Libraries NI
WheelWorks with Donard House in Maghaberry Prison Art Exhibition
Exhibition
Lurgan Library, 1 Carnegie Street, Lurgan, Armagh, BT66 6AS
Throughout September, during branch opening hours
028 3832 3912
www.librariesni.org.uk
This exhibition presents a series of masks created by participants from Maghaberry Prison who are at risk of self-harm or suicide. The exhibition explores the benefits of art therapy for the participants of the two-part project, both inside and outside, during which time they worked with a community artist to create the masks.
Armagh City, Banbridge & Craigavon Borough Council
Community Fun Day
Community event
Lord Lurgan Community Park, Lurgan
Saturday 16th September, 2.00pm – 5.00pm
Glen.dickson@armaghbanbridgecraigavon.gov.uk
Community fun day and council roadshow with arts and crafts, children’s activities and information about council activities for local residents. The fun day hopes to promote community relations and creates an opportunity for people from all backgrounds to come together in a safe and shared place.
Armagh City, Banbridge & Craigavon Borough Council
A Cultural Tour of Portadown
Tour
Portadown Town Centre, meet at Carleton Street Orange Hall
Monday 18th September, 2.00pm – 3.45pm
028 4066 0605
heather.wilson@armaghbanbridgecraigavon.gov.uk
A tour of the historic buildings in Portadown Town Centre in which participants will gain a greater understanding of the shared history of the town. Spaces limited, booking recommended.
Tommy Makem Arts & Community Centre
Intergenerational Tea Dance
Dance event
TMAC Centre, Keady
Tuesday 19th September, 2.00pm – 5.00pm
028 3752 1810
emma.gribben@armaghbanbridgecraigavon.gov.uk
Tea dance for senior citizens, with help provided by young people in the local area. The event will help break down barriers between age, race, gender and political background as people from all walks of life come together to enjoy an afternoon in a safe and shared place.
Libraries NI
Irish Dance Demonstration by The Maginn School of Irish Dancing
Dance event
Lurgan Library, Carnegie Street
Tuesday 19th September, 6.30pm -7.30pm
028 3832 3912
www.librariesni.org.uk/Libraries/Pages/Lurgan-Library.aspx
Established over 30 years ago, The Maginn School of Irish Dancing is dedicated to the promotion of Irish Dancing and Culture. Come see the school take to the stage in Lurgan Library as they showcase their talents and cultural expression through the medium of Irish Dance.
Armagh City, Banbridge & Craigavon Borough Council
Arabic Culture and Refugee Awareness Information Session
Workshop
Emmanuel Church, Lurgan
Thursday 21st September, 9.30am – 4.00pm
028 4066 0605
heather.wilson@armaghbanbridgecraigavon.gov.uk
Training and information day to promote cultural diversity and tackle sectarianism and racism in the area. Organiser will provide information, learning and training workshops centring on Arabic culture and Refugee awareness. The event aims to promote understanding, respect and engagement between and amongst all sections of our community. Booking essential, spaces limited.
Armagh City, Banbridge & Craigavon Borough Council
Cultural Afternoon Tea Dance
Workshop
Ashgrove Community Centre, Portadown
Thursday 21 September, 3.00 pm - 5.00 pm (Spaces limited, booking advised)
028 3833 1650
David.mayers@armaghbanbridgecraigavon.gov.uk
Four senior citizens groups from across the Portadown area will come together in a shared, safe place to discuss issues concerning local residents. By meeting in a shared space, it is hoped participants will overcome their divisions and learn more about each other. Local representatives from the PSNI / PCSP will also address the event to tackle any safety concerns the groups may have.
Armagh City, Banbridge & Craigavon Borough Council
Outdoor Cinema Event - Film
Lord Lurgan Community Park
Friday 22nd September 7.30pm – 9.30pm
028 3831 2419
glen.dickson@armaghbanbridgecraigavon.gov.uk
Members of the Council’s Good Relations team will transform this underutilised park into an outdoor cinema for one night only. The event hopes to remind the local community how valuable local parks are in promoting community relations and highlight how by coming together, everyone can have an enjoyable evening in safe, shared place.
Tommy Makem Arts & Community Centre
Youth Disco
Youth event
TMAC Centre, Keady
Friday 22nd September 8.00pm – 10.00pm
028 3752 1810
emma.gribben@armaghbanbridgecraigavon.gov.uk
Youth event encouraging children from all local communities to come together and get to know one another in a safe and shared place. The event will encourage children who attend different schools to build relationships with their neighbours and promote mutual respect and understanding.
Libraries NI with Tracey Johnston
The Welcome Wall
Youth event
Brownlow Library, Craigavon
Saturday 23rd September, 10.30am – 1.00pm
028 3831 2483
Event aimed at children to help them understand issues refugee children of a similar age face on a daily basis. Through stories, arts and crafts, children will learn what it means to leave your home and produce a welcome wall, to be displayed for refugees when they arrive in Northern Ireland.
Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council
Community Picnic
Community Event
Hoys Meadow, Portadown
Saturday 23rd September, 12.00 - 3.00 pm
028 3831 2492
Community picnic including food, family activities and music celebrating the shared community Space of Hoys Meadow in Portadown. The event hopes to reclaim an area which has recently been targeted by vandalism as a safe and shared place for the whole community.
Armagh City, Banbridge & Craigavon Borough Council
Cultural Fun Day
Community event
Kilcomaine Jubilee Community Centre, Portadown
Friday 22 September, 2.30 pm - 5.30 pm
028 3833 6816
David.mayers@armaghbanbridgecraigavon.gov.uk
Members of the Kilcomaine Jubilee Community Centre and wider community will gather in a shared space to celebrate the cultural diversity in the town. The family fun day will enable members to showcase their own culture in a safe place and encourage participants to learn more about the culture of their neighbours.