Down
Join Montalto Estate this Sunday 19th May for La Dirindina’s adventurous journey to La Scala with a scandalous libretto by Girolamo Gigli, set to music by 18th century composers Domenico Scarlatti and Giovanni Battista Martini. Performed by the NI Opera Studio and an instrumental ensemble.
Armagh
Get in the groove this Saturday at the Market Place’s swinging Jazz Club. Topping the bill for this gig is Michael Barkley, a rising jazz star, a trumpeter who, along with his young rhythm section, has been receiving great reviews.
Fermanagh
Join the RSPBNI this Saturday morning from 10.00 am aboard the Lady of the Lake double-deck cruiser for a guided boat tour of the stunning Lough Erne for a Curlew Cruise. Hear all about the year-round work that goes on across the RSPB-managed islands on Lough Erne for the benefit of breeding waders. And if you’re lucky there’s also the possibility of sighting skylarks, a kingfisher, a peregrine falcon or even an Irish hare.
Tyrone
Kevin McAleer has recently been voted ‘Most Humble Guru in the Universe’ for the eighteenth year running. To celebrate this modest achievement, Guru McAleer has announced a majestic schedule which includes the Square Box in Dungannon on Saturday 18th May. An evening of divine light entertainment not to be missed!
Derry/Londonderry
The Thomas School of Jewellery in Derry are offering an opportunity to design and create your own piece of jewellery this Saturday morning. This fun and informative class is the perfect introduction to jewellery making. No previous experience necessary. Materials included.
Antrim
Cheerleading try outs will take place this Sunday at the Sixmile Leisure Centre in Larne from 1.00pm to 5.00pm. Try it out & have fun. Limited spaces are available. Open to anyone in the Ballymena/Larne area.
Belfast
Balmoral Show is Northern Ireland’s largest agri-food event, promising a fun-filled day out for all the family 15th-18th May. There really is something for everyone to enjoy! Come along and see for yourself; sample fantastic local food, browse amongst over 650 trade stands, visit the fun fair and be entertained by top names on the Downtown Show Stage.
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Jacqueline McGonigle