Down
The Big Brent Event takes place at WWT Castle Espie this Friday 2nd – Sunday 4th October. One weekend celebrating the return of the light-bellied brent geese. Join Castle Espie to welcome back their annual arctic arrivals to Strangford Lough with family fun, wildlife experts and free workshops. Experience their incredible journey on the Arctic Survival Trail, enjoy children’s art workshops with Bernice Anderson, make Jumping Clay brent buddies, join storyteller Liz Weir in the Brent Play Barn and be amazed by the Migration Vacation Show. There will be wildlife talks, guides in the hides, photography and nutrition workshops, Anthony McGeehan’s brent photography exhibition plus the Man v Brent cycle challenge.
Armagh
Learn the art of Japanese Manga illustration and comic book design with artist Dwyer McKerr in this fun and expressive creative workshop at the Market Place Theatre this Saturday 3rd October. You will develop character design skills which you can use to create your own comic books, posters or expand your art and design skills to improve course work for participants studying art and Design. All materials will be provided. Suitable for 12 – 16 yrs.
Fermanagh
Experience Fermanagh’s finest live entertainment and visual arts this autumn when the county’s 7th Arts Festival, Fermanagh Live takes place from the 1st October to the 4th October 2015. Enjoy a programme of innovative events that are vibrant, colourful and contemporary yet connect with our regional sense of place. Each chosen local artist remains grounded in Fermanagh and West Ulster yet excels in his or her domain : Richard Pierce, Louise Irvine, David Robertson, the Mark Bradley Quartet, Bronagh Gallagher, Denise Ferran, Ciaran May.
Tyrone
One of Ireland’s greatest tales has been brought to life in this new adaptation of The Táin at the Strule Arts Centre this Saturday 3rd October, turning the classic myth into a feast of sword play, buffoonery and slapstick. Cú Chulainn, the hero of Ulster, stands alone against the might of the forces of Connacht. A hero at his finest, but also the worst, in this comedic, pantomime adaptation by Belfast’s own Benjamin Gould.
Legenderry
Family film Saturday at the Roe Valley Arts Centre present Labyrinth. A teenager babysitting her little brother accidentally sends him to the land of the Goblin King, and she must get him back by midnight or he will be turned into a goblin. Starring a young Jennifer Connelly and David Bowie as the Goblin King, this 1986 release is a family fantasy classic directed and co-written by the amazing Jim Henson.
Antrim
The Galgorm Resort and Spa Ballymena will host a Charity Gala Ball this Friday evening in aid of the The Alzheimer’s Society (Ballymena & Antrim Group) and Crohns and Colitis (NI). The evening includes a 4 course meal with entertainment provided by Oonagh Clarke and Madasafish and a raffle. The dress code is Black Tie and proceedings begin at 7.30pm. Tickets £40 per person. For tickets/further details, contact Grace or Charlene on 07710582554/07845696655.
Belfast
If you love the Wild West and comedy, then saddle up yer horse and gallop on down to the saloon on the Belfast Barge this Friday 2nd October for Murder Mystery comedy night. Come meet the good, the bad and the ‘not so aesthetically pleasing’ and help the Sheriff figure out who dunnit …. before high noon! Doors open 8pm, it’s bring your own drink and fancy dress is optional! Prizes will be given to the best fancy dress! Tickets are £17 and includes a saloon buffet supper!You can book online at: www.crazycatcomedy.com
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