangefield Park, where we will host our final walking tour for older people and their family members.
Orangefield Park in East Belfast provides a wide range of facilities for local residents and is home to Orangefield Park Playing Fields which contain a bowling green, tennis courts, soccer pitches and a cycling track.
Silver Sunday celebration highlights include|
- Activities and information in the Pavilion
- Art gallery tour
- Pond dipping
- Free refreshments and much more!
To register for a place on our walking tour please contact Anne Ross on 028 9050 2073 or email anne.ross@bhdu.org.
Please click here to find out a bit more about the Sliver Sunday Initiative.
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Sun18Oct20152pm - 4pm
Our Silver Sunday celebration take us to Woodvale Park this week, where we will be hosting a walking tour for older people and their family members. Come along and enjoy a fun filled session of activities!
Silver Sunday celebration highlights include|
- Activities and information in the Pavilion
- Walking tour of Woodvale Park
- Free refreshments
To register for a place on our walking tour please contact Anne Ross on 028 9050 2073 or email anne.ross@bhdu.org.
Please click here to find out a bit more about the Sliver Sunday Initiative.
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Tue13Oct201510.30 am - 2 pmAndersonstown Leisure Centre
Come along to Age-friendly Belfast's 'Be Prepared' information events for FREE advice on how to help improve your daily living. Age-friendly Belfast Be Prepared Events Oct/Nov 15
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Sun11Oct20152pm - 4pm
This week we will be hosting a walking tour for older people and their family members of Belfast City Cemetery. Tom Hartley, author and former Lord Mayor of Belfast, will be leading us through his historical tour of Belfast City Cemetery.
Silver Sunday celebration highlights include|
- Activities and information in the Pavilion
- Walking tour of Belfast City Cemetery
- Free refreshments
To register for a place on our walking tour please contact Anne Ross on 028 9050 2073 or email anne.ross@bhdu.org.
Please click here to find out a bit more about the Sliver Sunday Initiative.
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Wed07Oct2015Belfast City Hall
The Belfast Strategic Partnership focuses on improving the health and wellbeing of Belfast people. With this in mind, we are hosting a Take 5 interactive event on Wednesday 7 October at Belfast City hall through our Mental Health and Emotional Wellbeing Thematic Group.
The event will have a range of speakers, workshops and networking opportunities for health practitioners, service providers and the public to attend.
For more information on Take 5 or to register for the Take 5 interactive event, call 9050 2073 or email burnisonz@belfastcity.gov.uk
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Sun04Oct20152pm - 4pm
We will be hosting a walking tour for older people and their family members of Botanic Gardens and Friars Bush Graveyard, which is thought to be Belfast's oldest Christian burial ground, possible dating back to pre-Christian times.
Silver Sunday celebration highlights include|
- Walking tour of Botanic Gardens
- Walking tour of Friars Bush
- Free refreshments
To register for a place on our walking tour please contact Anne Ross on 028 9050 2073 or email anne.ross@bhdu.org.
Please click here to find out a bit more about the Sliver Sunday Initiative.
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Thu01Oct2015Fri30Oct2015
Throughout the month of October Age-friendly Belfast alongside a number of city wide organisations are pleased to offer a host of FREE events and activities as part of their Positive Ageing Month Festival 2015.
To kick things off our we will be hosting or launch event on Friday 2 October at Belfast City Hall. During this event you will get information about the events to come and also have the opportunity to see Men Sheds demonstrations and our Danderball showcase.
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Thu01Oct2015Fri30Oct2015
As part of the Positive Ageing Month Volunteer Now have arranged a number of volunteering events you can be part of.
Highlights include volunteering with
- Oxfam to help prepare and label stock donated for sale to stores across Ireland
- The Conservation Volunteers to help cut back tree branches and vegetation in Ligoniel Dams
- East Belfast Mission to help arrange items to sell and general warehouse duties
- Guide Dogs for the Blind to help count donations and get the chance to find out a bit more about Guide Dogs and the great job they do.
More information, including specific dates, times and venues can be found here.
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Thu10Sep2015Thu22Oct201511am - 12noonAvoneil Leisure Centre
Danderball taster sessions kick off in Avoneil Leisure Centre on 10 September and run every Thursday right through until 22 October 2015. Sessions start at 11 am and finish at 12 noon.
Taster sessions will also take place in Andersonstown Leisure Centre during the same period.
To help you get to grips with the concept of Danderball click here for more information or telephone 028 9050 2073.
To register please complete a Danderball Taster Sessions Application Form and return to anne.ross@bhdu.org or post a copy to Age-friendly Belfast Team, Belfast Health Development Unit, 5th floor, 9 Lanyon Place, Belfast, BT1 3LP.
Once we have received your application, we will be in touch to confirm details.
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Tue08Sep2015Tue20Oct201511am - 12 noon Andersonstown Leisure Centre
Danderball taster sessions kick off in Andersonstown Leisure Centre on 8 September and run every Tuesday right through until 20 October 2015. Each session starts at 11 am and finish at 12 noon.
Taster sessions will also take place in Avoneil Leisure Centre during this period.
To help you get to grips with the concept of Danderball click here for more information or telephone 028 9050 2073.
To register please complete a Danderball Taster Sessions Registration Form and return to anne.ross@bhdu.org or post a copy to Age-friendly Belfast Team, Belfast Health Development Unit, 5th floor, 9 Lanyon Place, Belfast, BT1 3LP.
Once we have received your application, we will be in touch to confirm details.
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Tue01Sep2015Thu31Dec2015Shankill Leisure Centre
The FRESH programme is run by Belfast Health and Social Care Trust Dietitians, School Nursing & Psychology, in conjunction with Belfast City Council & Belfast Community Sports Development Network. FRESH is a free healthier lifestyle programme for young people running over 12 weeks outside of school, for young people aged 11-14years who are overweight and keen to become more active, improve their health, feel good about themselves, have fun, learn about a healthy lifestyle and make new friends!
To register a young person for the next FRESH programme running in Shankill Leisure Centre September-December 2015 please complete a FRESH Application Form and return to fresh@belfasttrust.hscni.net
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Mon11May2015Fri15May201511.30am and 2.30pmDock Café, Titanic Quarter
This year the partners of Together For You have come together to support Mental Health Awareness Week (11th – 17th May), organised by the Mental Health Foundation.
As part of this week long campaign to raise awareness of mental health, Together For You will be down at the Dock Café in Titanic Belfast between 11.30am and 2.30pm Monday 11 May to Friday 15 May 2015.
This will be an opportunity to find out more about mental health, and find out about the support services available through Together For You.
Together For You will also be running a social media campaign via Twitter and Facebook, reminding people of the 5 Ways to Wellbeing, including being active, giving, connecting, learning and taking notice (mindfulness).
Follow #MHAWNI to keep up to date with our activities this week. Also watch out for some of our new beneficiaries stories, helping us promote positive mental health.
For further information, visit www.togetherforyou.org.uk
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Tue05May2015
An information event for free advice on how to help improve your daily living.
Highlights include:
- advice on your home,
- services that are available to older people,
- keeping safe, and
- falls prevention and home safety
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Fri01May2015Sun31May2015
This May, Active Belfast is encouraging all workplaces to take part in a sustainable journey competition – the Active Belfast Challenge – with other organisations from across the city.
A sustainable journey could include replacing your usual car journey by walking, cycling, taking public transport or car sharing. This challenge is open to all workplaces in Belfast and will be an opportunity for healthy competition between workplaces, and also between teams within workplaces.
To register for the challenge simply visit www.abc.getmeactive.org.uk enter your details, with your work location, and then complete the short survey. The website has additional information and downloadable resources.
During May, remember to log each sustainable journey you make, or if you have a smart phone why not download the supporting app and use your phone’s GPS to track your journey for you. By logging active and sustainable journeys, participants will also be entered into a series of weekly prize draws, with a range of prizes on offer.
This competition is part of the Public Health Agency funded Active Workplaces Programme and contributes to the Belfast Active Travel Action Plan.
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Thu23Apr2015
An information event for free advice on how to help improve your daily living.
Highlights include:
- advice on your home,
- services that are available to older people,
- keeping safe, and
- falls prevention and home safety
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Sat21Mar2015CastleCourt: Middle Upper Mall
11.00 am- 3.00pm CastleCourt: Middle Upper Mall
A puppet show will take place in Victoria Square and CastleCourt. Times to be confirmed, follow @belfasthealthy for further information.
KidsSpace 2015 is part of the Family Friendly activities during March supported by the Public Health Agency and Belfast Strategic Partnership.
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Tue17Mar201511:00 amBryson Lagan Sports, Ravenhill Road
Taster sessions of bellboating & dragon boating.
Bryson LaganSports, 2 Rivers Edge, 13-15 Ravenhill Road, BT6 8DN.
Time: 11.00am to 1.00pm. Tel: 028 9046 3971 or 028 9046 1711.
Email: lquinn@brysonlagansports.org www.laganwatersports.com
Booking Essential. Ages 8-13.
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Tue17Mar20151:30 pmBryson Lagan Sports, Ravenhill Road
Taster sessions of bellboating, dragon boating, canoeing, kayaking & zorbing.
Time: 1.30pm to 3.30pm.
Bryson LaganSports, 2 Rivers Edge, 13-15 Ravenhill Road, BT6 8DN.
Tel Liz on: 028 9046 3971 or 028 9046 1711.
Email lquinn@brysonlagansports.org www.laganwatersports.com
Booking Essential. Ages 14+.
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Sat14Mar2015Sun15Mar2015
All ages and experiences are invited to join PLACE on a walk through central Belfast. With some of Belfast’s best known heritage buildings as the backdrop, participants will be guided and encouraged to create stunning architectural images. Participants are invited to bring digital cameras, camera phones or disposable cameras. Photos from the walk will be shared online.
Departs PLACE, 7-9 Lower Garfield Street, BT1 1FP. Walk lasts 1 hour 15 minutes. Suitable for the whole family.
Book free online at www.placeni.org, or phone 028 9023 2524. Maximum 15 people per walk.
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Sat14Mar2015Sun15Mar2015
The whole family are invited to explore Belfast city centre. The city's architecture presents a wonderful array of special features waiting to be discovered. Elephants, dolphins, cherubs and harps - become an urban explorer, 'look up', follow the clues and uncover Belfast's wealth of architectural gems.
Maps and clues can be collected from PLACE , 7-9 Lower Garfield Street, BT1 1FP at the start times advertised. Suitable for the whole family.
No booking required. For more information visit www.placeni.org, or phone 028 9023 2524.
Maximum of 15 people per walk. There is no limit for the Urban Explorers (Architectural Treasure Hunt).
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Sat14Mar201511:00 amBryson Lagan Sports, Ravenhill Road
Taster sessions of bellboating & dragon boating.
Bryson LaganSports, 2 Rivers Edge, 13-15 Ravenhill Road, BT6 8DN.
Time: 11.00am to 1.00pm. Tel: 028 9046 3971 or 028 9046 1711.
Email: lquinn@brysonlagansports.org www.laganwatersports.com
Booking Essential. Ages 8-13.
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Sat14Mar20151:30 pmBryson Lagan Sports, Ravenhill Road
Taster sessions of bellboating, dragon boating, canoeing, kayaking & zorbing.
Time: 1.30pm to 3.30pm.
Bryson LaganSports, 2 Rivers Edge, 13-15 Ravenhill Road, BT6 8DN.
Tel Liz on: 028 9046 3971 or 028 9046 1711.
Email lquinn@brysonlagansports.org www.laganwatersports.com
Booking Essential. Ages 14+.
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Thu12Mar20155:30 pm‘The Office of Important Art’, Castle Court
Part-meal, part-event, part-discussion, this free dinner will bring local families and communities together to share ideas, hopes and concerns.
Recognising the growing food poverty among families in Northern Ireland, a particular focus will be on how families come together around meals and sharing responsibility for feeding our children.
Where: ‘The Office of Important Art’, Castle Court (former Warehouse unit on ground floor).
Time: 5.30pm. To book visit: www.youngatart.co.uk
Booking Essential
All the Family
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Sun01Feb2015Tue31Mar2015
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Belfast Cafes supporting Family Friendly 2015
Family Friendly Belfast 2015 is run by Belfast Strategic Partnership and Belfast City Centre Management with support from the Public Health Agency.
The aim of Family Friendly Belfast is to provide a wide range of family friendly and family focused activities that are affordable, attractive and accessible to all. We promote Belfast as a Family Friendly and Child Friendly City, in line with World Health Organisation standards.
During February and March, there’s a number of free activities and taster sessions on offer. Whether you’ve babies, primary school, teenagers or a mixture of both in your family – there really is something for everyone!
All events are subject to change. Registration and/or booking is essential for most of the activities. Please see individual venue website on each listing. Please note: all children must be accompanied by at least one adult.
