Down
The next concert in the series of Music In The Chamber concerts at Bangor Castle, is taking place on Friday 9th March and will feature the hugely popular alt-folk band Runabay. With uplifting melodies, complex instrumentation, their music will appeal to fans of artists like José Gonzalez and Fleet. Don’t miss this chance to catch the band in the beautiful surroundings of The Chamber room at Bangor Castle. Show time is 8pm. Tickets cost £10 and are on sale now at www.ticketsource.co.uk/ardsandnorthdown. Tickets can also be purchased from North Down Museum or any of Ards and North Down Borough Council’s Visitor Information Centres.
Armagh
Navan Centre & Fort is the setting this Friday evening for a unique experience learning about the mysteries and wonders of the night sky. Observe the stars with expert astronomers from Armagh Observatory and Planetarium and discover the importance of the night sky during the time of St Patrick. Hosted by BBC Weather presenter Barra Best, attendees will have the opportunity to see the sky through telescopes. As this is an outdoor event, attendees are encouraged to dress accordingly and please bring along your own binoculars and/or cameras if you wish. Booking essential.
Fermanagh
Haiku Poetree Walk/Workshop at Cladagh Glen, 10th March at 11.00am to 1.00pm. Meet at Marble Arch Caves Visitor Centre. In honour of National Tree Week this event is hosted by local writer and Geopark Guide Bee Smith. Take a walk down Cladagh Glen along the river, passing shake holes and cascades. Create little haiku poems inspired by this splendid wet ash woodland. Please wear sturdy footwear and warm waterproof clothing. Bring a notebook and pen.
Tyrone
Treat your mum to a relaxing Afternoon at the Silverbirch Hotel Omagh this Saturday 10th March, and enjoy a delicious four course Afternoon Tea Menu, which begins with an amuse bouche followed by a selection of finger sandwiches, sumptuous cakes and scones served with fresh cream and local jam served with a selection of leaf teas (choose from Earl Grey Bravo, Hazelnut, Whiteberry, Apricot Green, Peach Oolong and Irish Breakfast Tea) or coffee and glass of bubbles! Incudes treat pack for Mum. Live entertainment by Monte Thompson.
Derry/Londonderry
PROJECT TRACTOR & the BIG Country Breakfast on Saturday 10th March, is the second of a series of community focused fundraising events held by the Specialist Joinery Maghera to celebrate 30 years in business. Festivities will begin at 9.00am, with a bumper Charity Breakfast. Country star Richie Remo will provide the headline act for a strong bill of entertainment throughout the morning. Arbutus Catering will provide the tasty event catering. Entry for Children is free and they will be entertained by an adventure playground and a selection activities. The cavalcade of Tractors will roll out from Specialist HQ at 1.00pm sharp, to travel the 30 mile Anniversary Route via Maghera, Tobermore, Draperstown, Desertmartin, Magherafelt, Castledawson, Bellaghy, Gulladuff & then finally return to Specialist HQ.
Antrim
To coincide with Larne Art Club’s Spring Exhibition, which will be on display, art club members will be hosting a ‘hands on with art’ day this Saturday 10th March, giving visitors the chance to have a go at art using different mediums with an opportunity to learn more about being a member of Larne Art Club. Light refreshments provided. Everyone welcome! 10.00am – 4.30pm. Free admission.
Belfast
The 20th Belfast Children’s Festival takes place from the 9th to 14th March. Dive into the packed programme of theatre, visual art, music, dance, literature, workshops and talks, guaranteed to inspire joy, creativity and curiosity. Check out the Big Botanic Birthday Bash, which will be jam-packed with free activity for families over the main festival weekend. The festival also offers a diverse programme aimed at adults, professional arts practitioners and those working and studying in related fields. See the full programme at www.youngatart.co.uk.
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