October 2009
Pink Day - Wear Pink - Save Lives!
Action Cancer is the only charity providing breast screening in Northern Ireland. This October, we are asking you to please organise a Pink Day and raise funds for this life-saving screening service. Every month Action Cancer offers 1000 appointments and detects 8 cancers. Just choose a date in October and invite staff to wear an item of pink. Then, gather a small donation from each participant to help raise vital funds for Action Cancer's life saving services. Breast Cancer Awareness month this October is your chance to have a bit of fun and raise awareness for a great cause.
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1st October 2009
Rural Community Network: A citizen first rather than a senior citizen…
11am - 1pm in Ballyphilip and Ardquin Parish Centre, Church Street, Portaferry.
To mark Age Awareness Week, Rural Community Network is organising an event to bring together service providers with the ageing population of the Ards peninsula.
The aim of the event is to provide an opportunity for older people to voice their opinions on the standards of services available to them and for service providers to outline how their services will develop as the number of older people continues to rise and the Review of Public Administration impacts on the area. Free transport for the over 50s living in the peninsula area will be available.
To find out more or book your place, contact Caroline or Libby at the office or email info@ruralcommunitynetwork.org
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2nd October 2009
Conway Education Centre Benefit concert
This will be an enjoyable evening with classical, traditional and gospel music on Friday 2nd October from 8pm to 10pm.
Tickets are £8 only, so please invite friends and family along.
To download more information, click here
For more information contact Pauline Kersten on tel: 02890 248543
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6th October 2009
How Small Countries Deal with the Downturn’
Europa Hotel, Belfast
8.45am – 2pm (lunch provided)
CBI Northern Ireland and Stratagem are pleased to announce a ground-breaking, not to be missed autumn seminar. On Tuesday 6th October 2009 at the Europa Hotel in Belfast, we will assemble for the first time ever senior political and financial figures from Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ireland, Westminster and Scotland to consider ‘How small countries deal with the downturn’.
Our keynote speaker will be Thoranna Jónsdóttir, co-founder of Audur Capital
Already confirmed to give their responses to Thoranna and consider what challenges remain, how business and politics can work together and prepare for the years following the recession are:
• Arlene Foster MLA, Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Investment in Northern Ireland
• A senior public representative from OFMDFM in Northern Ireland
• Dick Roche TD, Minister of State for European Affairs in the Republic of Ireland
• Jim Mather MSP, Minister for Enterprise, Energy and Tourism in Scotland
• Sally Keeble MP, Member of the Treasury Committee at Westminster and former Under-Secretary of State for the Department for Transport, Local Government and the Regions
• Angela McGowan, Chief Economist, Northern Bank
Drawing on results from a Stratagem/ComRes Research Panel conducted with over a third of MLAs, this diverse panel will help us fully consider how small countries could and should be dealing with the recession and preparing for the future.
The delegate rate for the day is £175 + VAT.
Exhibiting space will also be available at this event.
If you would like any further information, please contact Sarah Smart on 028 9010 1100 or email sarah.smart@cbi.org.uk.
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6th October 2009
NIRWN Event
NIRWN are working with the Building Change Trust to organise an event on the 6th October, 10.30 – 1pm in the Linen Green Moygashel, which will seek the views of women on the future strategy for spend by the Building Change trust.
This event is particularly for women and we are looking for 40 people to attend. It will be a prime opportunity for the women’s sector to engage in this consultation and may bring benefits to the sector in the long run.
I would be delighted if you could pass this information your member groups and Louise will be formally sending out an invitation later this week.
Everyone must register with Paula at NIRWN if they want to attend the event.
To download more information, click here
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6th October – 8th December 2009
10 week parenting programme
Do you feel frustrated, angry or challenged by your child’s behaviour?
Are you concerned about your child being bullied? Do you want to become an assertive adult/parent?
A 10 week parenting programme running from Tuesday 6th October until Tuesday 8th December 7.30pm – 9.30pm is taking place at the WALD Centre, Cullyhanna
Tutor: Maisie McGuiness (Course Designed by DR. Tony Humphreys)
This programme is open to all parents & booking is essential. Contact Fiona on Tel: 028 3086 1220
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7th October 2009
Migrant Worker Support Network: Bill of Rights Information Event
9:30am - 1:30pm at Community Relations Council Outreach Offices, Dungannon BT71 7HB
With the upcoming Bill of Rights consultation process, MWSN is hosting an information event which will explore the content of the Bill and consider its impact on/relevance to ethnic minority communities.
With the upcoming Bill of Rights consultation process, MWSN is hosting an information event which will:
•explore the content of the Bill;
•consider how the Bill of Rights impacts upon ethnic minority communities;
•consider how the Bill of Rights relates to our work with ethnic minority communities;
•demonstrate how to contribute to the official consultation process
•highlight the importance of feeding into the consultation process.
The main aim of this event is to equip people with knowledge and understanding of the detail of the Bill so that they can contribute meaningfully to the consultation process.
Speakers include Fiona Murphy, CAJ and Miriam Titterton, NIHRC.
To register for this event, contact keelin@stepni.org
This event is free to MWSN members and £10 to all non-members
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8th – 10th October 2009
“Unravelling the Ribbon” - A play
The Ulster Cancer Foundation has brought the play ‘Unravelling the Ribbon’ to Belfast for the first time as part of their Think Pink! breast cancer awareness campaign.
8:00pm
Adults £8 Concessions £6
Belvoir Players Studio Theatre, 94 Belvoir Drive, Belfast BT8 7DT
The play, by Irish writers Mary Kelly and Maureen White, is being brought to life by the Belvoir Players Drama Group and will run from Thursday 8th October - Saturday 10th October 2009 from 8pm. It tells the touching story of three women who come together to help each other cope with the changes that breast cancer brings to their lives and the impact that it has on their families
Tickets for Unravelling the Ribbon are available from Belvoir Players Studio Theatre, Tel. 028 9049 1210
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13th – 17th October 2009
The Shadowmen at the Waterside Theatre - a must see show!
Sole Purpose Productions is delighted to announce that their exciting and innovative new production premières in October at the newly reopened Waterside Theatre. The Shadowmen, by Debbie Caulfield and Réa Curran, is a musical theatre production on climate change. It raises questions through theatre, music and movement about our changing planet and our ability to survive and share the planet’s resources.
The show will be performed by a stellar professional local cast, including Abby Oliveira who is a performance poet with The Poetry Chicks; Jack Quinn who recently appeared in Big Telly’s stage production of Spike Milligan’s Puckoon; Sean Donegan who has just returned to Derry from training at The Guildhall School of Music and Drama and Matt Jennings who has performed in numerous professional productions. The musicians are Réa Curran who performs with Duke Special and whose own band The Maximals is making a name for itself; Gary Cunningham who plays with the brilliant Balkan Alien Sound and Krzysztof Malinski who has been involved in a number of music projects and bands across Europe.
Patricia Byrne, producer, said “We are very thankful to Derry City Council, Arts Council of Northern Ireland National Lottery Fund and PROTEUS (NI) Ltd for their valuable support.”
Arts Council Drama Officer Gilly Campbell commented: “The Arts Council is pleased to support this new musical production. Sole Purpose is renowned for its quality productions and for taking an innovative and imaginative approach to theatre. The Shadowmen is undoubtedly shaping up to be one of this year¹s must see shows.”
The show runs from 13th – 16th October @ 1pm and 14th – 17th October @8pm. Tickets are £7/£5 for adults and £3.50 for children. Tickets can be booked online at www.watersidetheatre.com
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15th October 2009
Carers Conference and Health Event...
Banbridge and Craigavon Carers Support Group invite you to attend a free Carers Conference and Health Event on Thursday 15th October 2009 from 11am to 2pm in the Drumcree Community Centre, Portadown.
To book a place or for more information contact Michelle Moult on 028 4062 7581 or Email: michelle@banbridgecarers.co.uk
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16th October 2009
NIRWN celebrate World Rural Women's Day 2009
Northern Ireland Rural Women's Network cordially invites you to celebrate World Rural Women's Day 2009 on Friday 16th October from 10:30am – 1:00pm (followed by a light buffet lunch) in the Glenavon House Hotel, Cookstown
Guest speakers and Entertainment will be announced shortly.
RSVP to Paula at NIRWN by Friday 2nd October. Tel: 028 8676 9191 or Email: paula@nirwn.org.uk
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21st October 2009
NEXUS Celebrate 25 Years
For 25 Years NEXUS has provided counselling for adult survivors of sexual violence. Today NEXUS has 4 regional offices and 33 outreach centres offering 14,000 counselling sessions each year across Northern Ireland. To mark 25 Years of helping survivors of sexual violence, NEXUS is holding a major conference in the Waterfront Hall, 21st October 2009.
To download more information and a booking form, click here
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21st October 2009
Anti-Racism Conference
The Northern Ireland Health and Social Services Interpreting Service and the Newry and Mourne District Council are hosting a conference during Anti-Racism Week 2009, covering the topics of equality of access to services and bilingualism within Northern Ireland.
The conference will combine high profile speakers in a series of presentations and workshops.
Date: Wednesday 21st October 2009
Time: 9.30am - 4.00pm
Venue: Newry Town Hall, Bank Parade, Newry BT35 6HR
For further information, email: ligia.parizzi@belfasttrust.hscni.net
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22nd October 2009
“Barriers Facing Women...” Report Launch
The Women’s Centres Regional Partnership (WCRP) would like to invite you to
Barriers Facing Women in Disadvantaged Communities – Report Launch
This comprehensive report commissioned by DSD in partnership with the WCRP and written by Helen McLaughlin provides lengthy analysis and proposals for key actions which challenge all government departments to enact measures to improve opportunities for participation. It will be launched at NICVA on Thursday 22nd October from 10am – 1pm. Speakers include government representatives and the voluntary sector.
To download an invitation, click here
To download the agenda, click here
If you would like to attend, please RSVP to Shauna on 028 9023 0212 or email info@wrda.net by 19th October.
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20th – 28th October 2009
Sharing Our Space - Overcoming Division in Communities
Rural Community Network and the Community Relations Council with support from the Interface Working Group (IWG) are holding events which will provide an opportunity for the community to comment on a draft working document based around the nature of rural interfaces. The concept of rural interfaces is less well explored and defined and could be related to townlands, extremely localised physical features, or a mindset that impacts on people’s behaviour and social patterns.
All events run from 6.30pm to 8.30pm commencing with buffet on arrival.
• 20th October Belmont, Banbridge
• 22nd October City Hotel, Derry
• 26th October Tullyglass Hotel, Ballymena
• 28th October Silver Birch Hotel, Omagh
To book your place, contact Bebhinn on 028 8676 6670 or email bebhinn@ruralcommunitynetwork.org
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27th October 2009
WRDA AGM
The WRDA would like to invite you to our AGM to be held in the WRDA offices at 6 Mount Charles, Belfast on Tuesday 27th October 2009 from 11am - 1pm (buffet lunch included).
All are welcome.
Lynn Carvill will speak at the event detailing the nature of her role within the WRDA.
The event will also celebrate our newly accredited Community Facilitators from ’08/’09.
RSVP to Shauna on 028 9023 0212 or email info@wrda.net by noon on 26th October 2009.
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28th October 2009
Gypsy Caravan: When the Road Bends...
In Association with the Equality Commission for Northern Ireland and An Munia Tober (there are a limited number of tickets for this pre-screening).
Film Screening 6.30pm @ Queen's Film Theatre on 28th October
Pre screening reception 5.30pm hosted by the Equality Commission for Northern Ireland and An Munia Tober
An exhilirating combination of documentary and concert film, this joyous celebration of the musical world of the Roma follows the 2001 U.S. "Gypsy Caravan" tour, which showcased five bands from four countries. Filmed by the ‘godfather’ of documentary, Albert Maysles, Gypsy Caravan captures both the electrifying on-stage performances from the musicians as well as the looking behind-the-scenes when the diverse groups, divided by language and culture, start to jam and bond.
Needless to say Gypsy Caravan has a wonderful soundtrack; more than this however it provides a rare glimpse into the world of the Roma.
Director Jasmine Dellal
USA/Netherlands 2006
1hr 50mins
With Esma Redzepova, Maharaja, Fanfare Ciocarlia, Taraf de Haidouks and the Antonio El Pipa Flamenco Ensemble.
For further information contact Sarah Caldwell at An Munia Tober on 028 90438265 or email sarahc@anmuniatober.org or Donna Fullerton on 02890 500604 or dfullerton@equalityni.org
Get free tickets here www.eventbrite.com
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