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MAYOR’S MESSAGE

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Welcome to the January issue of Borough life, our residents’ magazine.

On behalf of the Mayoress and I, we wish you a Happy and Prosperous New Year.

NO MORE EXCUSES MORE MEMBERSHIP

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MORE CLASSES NEILLSBROOK 3G PITCH

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SOMETHING FOR THE KIDS STRIKE OR SPARE?

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FIND A NEW GOLF COURSE EARLY MORNING OPENINGS

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RANDALSTOWN IS BRILLIANT! RECYCLE MORE IN OUR PARKS

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QUIT SMOKING IN 2018 SCARRED FOR LIFE

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CHANGING DIETS FOR LIFE FOODBANKS WINTERWISE SUPPORT FAIRTRADE CRUMLIN RECEIVES AWARD

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ONE MAN’S TRASH NUMBER 1 RECYCLERS! ELECTRICAL OVERLOAD

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A SHARED VISION FOR 2030 THE LOTTERY FUNDERS THE POWER OF WORDS

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HAVE YOU HEARD OF PCSP?

Over the Christmas period while visiting various events across our Borough, my simple message was to encourage people to give of their time for others. We all have the same twenty-four hours of time a day and sharing our time for the benefit of others is one of the best gifts we can give. So thank you to everyone who volunteers and makes Antrim and Newtownabbey a great place to live.

Have you decided yet on your New Year resolutions? Why not take advantage of our fantastic inclusive family membership that gives you access to all five leisure centres for just £39 a month for a family. Make sure you keep healthy during 2018 and give your family MORE! See page 7 for information on our special January offer.

I would like to personally thank each of you for helping the Council become the top recycling Council in Northern Ireland. This is fantastic news for our environment. We are continually finding new ways to help you recycle more and your support and enthusiasm for this is key to our Borough’s great recycling performance. For more information, see page 13.

I am already halfway through my year as Mayor and I have met so many wonderful people across the Borough. I am looking forward to the rest of my term and the opportunities it gives me to see first-hand the great work going on across Antrim and Newtownabbey.

I hope you all have an enjoyable 2018 and please use our Winter Wise tips to ensure you and your family remain safe this winter.

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During the winter months street lights may be out or you may notice pot holes in the road. For help with these problems see page 38 for a list of agencies and their contact details, who can assist with these requests.

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NEW YEAR, NEW YOU – NO MORE EXCUSES January is here and it’s time to lose those extra pounds from all the extra turkey and sweets over the holidays!

We know that it is hard to get motivated during the winter months so here are some ways you can ditch the excuses!

I don’t have the time Our leisure centres are open early mornings, evenings and weekends so there is always time to fit in a quick gym or swim to your busy schedule.

I can’t afford a leisure membership Our new membership options make getting more active even more affordable. For just £39 per month, that’s £1.30 a day, you and your family can get active together. So why not trade in that daily bar of chocolate or packet of biscuits and get fit and active with you loved ones instead!

I get bored exercising Then why not join with a friend? Exercising can be your chance to socialise, plus it has the added benefit of someone motivating you to get active.

I’m nervous as I haven’t been to a leisure centre in so long!

Then make this your mission to change! Our leisure centre staff will make you feel at ease and if it is the fitness suite you are interested in, just give us a call and we can book you in for an induction to show you around.

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MORE MEMBERSHIP Five fitness suites, three swimming pools, two soft play areas and lots more for all the family for just £1.30 per day!

Our new inclusive family memberships mean you can get your family fit and active for just £39 per month. Antrim Forum, Ballyearl, Crumlin, Sixmile and the Valley Leisure Centre are all included in the monthly membership and have something to suit everyone.

Single memberships are also available for just £25 per month. The NO JOINING FEE and NO CONTRACT means that now is the perfect time to join.

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For details on each of our membership options and what all is included visit antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/more or T. 028 9448 1499

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For more information on our leisure memberships see below, T. 028 9448 1499 or visit antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/more

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MORE CLASSES, MORE OFTEN If you are looking for something to get you motivated for a MORE active lifestyle then look no further. Our classes which are taken by fully qualified coaches, will give you the encouragement and boost you are looking for.

We have over 30 different types of classes running across our five leisure centres, with something to suit the beginners who are just getting into their new fitness regime, right up to the hardcore fitness fanatics. We have early morning classes starting as early as 6.45am right

through to 8pm in the evening, so there is no excuse for not being able to find one that fits in to your hectic schedule. Most of our classes have the added benefit of being included in our MORE membership and can be booked up to seven days in advance. For more details see page 4.

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For a full list of classes visit antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/more or contact your nearest leisure centre T. 028 9448 1499

CONCESSION MEMBERSHIPS For a reduced payment of £29 per month, the concession family membership is available for families that have one or both adults receiving: • Income Based Job Seeker’s Allowance • Housing Benefit • ESA • Income Support • Working Tax Credits (Less than £16,190 annual taxable income) Please note proof of concession dated within the last three months must be provided at time of joining. T&Cs apply.

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If you think you are eligible for the concession membership or for more information T. 028 9448 1499 or visit antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/more

Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, Councillor Paul Hamill recently opened the new 3G pitch at Neillsbrook Community Centre following an investment of around £140,000 made by the Council.

The investment has transformed the three previous MUGAs into one large 3G pitch, which boasts new goal ends as well as higher fencing, making the facility suitable for both rugby and football.

We recently launched our new leisure brand, which aims to encourage our clubs to take part in physical exercise and be MORE active, MORE often. Facilities like these are the perfect way to provide our Borough with opportunities to take part in physical activity and lead a healthier lifestyle.

Thank you to all the local clubs who were involved in the consultation process as it is your views that helped us provide this new facility.

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SOMETHING FOR THE KIDS The New Year is the perfect opportunity to get your children involved in a new sport or class. As well as keeping your kids active, the classes are a great way to get them socialising with other children. Here's a small selection of what's on offer.

DODGEBALL Week commencing 22 Jan Age 8-14

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WILDCATS Week commencing 22 Jan Age 3-9

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All of these classes are included in the MORE membership, see page 4 for details.

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For an application form or more details on all kids classes T. 028 9448 1499 or visit antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/more

STRIKE OR SPARE? Don’t forget there is fun for all the family with ten-pin bowling at Antrim Forum. Ten-pin bowling is a great activity for all to enjoy and at just £13 per lane (max 6 people) it is the perfect opportunity for some family fun.

PLAYTIME! Our winter weather means the kids can be indoors at home with lots of energy to burn. Why not take a trip down to Caveman Capers at Antrim Forum or Playzone at the Valley Leisure Centre? Both soft play areas cost £4.50 per session or are included in the MORE leisure membership.

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FIND A NEW GOLF COURSE Are you bored of your usual golf course? Would you like to try somewhere new but think it’s too expensive? Why not try the new golf simulator at Allen Park?

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For the special price of £22.50 per hour for four people, you can play golf whatever the weather at Royal Troon, Celtic Manor, Cobble Beach or Abu Dhabi. With over 20 courses to choose from, you certainly will not get bored or cold playing golf in 2018!

EARLY MORNING OPENINGS The early bird catches the worm when it comes to early morning fitness. Why not squeeze in a quick workout before work? Our leisure centres are open early mornings all week giving you the perfect opportunity to kick-start your metabolism. Whether it's the gym, swim or an early morning fitness class, there is something for everyone.

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RANDALSTOWN IS BLOOMING BRILLIANT!

LOOK AFTER BIRDS THIS WINTER

The results of the 2017 Royal Horticultural Society Britain in Bloom Competition have been announced!

It is good to feed small birds, especially during the winter but if it is not done responsibly, it can attract mice, rats and other larger birds, like pigeons to your garden.

What great news it was to hear that Randalstown achieved a Gold and overall winner in the Small Town category.

Try these tips to discourage rodents while enjoying birds at your feeder:

The Council has been working in partnership with Tidy Randalstown to improve the town though planting schemes and engagement with volunteers, schools and local business.

• Switch to tube feeders that do not spill so much of the seed onto the ground

This fantastic achievement demonstrates the commitment and hard work that the local residents have made in partnership with the Council and comes hot on the heels of the recent Ulster in Bloom Best Small Town Award.

• Place your feeder where the birds are nesting and roosting - feeders closer to shrubs and trees are usually more popular as the birds can feed out of the wind and rain • Keep the area below the bird feeder clear of seeds • Choose No Waste Bird Food: A number of bird feeding options are available that reduce the amount of waste that’s dropped • Store your bird seed in airtight, watertight, rodent-proof containers away from where rodents live Birds eat a variety of seeds and fruits and we have some ideas for choosing the right food for birds:

RECYCLE MORE IN OUR PARKS

• Black-oil sunflower seed • Mixed bird seed • Nyjer or Thistle seed

You may have noticed new double bins along our cycle path from Jordanstown Loughshore Park to Hazelbank Park.

• Wild bird peanuts – place in wire feeder to prevent chicks choking

These 16 bins add the option to recycle, whilst out and about, for everyone who uses the path. These bins will help us to keep up our high levels of recycling in the Borough.

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• Suet/fat balls • Fresh or dried fruit After you have made the appropriate choice of food make sure the feeder is in a place where you can see and enjoy it!

For more information E. Mark.Wilson@antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk or T. 028 9034 0223

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QUIT SMOKING IN 2018 With Christmas over and a New Year beginning, January is a popular time of year to quit smoking. Increase your chances of success by seeking out local quit smoking services.

Gillian McAtackney, Workplace Smoking Cessation Specialist offers the following tips: 1 Set a realistic quit date and stick to it 2 Get free local help – check out www.want2stop.info to find out what local free quit smoking services are available 3 Deal with nicotine withdrawal – everyone in Northern Ireland is entitled to free Nicotine Replacement Therapy (patches, gum, etc). Your GP or pharmacist can offer advice

KEEP YOUR PETS SAFE Bad weather affects our pets as it’s harder for them to stay warm and more difficult to exercise them.

Naturally different animals will have differing needs. If your pet is kept outside, make sure they have plenty of warm bedding and there is adequate shelter at all times to protect them from the wind and rain. Feeding them sufficiently and regularly will also help to keep them warm. It is also important to ensure they have 24-hour access to water.

Dogs in particular will still need exercised. Just a short walk or bouncing a ball around the garden is quite often enough to keep them happy. Some animal toys will also help stimulate them if they can’t get out of the house because of ice and snow.

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If you are worried about your pet contact your local vet. If you are concerned about the welfare of a neighbour’s pet contact the Animal Welfare Officer T. 028 2563 3134 or E. animal.welfare@midandeastantrim.gov.uk

4 Go to a pharmacy which offers a free quit smoking service. Ask for the pharmacist, tell them you have set a quit date and would like to sign up to their free quit smoking service 5 Alternatively, you can make an appointment with your GP Using Nicotine Replacement Therapies and having support to quit smoking more than doubles your chances of quitting successfully.

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For further information T. 028 9034 0160 or T. 028 2826 2373

SCARRED FOR LIFE Hot appliances, liquids and bath water are responsible for more than half of all burns and scalds, with young children being particularly vulnerable.

Home accidents can easily be prevented. Make sure you visit our digital version of Borough Life on our website antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk to see the video of how easy it is for a child to burn themselves or be scalded.

It can take just seconds for an accident to happen and we would encourage parents and carers to take these steps to minimise the risks: • Hot drinks can still scald 15 minutes after they’ve been made and can result in years of skin graft treatment.

Ensure hot drinks are out of reach of babies and children • Hot water scalds in seconds. Run the cold water first and always check the temperature of bath water • Hair straighteners can get very hot, very quickly and cause serious burns that scar for life. Keep out of the reach of children and put them away safely after use

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MAKING CHANGES

Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council is currently the only Council in Northern Ireland to employ a public health nutritionist. The aim of this role is to improve the dietary health of our Borough. Dr Janice McConnell shares some advice with us here.

Follow these tips to help you make lifelong changes: • Keep a food diary – find out what you are really eating and drinking and keep tabs on yourself • Set goals – put it in writing and tell someone what you are doing

EATING WELL Eating well is a cornerstone of health and wellbeing which can add life to years and not just years to life! The Eatwell Guide, launched in 2016, is the UK’s food-based guidelines on how we can eat more healthily; providing guidance around the four main food groups which make up our diets.

Copies of the guide and related notes can be accessed from www.gov.uk/government/publications/theeatwell-guide

• Plan your meals – everything that you intend to eat and drink is detailed, informing your shopping list • Don’t eat direct from family-sized/go-large/share packaging – we eat with our eyes and our tummy gets full before our eyes grow weary • Use smaller plates and bowls So are you up for the challenge? Why not set some goals today? Your future self will thank you for it!

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Only 18% of adults are eating their 5-a-day of fruit and vegetables and as a population we are eating 2-3 times more sugar than the maximum recommended intake for health. We are also consuming levels of fibre and oily fish which fall below the recommendations, while consuming too much red meat.

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For further information on public health nutrition interventions T. 028 9034 0160 or E. janice.mcconnell@ antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk

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FOODBANKS

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We would like to thank all of you who donated to our last Foodbank Friday on 24 November. The Mayor, Councillor Paul Hamill and Chief Executive, Jacqui Dixon delivered the items to the Carnmoney Presbyterian Church Foodbank where they were gratefully received. Our next Foodbank Friday will be on Friday 2 March and all items will be donated to the Whiteabbey Presbyterian Church Foodbank.

The wrath of winter is well and truly here with the icy, cold weather conditions on our doorstep. Our Winterwise publication has lots of tips and advice on how you can stay safe and well during the winter months. Topics include avoiding frozen pipes, our oil stamp saving scheme, preventing flooding, keeping your pets safe and sandbag locations.

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For more information on future Foodbank Fridays visit antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/ foodbanks

COME ON IN AND SUPPORT FAIRTRADE Fairtrade Fortnight takes place from 26 February until 11 March and we are calling on you to support Fairtrade.

Fairtrade is a simple way to make a difference to the lives of the people who grow the things we love. We do this by changing the way trade works through better prices, decent working conditions and a fair deal for farmers and workers in developing countries. During your next shop why not buy some Fairtrade products or ask your local store to stock Fairtrade products.

To view our Winterwise publication visit antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/winterwise

CRUMLIN LEISURE CENTRE RECEIVES AWARD Crumlin Leisure Centre extension and refurbishment has been rated highly by receiving a prestigious award.

The CEEQUAL (Civil Engineering Environmental Quality Assessment) Award Scheme promotes sustainability in civil engineering and the public realm. This award recognises the quality and sustainability of the project.

The Mayor, Councillor Paul Hamill, commented: “I am pleased to see the fantastic work on the Crumlin Leisure Centre project by Council staff, acknowledged by CEEQUAL. Facilities like these are an important part of the community and I am proud that the Council is able to offer award winning facilities to our residents and visitors.

Crumlin Leisure Centre is a fantastic asset to the town.“

By buying products bearing the FAIRTRADE mark you can help farmers earn a viable income. To see a list of these products visit www.fairtrade.org/buyingfairtrade Campaigners across the UK will be using the #FairtradeFortnight hashtag to spread the word about their activities so make sure you check this out on Twitter.

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ONE MAN’S TRASH IS ANOTHER MAN’S TREASURE Restore is ‘not-for-profit’ as the income is used to keep other social and environmental work going. The scheme also offers many volunteering and upskilling placements.

The Council has containers in each of our five recycling centres for you to leave off items for reuse. These items are sorted by East Belfast Mission, refurbished and then sold in their twelve Restore charity shops across Belfast, Newtownards, Antrim and Larne.

This partnership with the Council means that as a social economy project, less is being sent to landfill. Restore has a van dedicated to collecting bulky items from recycling centres. If the items are in good enough quality for immediate resale, they are taken directly to the Restore shops to be sold. Alternatively, they are taken to the up-cycling project Refurb for a ‘make–over’ and are then sold through Restore.

Restore sells a range of good quality second hand clothes, furniture, books, bric-a-brac, refurbished furniture, bikes and other household items such as mirrors and pictures. They also do house clearances and collect other items.

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LOVE FOOD, HATE WASTE This classic lentil soup is a treat for vegetarians as well as meat eaters and you can also add lots of different vegetables. Better still, it comes in at just 20 pence a serving – a fraction of what you’d pay for the posh supermarket equivalent. So start your New Year off cheap and healthy!

LENTIL SOUP • 200g/7oz red lentils • 1 carrot (65g/2oz) • 1 onion (120g/4oz) • 1 ¼ litres/2 ½ pts vegetable stock • Juice of half a lemon

• Salt, pepper, cumin powder and chilli powder, to taste • For extra flavour, garnish with finely chopped spring onions or chives

These ideas will get you started but why not tweet us yours @ANBorough

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Peel and finely chop the onion and carrot. Put into a large saucepan with the stock and lentils. Simmer, covered, for 25 minutes until the lentils are disintegrating. Allow to cool, then liquidise.

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Reheat to serve and adjust seasoning with lemon juice, salt, pepper, ground cumin and ground chilli.

FREEZER TIP: It’s worth making double quantities and freezing this soup in portions. Don’t miss out the lemon, it makes all the difference.

VARIATIONS: Other vegetables could be chopped up and cooked with the lentils, but don’t include potatoes as they will tend to make the consistency gluey.

NUMBER 1 RECYCLERS! Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council area was named as the NUMBER 1 recyclers in Northern Ireland for April to June 2017. The Borough recorded recycling rates of 59.5% for all the waste collected by Council from your houses, recycling g n li centres and local businesses. This c y c e r is a fantastic effort from you and r a te s helps both environmentally and economically!

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The good news doesn’t stop there.

Early figures for June to September show that recycling from your homes has increased by 33% compared to the same period last year. Landfill is down for the same rate which means 900 tonnes of waste are not being landfilled, saving approximately £85,000 on disposal charges.

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The 'no food waste' message continues to hit home with food and garden waste recycling up a whopping 22% - that means we can produce more compost, so thank you! Don’t forget to leave your red tag on your brown bin and our staff will leave you green bags to keep up your great efforts. Alternatively, you can pick up the green bags from our Council facilities.

Finally, the total amount of waste collected from your houses is down by 10%. This is extra special as no waste means no cost for the Council and you! Hopefully this means the Love Food Hate Waste message is working and everyone is using their food leftovers in tasty new dishes.

Don’t forget to try our new recipe for using up all your vegetables on page 12.

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Keep up the good work and if you need to check anything or order a food caddy E. waste@antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk or T. 028 9034 0056

ELECTRICAL OVERLOAD Was Santa good to you this Christmas?

Did you get any new electrical items from family and friends?

Did you know you can take all your unwanted electrical items to one of our household recycling centres to be disposed of?

To help us try and remain as the NUMBER 1 recyclers in Northern Ireland, we are asking you to recycle your electrical items instead of throwing them in your black bin.

Items such as TV’s, radios and games consoles can all be recycled instead of sending them to landfill.

We have five household recycling centres for you to choose from when you complete your New Year clear out: Craigmore (Randalstown) Crumlin Newpark (Antrim) Bruslee O’Neill Road

028 9447 3813 028 9442 3640 028 9442 8107 028 9034 0056 028 9034 0056

These centres are currently open from 9am to 6pm Monday to Saturday, with Bruslee also open on Sundays from 9am to 6pm.

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For more information on items that can be recycled visit antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/ recycling

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A SHARED VISION FOR 2030 wellbeing

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Our citizens enjoy good health and wellbeing

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Our Citizens Live in Connected, Safe, Clean and Vibrant Places

Our citizens live in connected, safe, clean and vibrant places

Antrim and Newtownabbey is a resilient, socially responsible community where citizens enjoy a high quality of life. wildly

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Our citizens achieve their full potential

Wildly Important Goal Our Community Plan identifies issues which most affect the day to day lives of our residents. Through Community Planning, the Council is working in partnership with organisations whose interests include health, employment, education, safety and community involvement to help shape actions which will drive change and improve quality of life.

Our vulnerable people are supported

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"Vibrant" 'Full of energy and life'

omic One of the ambitions of the Community Plan is that our achieving part of a vibrant local community. erity residents feel potential

We believe that a vibrant community is a place where economic residents take pride in their surroundings and where they achieving feelprosperity a sense of belonging.

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Through the community plan we intend to build on the community spirit and active involvement of residents which we know exist in many of our towns, villages and neighbourhoods. As well as ensuring the safety and cleanliness of our Borough, we will support local people to put in place activities which will continue to encourage them to connect with one another and improve where they live.

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The improvements might be visual, such as community clean ups or planting projects; or they might be social, such as bringing new activities to the area.

We know the important role that sports clubs, churches, cimon schools and community groups (amongst others) play ytireps in the day to day lives of our neighbourhoods and communities. We believe that organisations like these, along with motivated, interested individuals, can bring valuable knowledge and energy to the process of Community Planning.

By setting up Place Shaping Forums in each of our District Electoral Areas (DEA’s), we will continue to improve our understanding of local issues and needs. By sharing expertise and ideas, a range of local interested groups and the Councillors for the area, will be able to collaborate on gniveihca shared solutions to local issues. laitnetop

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For information about the Place Shaping Forum in your area please visit antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/ CommunityPlanning

YOU ARE INVITED TO ‘AN EVENING WITH THE LOTTERY FUNDERS’

Does your community or voluntary organisation need funding for a specific short or long term project?

Would you like to find out more about the range of grants that the Heritage Lottery Fund has available for heritage projects in Northern Ireland?

Has your organisation thought about applying to Awards for All or the Big Lottery Fund but never got around to it?

THE POWER OF WORDS Holocaust Memorial Day takes place on Saturday 27 January and allows everyone to remember the millions of people murdered in the Holocaust, under Nazi persecution and in the subsequent genocides in Cambodia, Rwanda, Bosnia and Darfur. The theme for this year is “The Power of Words”, which explores how language has been used in the past and how it is used in the present day.

On Holocaust Memorial Day we honour the survivors of the Holocaust and subsequent genocides to challenge ourselves to learn important lessons from their experiences in order to create a safer, better future.

Anne Frank will be shown in the Courtyard Theatre, Ballyearl on Friday 26 January at 7pm and Judgement at Nuremberg will be performed in the Old Courthouse Theatre, Antrim on Saturday 27 January at 7.30pm. The tickets for each event cost £3 per person and are available from Box Office T. 028 9034 0202 or T. 028 9442 8331

If the answer to any or all of the above questions is yes, then why not come along to Antrim Civic Centre on Wednesday 24 January at 7pm, to find out what is available?

This free evening will start with a short presentation from each of the funders, followed by workshops, where you will have the opportunity to share your project ideas. Two volunteers from your organisation are invited to attend the funding information event.

Places on the workshops are limited and MUST be booked in advance by T. 028 9034 0060 or E. dawn.leonard@antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk or wendy.donaldson@antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk Would you like a Community Development Qualification?

As part of the Council’s Community Capacity Building Programme, volunteers can work towards an OCN Level II Award in Community Development. The course runs for six consecutive weeks and commences on Tuesday 6 February.

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For more information about the event visit antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/HMD or E. valerie.crozier@antrimandnewtownabbey. gov.uk

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For more information about Holocaust Memorial Day and the events taking place visit hmd.org.uk or follow @HMD_UK and hashtag #HMD2018 on Twitter

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HAVE YOU HEARD OF THE PCSP?

PEACE IV LOCAL ACTION PLAN GATHERING MOMENTUM

Antrim and Newtownabbey Policing and Community Safety Partnership (PCSP) works to make our community safer.

Its aim is to empower communities to develop solutions in partnership to tackle crime, fear of crime and anti-social behaviour.

The European Union’s PEACE IV Programme is managed by the Special EU Programmes Body. It was set up to support peace and reconciliation in Northern Ireland and the Border Region of Ireland.

The PCSP is made up of Elected Members, independent members and representatives from statutory bodies including the Education Authority, Police Service of Northern Ireland and the Youth Justice Agency.

The PCSP aims to improve community safety by:

Preparations for the Antrim and Newtownabbey PEACE IV Local Action Plan began in early 2016 with extensive consultations. As a result of these consultations, projects were decided upon which focus on the three key themes of the action plan:

• Engaging and consulting with local people to help improve policing and community safety

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• Identifying and prioritising issues of concern and working in partnership to tackle these issues

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• Monitoring the performance of police and working to gain the co-operation of the public in preventing crime • Delivering a range of programmes or interventions in partnership with local communities and partner agencies to enhance community safety by impacting on crime, fear of crime and anti-social behaviour

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For more information on the PCSP please visit antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/PCSP or facebook.com/antrimandnewtownabbeypcsp

BUILDING POSITIVE RELATIONS The projects are being delivered by various teams within the Council and a tender process is currently in place inviting external organisations to bid to deliver a number of these projects.

For details on projects still available for tender or how to get involved in the programmes, please visit antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/peace

This initiative has been funded by the EU’s PEACE IV Programme managed by the SEUPB

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For further information on the PEACE IV Local Action Plan E. Connor.ODornan@antrimand newtownabbey.gov.uk or T. 028 9034 0208.

ANTRIM TOWN BUSINESS AWARDS

STUDENT EXCHANGE OPPORTUNITY

Do you know of an award winning business?

We are currently seeking two students to participate in the 2018 Student Exchange Programme with our sister city, Gilbert in Phoenix, Arizona during July and August.

Does a particular business offer excellent customer service?

Do you know someone who has recently started a new business?

Are you aware of a business that has gone from strength to strength?

If you have answered yes to any of these questions, then why not vote in this year’s Antrim Town Business Awards?

The awards, organised in association with Antrim Town Team, will see local businesses compete in various categories. The Antrim Town Team consists of local Councillors and traders, who work together on projects to help increase footfall, generate business and enhance the town. The awards are a great way to recognise those businesses that serve Antrim Town and take pride in their products, services and local area.

The awards will be decided by public vote and an independent judging panel. The public vote will run from Monday 15 January until Monday 13 February. You can also tweet your support for your favourite Antrim businesses by using the hashtag #AntrimBiz Winners will be announced at an awards dinner on Friday 2 March.

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For more information or to vote visit antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/ antrimbusinessawards2018 or T. 028 9446 3113 ext. 31344 or E. Karen.

Uprichard@antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk

The 2018 Ballyclare May Fair is taking place this year from Tuesday 22 – Saturday 26 May. Add the date to your diary and keep an eye out for event information on our website and social media.

The Sister Cities Student Exchange Programme offers two local students an opportunity to travel to Gilbert to develop an understanding of a different country, its culture and people.

The successful students will take part in a local socially beneficial project, before travelling to the USA, where they will spend three weeks experiencing the American way of life. They will stay with a host family bringing back a wealth of fascinating stories about their stay abroad, their contacts with new people and their experiences.

At the end of the three weeks, the local students will return with their exchange partners. During their stay in the Borough, the Gilbert students will have a chance to experience a new culture and make lifelong friends by living with the family of their exchange student.

The Council covers all of the travel expenses and helps the students, parents/guardians to plan the summer activities. Students are expected to provide their own passports and spending money.

To be eligible for the programme students must be in Year 13 and reside in the Borough of Antrim and Newtownabbey.

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For more information and to apply before the closing date of Friday 2 February, visit antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/ studentexchange

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THEATRE HOT PICK THEATRE AT THE MILL Home Spun Youth Theatre Presents An Amateur youth production by arrangement with The Musical Company Ltd

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From the creative team that brought last year’s stunning production of Annie to the Theatre at The Mill stage, comes a new special Youth Production of one of the most enduring shows of all time. Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is a reimagining of the Biblical story of Joseph, his father Jacob, eleven brothers and the coat of many colours.

COMMONWEALTH CELEBRATION Do you live in our Borough and are you from one of the Commonwealth Countries? If so, we would love to hear from you!

We are planning two celebration events in April, to mark the occasion of the Commonwealth Heads of Government meeting, in London during 2018.

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This magical musical is full of catchy songs in a variety of styles, from a parody of French ballads (Those Canaan Days), to country-western (One More Angel in Heaven) and calypso (Benjamin Calypso), along with the unforgettable classics Any Dream Will Do and Close Every Door. Celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2018, don’t miss one of the most enduring shows of all time.

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THE COURTYARD THEATRE T. 028 9034 0202 thecourtyardtheatre.com

THE OLD COURTHOUSE T. 028 9442 8331 theoldcourthousetheatre.com

THEATRE AT THE MILL T. 028 9034 0202 theatreatthemill.com

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NEIL DELAMERE BUTCH CASSIDY AND THE SUNDANCE PENSIONER SUN 8 APR // 7.30pm

Antrim Live offers a cultural extravaganza of arts and entertainment right in the heart of Antrim Town. This two day festival has something for everyone including live street performances, baby rave, tea dance, choirs, comedy, and much, much more.

Tickets: £20 Show contains adult reference for 16+ only

Keep an eye out for the Antrim Live brochure nearer to the event or contact the box office on T. 028 9442 8331 to pre-order your copy when published.

One day Neil’s dad asked him to help deliver the Meals on Wheels. He agreed. Little did they know that their lives would never be the same again.

Except for the bits of their lives that didn’t change.

Celebrate the arrival of spring by joining us for ‘Antrim Live’ when the town will come alive with a cultural extravaganza of arts and entertainment sure to lift your spirits and wave goodbye to winter!

“You’ll be hard pressed to find a more gifted comic at the Fringe." ***** The Scotsman.

For more information please visit our website antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk or follow us @ANBorough

“One lean, mean, comedy, killing machine. *****.”

The Herald.

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GENEALOGY TRACING YOUR FAMILY STORY Sat 20 Jan // 10am-1pm // £10 (£9 conc.) // Over 16s

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Join Keith Wright on this ever popular genealogy course. Keith will draw on his eleven years’ experience helping people from across the world connect with their ancestors, to give an insight into researching your own family history. Whether you are new to family history or an experienced researcher, you will find this class fascinating and full of interesting tips on accessing information from a range of sources.

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DESIGNING YOUR GARDEN FROM SCRATCH Sat 27 Jan // 10am-4pm // £20 (£18 conc.) // Over 16s

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Vanessa Drew has been designing gardens for almost 20 years. She will give you ideas on choosing a layout and style to suit the site. She will look at getting the balance between hard landscaping products, grass and planting in order to achieve colour and harmony and reduce maintenance. Please bring along photos and measurements of your garden and we will look at possible solutions to transform your garden.

DRAWING FROM NATURE Sat 24 Feb // 2-4pm // £10 (£9 conc.) // Over 16s

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During the class, participants are invited to take inspiration from the beauty within the natural surroundings of Antrim Castle Gardens (weather permitting). They will be tutored in many art techniques such as light, shade and composition as well as receiving direct guidance.

Participants should bring along their own art supplies of choice plus sketchbooks.

IT’S ALL ABOUT SPRING Sat 10 Mar // 10.30am-1pm // Free // Families

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Join us for an exciting and informative workshop celebrating the arrival of spring and focusing on our fauna and flora and what spring means to them. After surviving the difficult winter months, the arrival of spring signals new life, hope and heightened activity for many species.

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Sat 10 Mar // 10am-4pm // £20 (£18 conc.) // Over 16s

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Whatever the situation in your garden, Vanessa Drew will look at planting, garden maintenance and planning new planting schemes. She will also have suggestions for year-round colour, getting started with fruit & veg growing and of course, will welcome questions throughout the day. Please feel free to bring photos of your garden if you would like some suggestions for an area needing special attention.

RUSTIC CHAIRMAKING Sat 24 Mar // 10am-4pm // £60 (£54 conc.) // Over 18s

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Come along and make your very own Rustic Chair from locally sourced hazel grown by your tutor, traditional crafts expert Clive Lyttle from Welig Heritage Crafts. All materials will be provided, but, please bring along a cordless drill, a couple of 2 and 3 mm drill bits plus ph and pz driver bits. No experience necessary.

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CREATING WITH NATURAL MATERIALS Sat 24 Feb // 2-4pm // £10 (£9 conc.) // 6 - 16 years old

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Children and teens are invited to join Amanda Montgomery to create their own environmental art all made from natural found and gathered materials! Use twigs, pine cones, shells, grasses, petals and pebbles to create your very own individual pieces. Please bring your own natural objects along with you to the workshop so that we can turn your treasures into environmental art masterpieces! Dress for mess!

ESSENTIAL HERBS FOR THE GARDEN Sat 14 Apr // 11am-1pm // £15 (£13.50 conc.) // Over 16s

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Come and join Marian Partridge, medical herbalist, for a detailed look at some of our essential and easy to grow herbs for our gardens.

Our session will include a look at some historically tried and tested recipes for your medicine bag and cookbook. Marian will be making a few recipes, and will also be looking at Antrim Castle Gardens herb planting.

HOME PRODUCE Sat 28 Apr // 10am-4pm // £20 (£18 conc.) // Over 16s

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Vanessa Drew has a smallholding and teaches self-sufficiency courses. She makes all her own wine, jams and chutneys. She will suggest what to grow and what to forage for in the hedges. We will also be discussing small livestock including keeping chickens, goats and beekeeping. Everyone can be self-sufficient in something - even with a window box on a balcony!

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Sat 26 May // 10am-4pm // £55 (£49.50 conc.) // Over 18s

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Clive Lyttle joins us again for the ever popular Garden Obelisks course. A great feature in any garden to grow your vegetables up this traditional structure or just use it as a feature in the border or a centrepiece. All tuition, tools and materials will be provided from Welig Heritage Crafts.

SUMMER BIRDS Sat 2 Jun // 10.30am-1pm // Free // Families

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Join us for a fun-filled and informative workshop where our Park Rangers will guide you through the intricacies of bird identification.

The day will comprise a theoretical presentation on bird ID, behaviour and general information, with particular emphasis on summertime bird watching. Followed by a guided walk around the grounds to identify some of our feathered friends.

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INTRODUCTION TO SPINNING & WEAVING Sat 9 Jun // 10.30am-4pm // £25 (£22.50 conc.) // Over 16s

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Spend the day spinning and weaving and learn one of the oldest ways to produce your own unique yarn using the drop spindle. Learn from Rosemary McCartney about the process off carding, drafting, spinning and plying. There will also be an opportunity to use a spinning wheel. In the afternoon, we will start weaving using a simple card loom. Learn about the warp and weft and finishing your piece off.

PLANT PHOTOGRAPHY & BOTANICAL MICROSCOPY Sat 9 Jun // 10am-4pm // £20 (£18 conc.) // Over 16s

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Steve Lowry shows how to get the most from your garden photography. We will be concentrating on composition and the use of the correct equipment and techniques. Discover how to photograph the plants and animals in close-up and observe the secret beauty of plants through the microscope. Best suited to those with some SLR experience and includes the opportunity for hands on sessions.

WOVEN WILLOW HARES Sat 16 Jun // 10am-4pm // £55 (£49.50 conc.) // Over 18s A new exciting workshop for this season from Clive Lyttle of Welig Heritage Crafts. Come along and have a go at weaving a willow hare for the house or garden. All materials will be provided.

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LEPIDOPTERAN DAY Sat 23 Jun // 10.30am-1pm // Free // Families

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Join our Park Rangers for this family workshop based on the amazing world of moths and butterflies. Starting with an interactive session on identifying moths captured in the Robinsons trap the previous evening, we will then focus on the ‘diurnal lepidopterans’ - butterflies. This will involve a brief indoor presentation followed by a guided excursion around the grounds identifying some of our beautiful butterflies.

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CLOTWORTHY HOUSE FOR BOOKINGS: The Old Courthouse T. 028 9442 8331 or online theoldcourthousetheatre.com

INTERMEDIATE DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY Tue 13 Feb: 6 weeks // 7-9pm // £60 (£54 conc.) // Over 16s

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With Carrie Davenport you will learn to use the camera in manual mode, how to frame up a great shot and really understand composition and exposure. Each week we will tackle a different subject including landscapes, portraits, shooting in RAW format and editing. This is a more technical follow on for anyone who has taken the intro course or is more experienced.

CROCHET FOR BEGINNERS Tue 13 Feb: 6 weeks // 7-9pm // £50 (£45 conc.) // Over 16s

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Each session with Hannah Ferguson will help participants develop essential skills to crochet with confidence. From holding your hook and reading patterns to creating beautiful, versatile granny squares, zigzag blankets and jar cosies. The course will also explore techniques for working with recycled materials. Participants should bring along their own choice of ‘double knitting’ wool.

GEMS OF EUROPEAN CINEMA Thur 15 Feb: 6 weeks // 7-9pm // £50 (£45 conc.) // Over 16s

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Join Rodney Gillen for a handful of "little gems" from the less-wellknown cinema of our European neighbours to fire your imagination!

Over the course of six weeks we will consider the merits of an eclectic mix of films past and present. Each two-hour session will consist of an introduced screening and an opportunity for discussion after viewing, so prepare to be delighted, surprised or possibly even blown away!

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Sat 17 Feb // 10am-4pm // £45 (£40.50 conc.) // Over 16s

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Spend a day of fun in the workshop with Diane Lyness and make a silver linked bracelet. Each participant will be taught traditional jewellery making techniques such as piercing, soldering, shaping, texturing and polishing to create a beautiful piece of jewellery to take home. No previous experience is required. Just bring an apron!

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Tue 20 Feb: 6 weeks // 2.30-4pm // £30 // 5-7 years

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The coolest After Schools club in town is back as Emma Andrews brightens up your week with this fun and messy art workshop filled with arty style. With different activities each week, you will have great fun, make new friends and create some very cool art.

ART FOR COMPLETE BEGINNERS Thur 22 Feb: 6 weeks // 7-9pm // £52 (£47 conc.) // Over 16s

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This course with Amanda Montgomery encourages each individual to concentrate on their personal chosen mediums and areas of interest in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. Participants will have the opportunity during each class to opt in or out of an intense master-class session.

This class welcomes beginners as well as those wishing to learn new artistic skills and participants should bring their own materials.

ART STATION Sat 3 Mar: 4 weeks // 2-4pm // £20 // 10-16 years

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A fun mixed media art class with Amanda Montgomery for young people that mixes a quick tour of the art galleries with design, working with a range of two and three dimensional materials. Includes paints, papers, markers, clay, found and recycled materials and exploring art techniques and their place in art history before creating a wild and wonderful piece of art to keep!

EDITING YOUR DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHS Sat 14 April // 10am-4pm // £30 (£27 conc.) // Over 16s

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Using Lightroom, Photoshop CS6 and some free editing software, Carrie Davenport will cover basic editing of colour, tone and contrast then build up to more detailed editing, including workflow, processing raw files, saving and storing your files and some retouching techniques. Participants are encouraged to bring their own laptops and you will need your own licensed Photoshop or Lightroom software.

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ART STATION JUNIOR Sat 12 May // 2-4pm // £10 // 5-11 years

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This is a fun relaxed mixed media art class for the younger kids with Amanda Montgomery. They will be introduced to a range of two and three dimensional materials including paints, papers, markers, clay, glues, found and recycled materials. Participants will be encouraged to explore the materials and create their own wild and wonderful creation to take home! Come dressed for mess!

SENIOR AFTER SCHOOLS ART CLUB Tue 15 May: 4 weeks // 3.30-5pm // £20 // 8-11 years

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Tue 15 May: 6 weeks // 7-9pm // £60 (£54 conc.) // Over 16s

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The introduction to Digital Photography starts with the basics of setting up a camera and using the menus and modes. This course with Carrie Davenport will build up to framing up better photographs and improving photography skills to create great photos while also covering saving and editing and making photo gifts.

ART AND THE GARDEN Thur 17 May: 4 weeks // 7-9pm // £40 (£36 conc.) // Over 16s

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Throughout history, gardens have been multi-functional spaces - from monastic medicinal gardens to secular landscapes of leisure; from artists’ gardens to private demesnes and public parks. This short series of illustrated talks with Amanda Croft will look at how artists have depicted and interpreted the elements and functions of gardens from the Renaissance up to the present day.

MAKE A SILVER SPOON Sat 26 May // 10am-4 pm // £45 (£40.50 conc.) // Over 16s

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Create a beautiful and unique silver spoon with Diane Lyness, perfect for jam, sugar or pickle. Or make something very personal to offer as a bespoke gift to someone special. You will be taught traditional jewellery making techniques such as forming, soldering, filing and polishing.

Enabling you to design and make your very special spoon. No previous experience is required. Just bring an apron!

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FOR BOOKINGS: The Old Courthouse T. 028 9442 8331 or online theoldcourthousetheatre.com

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GUITAR CLASSES Thur 11 Jan: 10 weeks // Beginners Thur 12 Apr: 10 weeks (no class 3 May) // Beginners/Intermediate 5.30-6.30pm // £50 (£45 conc.) // Over 16s

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Have you bought yourself a guitar and want to learn to play? Tommy McMeekin will have you learning and playing chords to your favourite songs in no time at all. Bring your own instrument. Tutor will contact you prior to class to discuss your needs.

ROCK REHAB Term 1: Thur 11 Jan: 10 weeks // £50 (£45 conc.)

Term 2: Thur 12 Apr: 12 weeks (no class 3 May) // £60 (£54 conc.)

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Dust off that guitar, pick up those drum sticks, warm up those vocal chords and drop in to our ‘rock rehab’ for adults, with Tommy McMeekin. Playing new songs and restyling popular classics, it's open to all adults but particularly those who haven’t played in a while.

FOR BOOKINGS: Theatre at The Mill T. 028 9034 0202 or online theatreatthemill.com

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Mon 8 Jan & 16 April: 10 weeks // 10am-12pm £60 & £54 (conc.) per term // Over 16s

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This course with Anne Colwell will cover general art techniques including watercolour, acrylics and water-soluble dry media (graphite, coloured pencil and pastel). Please bring along your own choice of the above materials to work with. Beginners welcome.

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ART FOR ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS Tue 9 Jan: 12 weeks (no class on 3 April) // 10am-12pm £104 & £94 (conc.) // Over 16s

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This class with Amanda Montgomery welcomes beginners as well as those wishing to learn new artistic skills. Amanda will encourage you to concentrate on your own chosen mediums and areas of interest. You will also be able to take part in a master-class session.

Participants should bring their own materials.

PAINTING WITH WATER-BASED MEDIA Wed 10 Jan: 10 weeks & 18 April: 10 weeks 10am-12pm or 2-4pm // £60 & £54 (conc.) // Over 16s

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This course with Anne Colwell will cover general art techniques including watercolour, acrylics and water-soluble dry media (graphite, coloured pencil and pastel). Please bring along your own choice of the above materials to work with. Beginners welcome.

CREATE YOUR OWN SKETCHBOOK Thur 11 Jan: 8 weeks // 10am-12pm £70 & £63 (conc.) // Over 16s

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Sketching can transform the way you look at the world around you.

Ordinary things become fascinating and memories can be created. Artist Belinda Larmour will help you find subjects and create your perfect sketchbook, try out different techniques and media and be encouraged to experiment and improve by drawing little and often in your sketchbook.

ARTFULLY YOURS Sat 13, 20, 27 Jan & 3 Feb // 2-4pm £10 per session // 7 - 16 years

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This fun workshop wih Amanda Montgomery will encourage young people to design their own artwork from the wide range of mixed media supplied ranging from paints, markers, various papers, glues, found objects, clay and recyclables. Participants will be able to take their own wild and wonderful creations home each day. Remember, come dressed for mess!

STITCHED MAP BUTTERFLIES Thur 18 Jan: 6 weeks // 2-4pm £65 & £58.50 (conc.) // Over 16s

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Combine paper art and hand embroidery techniques to create a stunning silk embroidered Map Butterfly with artist Emma Whitehead. You will learn how to manipulate paper and seamlessly incorporate it with traditional silk embroidery stitching on linen. A knowledge of basic hand sewing technique is essential. All materials will be provided.

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AN INTRODUCTION TO

OIL PAINTING

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An opportunity to explore and understand this challenging and exciting medium. Artist Natasha Barr will teach you about colour, tone, texture and form, fostering self-confidence and enjoyment of painting in oil through a variety of compositions.

INTRODUCTION TO

DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY

MUSEUM MUSEUM AT AT THE THE MILL MILL

Fri 19 Jan: 6 weeks // 10am-12pm £50 & £45 (conc.) // Over 16s

Mon 5 Feb: 6 weeks // 2-4pm £60 & £54 (conc.) // Over 16s

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Join Carrie Davenport, from Shoot Positive, to improve your digital camera skills. She will teach you how to set up your camera using different modes and menus as well as how to share and store images and take great portraits and landscapes. Perfect for anyone new to digital photography or who wants to get more out of their camera.

STACKING RINGS JEWELLERY WORKSHOP Sat 10 Feb // 10am-4pm // £40 & £36 (conc.) // Over 16s

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Create a pair of silver stacking rings set with semi-precious stones with expert Diane Lyness. Each participant will be taught traditional jewellery making techniques, such as piercing, soldering, rolling, annealing and polishing, enabling you to design and make a beautiful piece of jewellery. No previous experience is required and all you need is an apron and bundles of enthusiasm.

AN INTRODUCTION TO

PRINTMAKING

Sat 24 Feb // 11am-4pm // £35 & £31.50 (conc.) // Over 16s

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This workshop covers monoprint, drypoint and chine-colle, using professional quality linseed inks and handmade papers. With Helen Lavery, explore various methods of drawing, painting on, and printing from, the metal plate. Create multiple prints to give away as presents for friends and family. Please wear old clothes or an apron.

LEARN HOW TO ILLUSTRATE LIKE QUENTIN BLAKE

Sat 24 Feb // 2-4pm // £10 // Over 7s

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Learn to draw one of illustrator Quentin Blake's most famous characters from the author Roald Dahl's much loved story 'The BFG'.

Kim Montgomery will show you how to draw with pen and add paint washes to recreate Blake's celebrated drawing style in black and white. Dress for mess!

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A BEGINNERS SCREEN PRINTING WORKSHOP Thur 8 Mar, Thur 22 Mar, Thur 5 Apr or Thur 19 Apr 10am-1pm // £35 & £31.50 (conc.) // Over 16s

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Led by René Mullin this workshop will guide you through the basic steps of screen printing. You will learn how to cut a template, ink a screen and pull a print. All participants will leave with one paper print and one Irish linen hand printed tea towel. All materials provided. This workshop will run alongside René’s exhibition in the Flax Gallery.

CREATING WORLDS Thur 8 Mar: 6 weeks // 2-4pm £65 & £58.50 (conc.) // Over 16s

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Create planet earth and other planets in the solar system using a unique mix of hand-embroidery, beading and needle felting techniques.

Emma Whitehead will teach you placement, design, technique and the ability to take your skills forward. Emma’s exhibition ‘Earth and Beyond’ will run alongside this course. A knowledge of basic hand sewing technique is essential. All materials will be provided.

EGYPTIAN MUMMY MASKS Sat 10 Mar // 2-4pm // £10 // Over 4s

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Let your little ones be inspired by the patterns, colour and beauty of Ancient Egyptian mummy masks. Kim Montgomery will show them how to draw linear details and paint their own masks using metallic and acrylic paint. Dress for mess!

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INTERMEDIATE DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY Mon 19 Mar: 6 weeks // 2-4pm // £60 & £54 (conc.) // Over 16s

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Aimed at those with some experience of their digital camera and wanting to get more out of it. Carrie Davenport will teach you about shooting in manual modes, long exposures and night time photography, as well as getting better portraits and improving your photography skills as a whole. Perfect for anyone with a DSLR camera. A tripod is useful though not essential.

PAPERWORK BIRDS & BUTTERFLIES Sat 31 Mar // 10am - 1pm or 2-5pm Adults £20 & Kids £14 // Families (Adults and 8 years+)

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You will learn all the techniques needed to create your very own birds and butterflies framed paper artwork using recycled maps, flyers and magazines. With artist Emma Whitehead, use collage techniques, make paper beads and frame your masterpiece in a bespoke display mount; perfect as a special gift or just for yourself. All materials supplied.

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REMBRANDT CHARCOAL PORTRAITS

Kim Montgomery will show you how to construct a portrait like master artist, Rembrandt Van Rijn (1606-1669). Develop drawing and shading techniques using charcoal. Dress for mess!

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CREATE A TIFFANY GLASS PHOTO FRAME

MUSEUM MUSEUM AT AT THE THE MILL MILL

Sat 7 Apr // 2-4pm // £10 // Over 7s

Sat 14 Apr // 10am-4pm // £35 & £31.50 (conc.) // Over 18s

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Create your own photograph frame using the Tiffany glass technique in lovely opaque art glass. Learn the skills required from qualified teacher and craftsman, Irene McBride of Discovery Glass. Reasonable dexterity required. Please do not wear open shoes/sandals and bring an apron or overall.

SILVER BRACELET MAKING Sat 12 May // 10am-4pm // £40 & £36 (conc.) // Over 16s

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Create a silver linked bracelet with expert Diane Lyness. Each participant will be taught traditional jewellery making techniques such as piercing, soldering, rolling, annealing and polishing. Diane will work alongside you as you design and make a beautiful piece of jewellery.

No previous experience required. All you need is an apron and bundles of enthusiasm.

CLAY PORTRAITS Sat 19 May // 2-4pm // £10 // 4-11 years

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In this fun workshop Amanda Montgomery will show participants how to create clay portraits of themselves, friends, family or someone imaginary! They will be taught to roll, pinch and attach clay creating wonderful likenesses. These can be taken home to allow to dry and then painted. Come dressed for mess!

CREATE A TIFFANY GLASS SUNCATCHER Sat 2 Jun // 10am-4pm // £35 & £31.50 (conc.) // Over 18s

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Create your own beautiful butterfly suncatcher in lovely translucent art glass using the Tiffany Glass technique. Learn the skills required from qualified teacher and craftsman, Irene McBride of Discovery Glass. Reasonable dexterity required. Please do not wear open shoes/ sandals and bring an apron or overall.

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BALLYEARL BALLYEARL

BALLYEARL FOR BOOKINGS: Enrolment will open on Sat 26 August, 10am.

Classes can be booked in person at the Box Office, Theatre at The Mill or online theatreatthemill.com

PATCHWORK, APPLIQUE AND SOFT FURNISHINGS BEGINNERS COURSE Mon 8 Jan: 10 weeks & Mon 16 Apr: 10 weeks 5.15-7.15pm // £50 (£45 conc.) per term // Over 16s

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This class from Valerie Johnston offers you an introduction to soft furnishings and patchwork in a friendly atmosphere for beginners, learning the basics to help you create something for your home. It is necessary that you bring your own sewing machine and fabric; the tutor will contact you before the class to discuss your options.

TAPESTRY, EMBROIDERY AND CROCHET Mon 8 Jan: 10 weeks & Mon 16 Apr: 10 weeks 2-4pm // £50 (£45 conc.) per term // Over 16s

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This class with Dorothy Kerr welcomes both the experiences and beginner. Traditional and creative crafts are covered throughout course including tapestry, embroidery and crochet.

SOFT FURNISHINGS Mon 8 Jan: 10 weeks & Mon 16 Apr: 10 weeks 7.30-9.30pm // £50 (£45 conc.) per term // Over 16s

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These classes by from Valerie Johnston will offer you a step by step guide to making your own soft furnishings. These can include curtains, bedding, cushions and loose covers. It is necessary that you bring your own sewing machine and fabric; the tutor will have samples of work and will provide help with various projects.

BOBBIN AND LACE Tue 9 Jan: 10 weeks & Tues 17 Apr: 10 weeks 7.30-9.30pm // £50 (£45 conc.) per term // Over 16s

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Bobbin lace making is a craft which dates back centuries. This course with Unagh McCullough will provide detailed tuition in the basics of bobbin lace making. For the more experienced lace maker, there will be opportunity to try out advanced techniques including design. For beginners a kit can be purchased from the tutor.

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SUGARCRAFT

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In this course wiuth Shirley Kernoghan, you will be introduced to cake decoration using marzipan and icing along with basic piping skills.

Suitable for both beginners and intermediate levels.

BALLYEARL BALLYEARL

Tue 9 Jan: 10 weeks // 7.30-9.30pm £50 (£45 conc.) per term // Over 16s

SCRAPBOOKING Wed 10 Jan: 10 weeks & Wed 18 Apr: 10 weeks // 1.30-3.30pm Wed 10 Jan: 10 weeks & Wed 18 Apr: 10 weeks // 7-9pm Thur 11 Jan: 10 weeks & Thur 19 Apr: 10 weeks // 1.30-3.30pm £50 (£45 conc.) per term // Over 16s

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Scrapbooking with Jacqui Milliken, is a creative way of displaying cherished photograph and enhancing them with colour, fibres, journaling keepsakes, ribbon, buttons and much more. Scrapbooking captures a moment in time telling the story of a photograph and keeping memories alive with creativity and imagination.

BEAD MAKING AND CROCHET Wed 10 Jan: 10 weeks & Wed 18 Apr: 10 weeks 7.30-9.30pm // £50 (£45 conc.) per term // Over 16s

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Make your own piece of jewellery using a range of beads and thread, with Jacqui Milliken. Sample pieces will be available so that you can choose the method you want to use. All materials can be purchased from the tutor and the only equipment necessary is a small pair of sharp scissors.

FOR BOOKINGS: Theatre at The Mill T. 028 9034 0202 or online theatreatthemill.com

BOOGIE BABIES Fri 5 Jan, Fri 9 Feb, Fri 9 Mar, Fri 6 Apr & Fri 4 May 9.30-10.30am // £3 per child // Babies & Toddlers

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BALLYCLARE TOWN HALL

Caitlin O’Neill leads this popular monthly sensory experience for babies and toddlers complete with music, puppets, parachutes and props! Limited spaces - advance booking advised. Some ‘pay at the door’ tickets will be available on the day.

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BALLYCLARE TOWN HALL

BEGINNERS PHOTOGRAPHY Sat 3 Feb // 10am-4pm // £35 (£31.50 conc.) // Over 16s

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Got a new camera for Christmas? Come along and find out the basics of how to use it in our practical one day workshop with tutor Carrie Davenport! Learn the basics on setting your camera and getting to grips with the menus and modes. Build up to framing and composition.

Improve your skills to create great photos. Please bring a packed lunch and your camera. Advance booking required.

VARIETY DANCE Tue 13 Feb: 6 weeks // 7.30-8.30pm £30 (£27 conc.) // Over 16s

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This is a real variety experience for dancers of all abilities! A fun and lively course - try a different style of dance each week including Cha Cha, Rumba, Salsa, Jive, Quickstep and Waltz. Ideal for beginners or those looking to just continue with their dancing! Advance booking required.

BASIC WEDDING & COUPLE DANCING Thur 22 Feb: 5 weeks // 7.30-9pm £25 (£22.50 conc.) // Over 16s

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Learn to dance the Viennese Waltz with your partner for your wedding day or any other occasion! Tutor Joanna Pusz will guide couples through this quick, rotating dance, much faster-paced than the classic slow Waltz. No previous dancing experience necessary! This is a small group class of up to 7 couples. Advance booking required.

INTERMEDIATE DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY Mon 26 Feb: 5 weeks // 7-9pm // £50 (£45 conc.) // Over 16s

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Aimed at those with a bit more photography experience or those who have a camera with full manual shooting mode, eg. DSLR, and want to improve their skills and technical abilities. Tutor Carrie Davenport will explore shooting in RAW, working with shutter speed, aperture, using your camera in manual mode and editing images. Advance booking required.

EASTER FLOWER ARRANGING Thur 29 Mar // 10am-2pm // £45 (£40.50 conc.) // Over 16s

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Enjoy a practical workshop with tutor Ross McGookin learning to make an Easter floral arrangement for your home or as a gift. Materials included. Participants should bring a packed lunch. Advance booking required.

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BRIGHT STARS CRAFT & DRAMA

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Children work together to create props and displays then put on a short drama performance for parents & carers returning to watch. Activities include drama games, script reading, craft, singing and performing.

Tutor Emma Hanna will lead a fun afternoon with confidence building activities! (Children will be painting so should wear suitable clothing that can get messy). Advance booking required.

TALETIME SPRING CREATIVE WRITING Thur 5 Apr // 10am-2pm // £12 per child // 8-12 years

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Using games, drama and storytelling techniques, tutor Vicky McFarland will cover character, setting, plotting and guide young writers through writing their original first draft stories. Please bring a packed lunch. Advance booking required.

BALLYCLARE BALLYCLARE TOWN TOWN HALL HALL

Sat 31 Mar // 1-4.30pm // £15 per child // 6-11 years

BEGINNERS RECREATIONAL ART Thur 12 Apr: 3 weeks // 10am-12pm £35 (£31.50 conc.) // Over 16s

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Looking for a fun and relaxed art class for complete beginners? Enjoy learning to draw and paint in the class while you have a natter with new friends! This class is aimed at those who wish to try sketching and painting for the first time and also those who wish to develop their skills. Advance booking required.

SPRING FLOWER ARRANGING Sat 28 Apr // 1-5pm // £45 (£40.50 conc.) // Over 16s Spend a relaxing Spring afternoon making a seasonal floral arrangement with tutor Ross McGookin. Materials included.

Advance booking required.

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SALSA FOR SUMMER! Tue 22 May: 6 weeks // 7.30-8.30pm £30 (£27 conc.) // Over 16s

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Get ready for the holiday season with our fun Salsa course! Tutor Victoria Barkley returns to take our highly popular Salsa course at Ballyclare Town Hall. Ideal for beginners and those with experience.

Come along by yourself, with a partner, a friend or as a group!

Advance booking required.

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YOUR COUNCILLORS KEY ABBREVIATIONS DUP Democratic Unionist Party SDLP Social Democratic

and Labour Party

Dunsilly

Ballyclare

Antrim Threemilewater

UUP Ulster Unionist Party TUV Traditional Unionist Voice

Airport

Macedon Glengormley Urban

Airport District Electoral Area (DEA) covers Aldergrove, Clady, Crumlin, Mallusk and Templepatrick and consists of 5 members.

THOMAS BURNS SDLP T. 07803 535094 E. thomas.burns@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

ANNEMARIE LOGUE SINN FEIN T. 07533 353610 E. annemarie.logue@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

MATTHEW MAGILL DUP T. 07825 374019 E. matthew.magill@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

PAUL MICHAEL UUP T. 07587 657120 E. paul.michael@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

MERVYN REA mbe UUP T. 07860 590614 E. mervyn.rea@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

Antrim District Electoral Area (DEA) covers Antrim Centre, Fountain Hill, Greystone, Springfarm, Steeple and Stiles and consists of 6 members.

NIGEL KELLS DUP T. 07825 418774 E. nigel.kells@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

NEIL KELLY ALLIANCE T. 07545 992615 E. neil.kelly@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

ROISIN LYNCH SDLP T. 07827 276840 E. roisin.lynch@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

JIM MONTGOMERY UUP T. 07471 147666 E. jim.montgomery@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

DREW RITCHIE UUP T. 07713 864953 E. drew.ritchie@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

JOHN SMYTH DUP T. 07436 582180 E. john.smyth@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

Ballyclare District Electoral Area (DEA) covers Ballyclare East, Ballyclare West, Ballynure, Ballyrobert and Doagh and consists of 5 members.

DEPUTY MAYOR

DAVID ARTHURS UUP T. 07925 740395 E. david.arthurs@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

JIM BINGHAM UUP T. 07789 208142 E. jim.bingham@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

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MANDY GIRVAN DUP T. 07912 028945 E. mandy.girvan@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

TIM GIRVAN DUP T. 07895 208006 E. tim.girvan@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

VERA MCWILLIAM UUP T. 07792 477050 E. vera.mcwilliam@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

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Dunsilly District Electoral Area (DEA) covers Cranfield, Parkgate, Randalstown, Shilvodan and Toome and consists of 5 members.

LINDA CLARKE DUP T. 07803 132601 E. linda.clarke@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

HENRY CUSHINAN SINN FEIN T. 07871 229810 E. henry.cushinan@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

BRIAN DUFFIN SDLP T. 07909 605144 E. brian.duffin@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

JORDAN GREER DUP T. 07738 263167 E. jordan.greer@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

RODERICK SWANN UUP T. 07423 457376 E. roderick.swann@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

Glengormley Urban Electoral Area (DEA) covers Ballyhenry, Burnthill, Carnmoney, Collinbridge, Glebe, Glengormley and Hightown and consists of 7 members.

AUDREY BALL DUP T. 07749 083538 E. audrey.ball@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

JOHN BLAIR ALLIANCE T. 07788 871189 E. john.blair@ antrim andnewtown abbey.gov.uk

PHILLIP BRETT DUP T. 07971 538685 E. phillip.brett@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

MARK COSGROVE UUP T. 07740 063726 E. mark.cosgrove@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

MICHAEL GOODMAN SINN FEIN T. 07827 818500 E. michael.goodman @antrimandnew townabbey.gov.uk

MICHAEL MAGUIRE UUP T. 07827 936498 E. michael.maguire @antrimandnew townabbey.gov.uk

NOREEN MCCLELLAND SDLP T. 07789 208157 E noreen.mcclelland @antrimandnew townabbey.gov.uk

Macedon District Electoral Area (DEA) covers Abbey, Carnmoney Hill, O’Neill, Rathcoole, Valley and Whitehouse and consists of 6 members.

MAYOR

BILLY DECOURCY DUP T. 07789 208144 E. william.decourcy@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

PAUL HAMILL DUP T. 07803 186008 E. paul.hamill@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

THOMAS HOGG mbe DUP T. 07792 891572 E. thomas.hogg@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

DAVID HOLLIS TUV T. 07475 033363 E. david.hollis@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

JOHN SCOTT DUP T. 07803 598637 E. john.scott@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

W.J. WEBB mbe jp ALLIANCE T. 07799 866876 E billy.webb@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

Threemilewater District Electoral Area (DEA) covers Ballyduff, Fairview, Jordanstown, Monkstown, Mossley and Rostulla and consists of 6 members.

FRASER AGNEW mbe UUP T. 07711 135267 E. fraser.agnew@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

WILLIAM BALL DUP T. 07917 543674 E. william.ball@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

PAMELA BARR DUP T. 07974 826165 E. pamela.barr@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

TOM CAMPBELL ALLIANCE T. 07595 978690 E. tom.campbell@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

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STEPHEN McCARTHY UUP T. 07525 751293 E stephen.mccarthy@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

STEPHEN ROSS DUP T. 07713 946038 E stephen.ross@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

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DO YOU THINK WE COULD DO BETTER? We are currently in the process of developing our new Corporate Improvement Plan for 2018/19. This is a result of legislation that states Council must make arrangements to ensure continuous improvement in how they operate.

If you have any suggestions on how Council can improve its performance please T. 028 9034 0088 or E. james.porter@antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk

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You can find out more about the Council’s performance by visiting antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/performance

USEFUL NUMBERS

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PLEASE NOTE - The Council is NOT responsible for these services. We've listed some useful contacts to help you.

Animal Welfare

028 2563 3134

Bryson Energy

0800 142 2865

Bus and Rail queries (Translink)

028 9066 6630

Citizens Advice (Antrim & Newtownabbey) 028 9590 6505 Education Authority

028 2565 3333

Electricity Faults & Emergencies (24 hours) Gas Emergency Response (24 hours)

03457 643 643

Hospitals Antrim Area Hospital Whiteabbey Hospital Housing Executive Main Number (including grass cutting & graffiti) Repairs Line Housing Benefit

DISABLED PERSON'S ALLOWANCE (DPA) Did you know that where a property has been suitably adapted or has additional features to accommodate a disabled person's special needs, you might be entitled to 25% discount on your rates? To apply, you don't need to provide information about your income and savings.

0800 002 001 028 9442 4000 028 9086 5181 03448 920 900 03448 920 901 03448 920 902

Land Registry

0300 200 7803

Mapping (Land & Property Services)

0300 200 7804

Northern Health & Social Care Trust

028 9442 4000

Pest Control (Consult your phone directory) Rates (Property Rating & Valuation)

0300 200 7801

TransportNI (previously Roads Service) Bus shelter vandalism/graffiti Cut roadside trees and grass verges Fallen trees Flooding roadway, footpath and blocked road gullies (24 hours) Road repairs Street lighting Traffic Hotline Winter salting (24 hours)

0300 200 7893 0300 200 7899 0845 712 3321 0300 200 7893

Social Security Agency Antrim and Newtownabbey Offices: Benefits Freephone Employment Service

0800 022 4250 0300 200 7822

• an extra bathroom (including extra toilets and an ensuite)

Telephone/Utility Boxes (BT fault)

0800 023 2023

Voting (Electoral Office)

0800 432 0712

• floor space to use a wheelchair easily

Water (NI Water)

03457 440088

How to apply To apply, the person who pays rates on the property must complete an application form which can be found at www.nidirect.gov.uk/disabled-persons-allowance

Flooding Incident Line (24 hours) 0300 200 0100 Report your property is flooded or flooding Flooding - Council owned property 028 9446 3113

Criteria for adaptations The property must be adapted to meet the needs of a person with a disability who lives in your home. Types of adaptations that qualify are: • a room, other than a kitchen, bathroom or toilet, which is wholly used by the person with a disability for treatment or therapy • an extra kitchen for the person with a disability • an extra toilet for the person with a disability (including an ensuite)

Or you can also T. 0300 200 7801 Text relay. 18001 0300 200 7801 E. applicationbased.raterelief@ finance-ni.gov.uk or write to Land & Property Services.

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028 9046 3250 028 9054 0540 0300 200 7891 028 9025 3000

Burst watermains and blocked sewers 0345 744 0088 (Northern Ireland Water) (24 hours) Overflowing rivers and watercourses 028 9260 6100 (Rivers Agency) Water pollution in watercourse 0800 807 060 (Northern Ireland Environment Agency)

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CIVIC CENTRES Antrim Newtownabbey

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LEISURE CENTRES Allen Park Antrim Forum Ballyearl Crumlin Sixmile Valley

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THEATRES Courtyard Theatre Old Courthouse Theatre Theatre at The Mill

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FACILITIES Antrim Castle Gardens & Clotworthy House Ballyclare Town Hall Flax Gallery & Museum at The Mill Pogues Entry Sentry Hill Whitehouse

BULKY COLLECTIONS Bulky collections can now be booked through the Council website.

Please check the website for the items and quantities of waste that we can lift, otherwise we may have to charge you for the removal of the bulky items.

T. 028 9034 0056 or antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/ bulkywaste

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RECYCLING CENTRES

Opening times for recycling centres are available at antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/recycling Craigmore (Randalstown) Crumlin Newpark (Antrim) Bruslee O’Neill Road

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BIN COLLECTIONS

Check your bin collection day at antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/binchecker Please remember to leave your bin out for 7am on collection day at normal collection points.

028 9034 0056 E. iwaste@antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk

COMMUNITY CENTRES

Contact details for community centres are available at antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk

PARK WARDENS

To report an incident in a park

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