Arts Culture
& Leisure April to August 2015
Events Wednesday 25 March 6.45pm Mossley Mill
Newtownabbey Sports Awards
A celebration of all things good about sport where the best of local talent will be showcased at this gala evening. There are nine categories including adult sports person of the year, sports person of the year with a disability and junior team. One highlight of the night is the annual inductee to the Hall of Fame; they will join legends such as Willie John McBride, Paddy Hopkirk and Kyle McCallan. Cost Dinner Ticket £30/Spectator £5 T 028 9034 0061
Tuesday 31 March 1.30pm-4pm Playzone, Valley Leisure Centre
Playzone Easter Party
Why not join in the fun at the Playzone Easter Party? Activities include arts and crafts, animal farm, bouncy castle, face painting, climbing wall and of course a session in Playzone! There will also be a special visit from the Easter bunny to deliver some Easter treats! Booking essential. Cost £5 per child T 028 9086 1211 E ashleigh.doherty@antrimand newtownabbey.gov.uk
Monday 6 April (sessions start from 11am on the hour/last session 3pm) Sentry Hill Historic House
Easter at Sentry Hill
Easter arts and crafts including a spring treasure hunt and egg painting. Adult £5.50/Child £3.60/Family £14.60 (includes house tour, crafts and light refreshments). Booking essential.
Tuesday 7-Thursday 9 April Antrim Forum
Easter Inferno
An exciting physical activity programme for boys and girls aged 4-11 years. Activities include Martial Arts, Street Jam, Multi-Sports, Boot Camp and Aqua Fest. Cost £25 for all three days T 028 9446 3113 E active@antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk
Wednesday 8-Thursday 10 April 10am-1pm Valley Leisure Centre
IFA Easter Holiday Camp
A fun based football camp for boys and girls aged 5-13. Suitable for all abilities and run by fully qualified IFA coaches. Cost £20 per child T 028 9086 1211 Register at www.irishfaholidaycamps.com
Friday 17 April 4pm for 6 weeks Valley Leisure Centre
Sprocket Rocket Programme
A fun introduction to fundamental cycling skills. Sprocket Rocket is suitable for 5-11 years olds. Cost £3 per session T 028 9034 0065 E dean.holmes@antrimand newtownabbey.gov.uk
Monday 4 May
Belfast City Marathon
Saturday 8 August 9.30am Civic Linear Park, V36
The annual deep river rock Belfast marathon will again visit the Borough with over 12,000 runners pounding the streets in what is one of Europe’s largest and well established marathon events. www.belfastcitymarathon.com
Valley parkrun 1st Birthday
Friday 12 June 7.30pm Antrim Stadium
Friday 14 & Saturday 15 August Magowan Park, Mallusk
Active Antrim 5 mile Road Race Put your running shoes on and join us for a 5 mile road race, around some of Antrim’s scenic countryside. Starting and finishing at Antrim Stadium, the event caters for recreational and competitive runners and also features a one mile children’s fun run. T 028 9446 3113 E active@antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk Register at www.athleticsni.org/Fixtures
Saturday 13 June 10am Valley Leisure Centre
Zest Soccer 5 A-Side Competition
As the football season comes to an end, why not finish on a high by entering a team of 7 (5 players and 2 reserves) in the Zest Soccer tournament with a chance to win some top prizes? Closing date for entries and payment, 5 June. Spaces limited, minimum age 16. Cost £35 per team to be paid at time of registration. T 028 9034 0021 E ashleigh.doherty@antrimand newtownabbey.gov.uk
Saturday 13 June 12noon-3pm Museum at The Mill
Family Activity Day
A range of indoor and outdoor activities exploring the Mossley Mill site including pond dipping, mini-beast hunts and a woodland treasure hunt. Free of charge. This is a drop-in event.
Saturday 13-Sunday 21 June Events TBC
Bike Week
A celebration of all things cycling and the opportunity to dust off the bike and get back in the saddle. T 028 9034 0021 E ashleigh.doherty@antrimand newtownabbey.gov.uk
Saturday 27 June 12noon-4pm Sentry Hill Historic House
10th Anniversary Celebration
Celebrate Sentry Hill’s 10th anniversary with a family day to remember. Join us for afternoon tea, arts and crafts, garden games and much more. Free of charge. Booking required.
Saturday 25 July 9.45am Meeting at Antrim Castle Gardens
Explore the Belfast Hills
Join us for a 5 mile guided walk with breathtaking views across Belfast City and beyond. Booking is essential. Cost £4/£3 concession. T 028 9446 3113 E active@antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk
Join in the fun at the Valley parkrun’s first birthday! This free of charge family event will have bouncy castles, face painting, BBQ and also fancy dress! Cost Free T 028 9086 1211
Ophir Sevens
The real start to the rugby season, this annual event attracts teams from all over the Province. With a bouncy castle and face painter to keep younger fans entertained, this is a real family event. You might even spot a few Ulster superstars in the crowd! Register T 028 9034 0065 E dean.holmes@antrimand newtownabbey.gov.uk
Saturday 15 August 12noon-3pm Sentry Hill Historic House
Meet the Gardeners
Meet the community gardeners and find out how they use the Sentry Hill plots and see what you can learn from them for your own allotment or garden. Free of charge. This is a drop-in event.
From September Wednesdays 4pm-5.15pm Valley Leisure Centre
Wildcats
Introducing fundamental skills and a positive attitude towards physical activity, this programme teaches children aged 3-9 agility, balance, co-ordination and teamwork through fun games and activities. Led by qualified coaches. Cost £2.50 per child.
Sunday 6 September Valley Leisure Centre
Stenaline Triathlon
This Triathlon Ireland ratified event is a sprint triathlon attracting competitors from all over the Ireland. Consisting of a 750m swim, a 20km bike ride and a 5km run, this is a great event for the first timer right up to the elite competitor. Cost £38.50 Register at www.triathlonireland.com
Saturday 12 September 9.45am Meeting at Antrim Castle Gardens
Stride Out to Shane’s Walk
Join us on an 8-mile walk through the attractive and peaceful surroundings of Shane’s Castle Estate. Booking essential. Cost £4/£3 concession T 028 9446 3113 E active@antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk
September (dates TBC) Ballyclare RFC
Mini Rugby Festival
Festival of rugby hosted by Ballyclare Rugby Club this spectacular event attracts hundreds of local rugby players to the Cloughan for what is always a great day. With a play event taking part at the same time with BBQ this really is the event for the whole family. T 028 9034 0065 E dean.holmes@antrimand newtownabbey.gov.uk
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Summer Activities Monday 6-Friday 10 July 10am-1pm or 2pm-5pm Museum at The Mill
Monday 20 July-Friday 21 August 10am-4pm ballyearl Leisure Centre
Tuesday 11 & Wednesday 12 August 10am-4pm Mossley Mill
For 8-12 years. Join Ulster Wildlife for an ecoadventure and explore the amazing world on our doorstep. Pond dipping, bug hunts, exploring the woodland-get summer off to a great start. Please bring outdoor clothes, sun cream, a hat and snack. Cost £10.
With the schools finishing for the summer holidays, the leisure centre summer schemes is a great way to keep kids age 8-14 occupied whilst having fun. The scheme offers a range of sport activities such as badminton, short tennis, basketball, unihoc, football, tag rugby, Gaelic games and dodge ball, as well as arts, crafts and other activities. Registration opens Tuesday 5 May.
For 10 -16 year olds this fun fishing programme teaches all aspects of fly fishing and the sport in general. Including knot tying, water safety, fish life cycles, biodiversity and of course catching and landing fish, this course gives all who attend the knowledge to fish safely and effectively at the superb Mossley Mill fishery. Cost £30 T 028 9034 0065 E dean.holmes@antrimand newtownabbey.gov.uk
Eco Summer Scheme
Monday 6-Friday 10 July 10am-12pm Foundry lane, Ballyclare
Foundry Lane Multisports Week A fun based multisport camp for boys and girls age 5-13 of all abilities. Run by qualified coaches, sports include cricket, rugby, football, hockey and fundamental movements. Booking can be made at Sixmile Leisure Centre. Cost £20 T 028 9034 0065 E dean.holmes@antrimand newtownabbey.gov.uk
Monday 6-Friday 10 July 10am-1pm mossley Monday 13-Friday 17 July 10am-1pm antrim Monday 20-Friday 24 July 10am-1pm ballyclare Monday 3-Friday 7 August 10am-1pm belfast high school Monday 10-14 August 10am-1pm valley park
IFA Summer Holiday Camp
A fun based football camp for boys and girls age 5-13 of all abilities, either playing the sport for the first time or developing your football skills this is the course for you. Run by fully qualified IFA coaches. Contact Steven Livingstone T 078 9461 4306 E slivingstone@irishfa.com Booking at www.irishfaholidaycamps.com
Monday 20-Friday 24 July 10am-1pm Antrim Castle Gardens
Summer Culture Club
For 8-12 year olds. Make this summer one to remember and join our Culture Club programme! Activities include hip hop dancing, drama, magic, art, music, nature walks and much more. Come along in comfortable clothing, bring some snacks and you are good to go! Cost £35. T 028 9448 1338
Monday 20 July-Friday 21 August 10.30am-3.30pm Sixmile Leisure Centre Valley Leisure Centre
Summer Schemes
With the schools finishing for the summer holidays, the leisure centre summer schemes is a great way to keep kids age 8-14 occupied whilst having fun. The scheme offers a range of sport activities such as badminton, short tennis, basketball, unihoc, football, tag rugby, Gaelic games and dodge ball, as well as arts, crafts and other activities. Registration opens Tuesday 5 May. Sixmile T 028 9334 1818 Valley T 028 9086 1211
Summer Scheme
Ballyearl T 028 9084 8287
Monday 20 July-Friday 21 August 10am-4pm for 5 weeks Various Locations
Fishing School
Rural Summer Schemes
Monday 17-Friday 21 August 10am-12noon antrim castle gardens
Monday 20 July-Friday 21 August 10am-4pm for 5 weeks The Pavilion at Lilian Bland Community Park
Looking for something exciting to keep children entertained this summer? Try this fun filled week of activities all outdoors to explore and discovery trees, mini-beasts, river life and much more. All activities are free and children must be accompanied by an adult. Free of charge. T 028 9446 3113 E ruth.wilson@antrimand newtownabbey.gov.uk
Held in 4 rural locations this is the highlight of many children’s summer. For 8-14 year olds and for all abilities this all inclusive programme includes arts and crafts, sport, games, trips and much more! T 028 9034 0061
Glengormley Arts & Crafts Summer Scheme
With the schools finishing for the summer holidays, the arts and crafts summer schemeis a great way to keep kids aged 8-14 occupied whilst having fun. T 028 9034 0037
1: Tuesday 28-Thursday 30 July 2: Tuesday 4-Thursday 6 August 3: Tuesday 11-Thursday 13 August Kidz (4-7 years) 9.30am-12pm or 1pm-3.30pm Challengers (8-14 years) 1pm-3.30pm Antrim Forum
Summer Inferno
An exciting 3 week physical activity programme for children including athletics, dance, orienteering, archery and lots more activities. Booking essential. Cost £25 for all 3 days or £70 for all three weeks. Registration opens Monday 22 June. T 028 9446 3113 E active@antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk
Biodiversity Summer School
Monday 17-Friday 21 August 10am-12pm Foundry lane, Ballyclare
Foundry Lane Hockey Week
A fun based hockey camp for boys and girls age 8-13 of all abilities, either playing the sport for the first time or developing your hockey skills this is the course for you. Run by fully qualified Irish Hockey coaches, booking can be made at Sixmile Leisure Centre. Cost £20 T 028 9034 0065 E dean.holmes@antrimand newtownabbey.gov.uk
Monday 24 August-Friday 28 August 10am-1pm Sentry Hill
Eco-Summer Schemes
For 8-12 years. Join Ulster Wildlife for an eco-adventure and explore the amazing world on our doorstep. Get summer off to a great start. Please bring outdoor clothes, sun cream, a hat and snack. Cost £10.
Monday 10 August-Friday 14 August 10am-1pm Sentry Hill Historic House
Summer Photography Course
For 13-16 years. Got a camera and want to get the best out of it? Join Carrie Davenporte to learn a new creative skill! Over the week we’ll look at different types of photography including landscapes, macro photography and portraits. We’ll set up fun photography projects for each day and show you how to edit your images. Please bring a digital camera or iphone. Cost £20.
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Classes, Courses & Workshops Monday 23 March 10am-12noon Ballyearl Arts
Patchwork & Applique*
The Jungle Book Kids Workshop
12 week course with Ann Scott Cost £50.40/£40.50 concession
Monday 23 March 2-4pm Ballyearl Arts
Tapestry, Embroidery & Crochet* 5 week course with Dorothy Kerr Cost £21/£17
Tuesday 24 March 1.30-3.30pm Ballyearl Arts
Patchwork & Applique* 12 week course with Ann Scott Cost £50.40/£40.50 concession
Tuesday 24 March 7.30-9.30pm Ballyearl Arts
Bobbin Lace & Crochet*
9 week course with Unagh McCullough Cost £37.80/£30.60 concession
Wednesday 25 March 1.30-3.30pm Ballyearl Arts
Scrapbooking*
12 week course with Jacqui Milliken Cost £50.40/£40.50 concession
Wednesday 25 March 7-9pm Ballyearl Arts
For 5-10 year olds. A week long musical theatre workshop directed by professionals from the West-End and the Guildford School of Acting. Cost £120 (includes 6 free tickets for the performance).
Saturday 11 April 10am-2pm Antrim Castle Gardens
How to Design Your Own Garden You will be introduced to all the key design considerations-choosing a layout and style to suit the site, making appropriate choices of hard surfaces and plants, achieving colour harmony and contrast, creating screening and utility areas, and suitable levels of maintenance. From analysing illustrations of a wide range of existing gardens, you’ll appreciate how important it is to get everything in balance and proportion to complete your outdoor pleasure zone. Cost £10.
Monday 13 April 10.15am-12.15pm for 10 weeks Museum at The Mill
General Art
Scrapbooking*
12 week course with Jacqui Milliken Cost £50.40/£40.50 concession
Wednesday 25 March 7.30-9.30pm Ballyearl Arts
Beadmaking and Crochet
Monday 6-Friday 10 April 10am-4.30pm the courtyard theatre
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9 week course with Unagh McCullough Cost £7.800/£30.60 concession
Thursday 26 March 10am-12noon Ballyearl Arts
For 16 years and over. This course, led by artist 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. Cost £42.50.
Tuesday 14 April 7.30-9.30pm Ballyearl Arts
Sugarcraft
Patchwork and Applique*
6 week course with Shirley Kernohan £25
Thursday 26 March 7.30-9.30pm Ballyearl Arts
A Homemade Summer
12 week course with Ann Scott Cost £50.40/£40.50 concession
Patchwork and Applique* 12 week course with Ann Scott Cost £50.40/£40.50 concession
Thursday 26 March 7-9pm Ballyearl Arts
Scrapbooking*
12 week course with Jacqui Milliken Cost £50.40/£40.50 concession
Saturday 4 April 11am-1pm or 2-4pm Museum at The Mill
Easter Bunny Jars
Salvage NI for Kids (7-10 years) Use old jam jars to make a funky bunny jar, perfect for storing mini Easter Eggs. Cost £10
Tuesday 14 April 7pm-9pm for 8 weeks CLOTWORTHY HOUSE Get yourself summer ready with this fabrics based course. Make some bunting and a table cloth. This course requires a sewing machine. Cost £60
Wednesday 15 April 10am-12noon or 2-4pm for 10 weeks Museum at The Mill
Painting Using Water Based Media
For 16 years and over. This course, led by artist 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. Cost £42.50.
Wednesday 15 April 7.30pm-9.30pm for 8 weeks Museum at The Mill
Card Making
For 16 years and over. This course, led by Rhonda McKeown, will show you a range of techniques to make your own cards-heat embossing, stamping, glass painting, paper pricking and tag cards. You will be able to make up to two cards per night. A weekly materials cost of £5 is payable on the night. Cost £34. *
For enrolment please go to Ballyearl Arts in person, see Contacts section for details.
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Thursday 16 April 10am-12noon for 6 weeks Museum at The Mill
Creative Painting from Sketches and Photographs
For 16 years and over. Through this course, with artist Belinda Larmour, you will explore the creative process of painting. From finding subjects to paint, through the use of your sketchbook and photographs to record information and to spark ideas about the sort of painting you want to produce, and then doing it! Please bring photos taken by yourself, a small sketchbook and pencil, paints and brushes (any medium), a large surface for painting. Cost £42.
Thursday 16 April 7-9pm for 6 weeks Antrim Castle Gardens
Botanical Drawing and Stamp Design
Using the beautiful surroundings of Antrim Castle Gardens as your inspiration, join Sinead Lavery from Nead Design as she leads you through a six week course in botanical drawing and stamp design. Turn your botanical drawings into motifs to make into stamps for transfer on to materials or into lino cut prints. Cost £40.
Friday 17 April-19th June 3.30-4.30pm The Courtyard Theatre
Mr Hullaballo’s Story Circle Cost £30 (enrolment at Ballyearl Arts)
Saturday 18 April 10am-2pm Antrim Castle Gardens
Starting from Scratch
Getting started is usually the most difficult part of any project, and gardening is no exception. A few simple tips will get you going in the right direction, and the finer subtleties will fall into place as your pride and confidence grow. Instead of blundering into bad habits with your vegetables, herbs or ornamentals get started with this very straightforward introduction and demonstration of the gardening basics. Cost £10.
Saturday 18 April 11am-4pm CLOTWORTHY HOUSE
Book Art
Taking inspiration from the Forming Words exhibition on show in the Oriel Gallery. Experienced tutor Maeve Henry will guide you through the techniques needed to create a stunning piece of art work out of a vintage book. Cost £20
Saturday 18 April 2pm-4pm Museum at The Mill
Spring into Summer with Ulster Wildlife
For 7-12 years. Join us for a nature ramble around the mill including a scavenger hunt, search for wildflowers, bird spotting and nest building. Please wear outdoor clothes and footwear. Cost £5.
Saturday 25 April 10am-1pm Antrim Castle Gardens
Grow Your Own Vegetables, Salads And Herbs
Award winning gardener, Frank McCooke will talk you through how to produce and harvest vegetables, salad crops and edible herbs. The talk will cover ground preparation, seed selection and pest control with tricks of the trade all delivered in his own down to earth, easy to understand manner. Cost £10
Classes, Courses & Workshops Saturday 25 April 10am-4pm Museum at The Mill
Introduction to Shibori Dyeing
For 16 years and over. Shibori is the ancient Japanese craft of binding, folding and stitching fabric before dying to create a unique pattern. Using the Tenugi (Japanese hand towel) tutor Catherine Quinn will introduce you to Shibori techniques and to the indigo dyeing process. You will be shown how to make an indigo vat and then how to use the dye bath correctly. Once your items have been dipped you will cut away the stitching to reveal your unique indigo shibori tenugi. Old clothes advisable. Materials provided. Cost £25.
Saturday 25 April 2-4pm Sentry Hill Historic House
Spring into Summer with Ulster Wildlife
For 7-12 years. Join us for a nature ramble around Sentry Hill including a scavenger hunt and nest building. Please wear outdoor clothes and footwear. Cost £5.
Thursday 30 April 3.30pm-5.00pm for 6 weeks Clotworthy house
After Schools Art Club
For 5-8 years. The coolest club in town is back as Emma Andrews leads this fun and messy After Schools workshop to get your weekend off in arty style! Cost £30
Thursday 30 April 7-9pm for 6 weeks CLOTWORTHY HOUSE
Make Friends With Your Sewing Machine!
Do you have a sewing machine that is gathering dust and you’re not quite sure what to do with it? This 6 week course with Sandra Kerr will teach you the basics you need to get your sewing machine in tip top shape. Cost £40
Saturday 2 May 11am-12.30pm or 1.30-3pm Museum at The Mill
Crazy Creatures
For 8-12 years. Create your own unique crazy creature! Play with clay and learn an exciting variety of crafty techniques with Avril McCabe. Cost £5.
Tuesday 5 May 7-9pm for 4 weeks Antrim Castle Gardens
Outdoor Sketching
Develop your drawings skills and enjoy this short instructive sketching course. Working outdoors using the immediate and inspiring surroundings of Clothworthy House and Antrim Castle Gardens, you will explore quick sketches, longer studies, line, proportion, perspective, light and shadow. Please bring basic sketching materials to the first class-soft pencils and sketchbook. Tutor will advise on additional materials. £30.
Friday 8 May, Friday 5 June, Friday 3 July, Friday 7 August 7.30-8.30pm clotworthy house
MADD Music UKE Troop for Adults
The ukulele is the instrument of the moment. We will have you playing several chords and well known songs after just one session. Cost £3 pay as you go.
Saturday 9 May 10am-4pm Museum at The Mill
Handmade Pamper Workshop with Serendipity
For 16 years and over. Experience the fragrant and colourful world of handmade cosmetics. Make a tootsie bar, bubble bar, bath bomb and crème cone to take home in your own presentation box. The aroma of melting wax will help you relax as you indulge in some ‘me time’ and create your luxury handmade pamper kit. All materials will be provided. Cost £25.
Monday 11 May 7-9pm for 6 weeks
An Introduction to Digital Photography Museum at The Mill
For 16 years and over. Learn the basics of digital photography with Carrie Davenporte covering everything from setting up your camera, using different modes and settings to handy tips and techniques. Make the most of the beautiful surroundings of Mossley Mill to capture some great images. Please bring your own digital camera. Both beginners and more advanced photographers are welcome. Cost £60.
Tuesday 12 May 7-9pm for 8 weeks Museum at The Mill
Woodcarving in Relief
During this course you will be able to make a relief carving of your choice to take home and you will learn about the different chisels and woods used in carving and their uses. This class, led by Steve Ryan, is most suited to those that have completed a beginner woodcarving workshop, have a bit of experience or feel confident with the use of sharp tools. Cost £66.
Wednesday 13 May 10.30-11.15am for 4 weeks clotworthy house
Messy Monsters 2: The Return!
For 2-4 years. Our toddler art class returns for a new season, a perfect opportunity to introduce your child to art in a fun, safe and messy environment! From finger-painting to making your own modelling clay, this fun and relaxed session will bring out the budding Picasso in the youngest of children! Cost £25 per parent/carer and child. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Thursday 14 May 7-9pm for 6 weeks
Introduction to Digital Photography clotworthy house
Got a digital camera but no idea how to use it? This course will cover the beginner to intermediate techniques to get you started with your digital camera. Covering everything from tips to getting a good photo to copying your photos onto your computer and working with your photos afterwards, this course is suited to anyone hoping to start out or improve their photography skills. Cost £60.
Saturday 16 May 10am-4pm Museum at The Mill
Introduction to Green Woodwork
For 16 years and over. This workshop will guide you through the processes of green woodwork from cleaving, shaving and turning wood with the use of the pole lathe and shave horse along with tools such as the draw knife, axe and woodturning chisels. This workshop will enable you to produce small wood-turned items to take home. Cost £42.
Saturday 16 May 10.30am-12noon for 6 weeks clotworthy house
MADD Music Carnival Club
For kids aged 6-12 years. Allow your little ones to take a journey around the world at this fully supervised drumming, singing and art workshops. Cost £3 pay as you go. No class on 30 May.
Saturday 16 May for 6 weeks 1.30-3.30pm clotworthy house
MADD Music Rock Club
For 13-18 years. Looking for somewhere to rehearse, write songs, record or simply perform? W hy not drop in and hang out with other musicians like yourself? Cost £3 pay as you go. No class on 30 May.
Tuesday 19 May 7-9pm for 6 weeks clotworthy house
Find Your Voice Ensemble
For Adults. You will be led by Eurovision winner, Niamh Kavanagh, and learn songs from blues, soul, rock and pop eras. Cost £30.
Thursday 21 May 7-9pm for 6 weeks clotworthy house
MADD Music Jam Club
For Adults. Dust off your guitar, pick up those drum sticks, warm up those vocal chords and drop into our ‘Rock Rehab’ for adults. Open to all adults, particularly those who haven’t played in a while. Cost £3 pay as you go.
Thursday 21 May 7-9pm for 6 weeks Pogue’s Entry, Antrim
Papermaking
These wonderful workshops will explore the fascinating craft of making paper by hand using traditional methods. Following a brief outline of the history of papermaking and the relevance of papermaking in the Antrim area, the workshop will guide you through the simple processes involved in the Craft using traditional hand equipment. This workshop is a must for all card makers, decoupage enthusiasts or for anyone interested in handmade paper. Cost £50.
Saturday 23 May 10am-1pm Antrim Castle Gardens
Flower Arranging
Learn how to harvest and properly condition flowers from the garden. We will tour the courtyard garden and discuss which varieties of flowers are suitable for cutting followed by a demonstration of a simple posy in a vase. You will then be shown how to create your own beautiful hand tied bouquet, using locally grown flowers. Cost £20 includes all materials.
Saturday 23 May 10am-2pm Antrim Castle Gardens
Creating a Scented Garden
It’s often the very first thing you notice about a garden-even before you find it, its sweet scent finds you! If that’s the kind of garden you dream of, this session will introduce you to a wide choice of plants to make it come true. From winter box and witch hazel in January to phlox and stocks in August, and so much more in between, there need never be a season when passers-by fail to notice the heady fragrance beyond your perimeter fence. Cost £10.
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Classes, Courses & Workshops Saturday 23 May 10am-4pm Museum at The Mill
Saturday 20 June 10am-4pm Antrim Castle Gardens
Saturday 25 July 11am-1pm Antrim Castle Gardens
For 16 years and over. During the day you will learn how to use fabric, texture and colour to enhance any interior. Along with learning tips and tricks on how to produce stunning results with confidence, you will create your own perfect mood board to take home with you. Please bring along images or anything inspirational you have to help bring your project to life. Cost £25.
During the course students will learn everything from health and safety practices, carving techniques, sharpening tools, drawing designs, stone categories, finishing styles and displaying a finished work. For starters the tutor will introduce everyone to a local sandstone. Supplied for the class are personal protective equipment, a variety of tungsten tipped carving chisels, a stone carvers mallet, measuring/drawing equipment and sandstone. Cost £45.
Have you ever tried to be a hunter-gatherer? Join Herbalist Marian Partridge on a guided walk through Antrim Castle Gardens to find the free food and medicine which grows all around us. You will be surprised at what you find! Cost £10.
‘Style Your Home’ Interior Design Workshop
Saturday 30 May 10am-4pm clotworthy house
Silver Bracelet Making
Join renowned jewellery designer Diane Lyness in this practical one day course where you will design and make your own silver bracelet, using techniques such as soldering, shaping and texturing. No previous experience is required and all materials will be provided. Cost £40.
Saturday 30 May 10am-4pm Museum at The Mill
Get Hooked On Crochet
For 16 years and over. Have you always wanted to learn crochet? Or are you a crochet beginner hoping to grow in confidence and experience? This could be the workshop for you. Starting from picking up a crochet hook and holding your wool, this one day workshop will teach you the fundamentals of crochet and set you on your way to getting fully hooked on crochet! Wool provided-just bring a hook! Size 3 or 4 is easiest for beginners. This workshop is open to complete beginners or those wanting to brush up on crochet skills. Cost £25.
Introduction Stone Carving
Saturday 20 June 10am-4pm clotworthy house
Furniture Upcycling
Due to the popularity of last season’s class, Salvage NI return with their practical Furniture Upcycling class. Bring along an unloved piece of furniture and learn how to make your own ‘chalk paint’ to transform it into something new! Participants will learn decorative techniques to completely transform what was once an unwanted piece of furniture into a unique and stylish statement piece. Cost £35.
Saturday 20 June 10.30am-12.30pm Pogue’s Entry, Antrim
Mead Making
Join bee and honey expert, Michael Young, in this fascinating introduction to making what the Vikings called ‘the nectar of the gods’. A wine made from honey, yeast and water, it is believed to be possibly the oldest fermented beverage known to man and Michael will talk you through its history and give a demonstration on how to make it. Cost £10
Saturday 6 June 10am-4pm Antrim Castle Gardens
Saturday 20 June 10am-4pm Museum at The Mill
This one-day course is designed mainly for those with some experience using a traditional SLR camera. Learn more about choosing the right lens, shutter speed, and aperture. The course will include hands-on practical sessions. Cost £17.50.
This is a new and exciting workshop explaining the meaning of flowers and their colours with Sharon Bingham of Rainbow Therapies. Cost £25.
Garden Photography with a Twist
Saturday 6 June 10am-4pm Museum at The Mill
Summer Flower Arranging
For 16 years and over. Celebrate the arrival of summer with a beginner’s floral arrangement workshop. Come along and create your own floral design. You are welcome to bring your own choice of flowers and foliage (a limited choice will be provided), a suitable container; either a vase or pot, a strong pair of scissors and a notepad to recreate your design at home. Cost £25.
Flower Power-The Meaning of Flowers
Monday 22 June 7pm-9pm for 6 weeks Museum at The Mill
Digital PhotographyIntermediate Level
For 16 years and over. Got a DSLR but not sure how to use it? This course will appeal to anyone with a little bit of experience in using their camera but is looking to improve their skills. You will learn how to achieve the best shots possible and set projects each week including subjects like water droplet photography, studio lighting and shooting in raw. Please bring your own digital camera. Cost £60.
Saturday 13 June 10am-2pm Antrim Castle Gardens
Saturday 4 July 11am-4pm Clotworthy house
Join our Park Rangers on a fun-filled and informative day as you are guided through the steps of bird identification. The day will comprise a theoretical presentation on bird ID and general information, with an emphasis on summertime bird watching. You will also enjoy a guided walk around the gardens to identify some of our feathered friends. Free of charge.
For 7-11 years. Taking inspiration from Richard Croft’s Painting and Prints exhibition in the Oriel Gallery, Emma Andrews will lead this one day course on basic print-making. Cost £20.
Summer Bird Identification
Perfect Prints!
Saturday 18 July at 10am-1pm Antrim Castle Gardens
Moth Trapping and Butterfly Identification
Join our Park Rangers on this half-day workshop focusing on the amazing world of moths and butterflies. Free of charge.
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Food and Medicine for Free
Saturday 25 July 10.30am-4.30pm Pogue’s Entry, Antrim
Introduction to Spinning and Weaving
Learn to create your own unique yarn using a drop spindle. Then go on to warp up a simple card loom and weave a small mat using yarn, fabric and ribbons. All materials provided. Cost £30.
Monday 27-Friday 31 July 10am-3pm Clotworthy house
MADD Music Summer Music Academy
For 13-18 years. The annual Rock and Pop music academy is back by popular demand. An intensive week of song writing, recording and peforming. All equipment supplied but you can bring your own instruments. Cost £50
Tuesday 30 June to Saturday 4 July 10am-4.30pm Theatre at The Mill
Summer Youth Theatre The Perfect Nanny
For 5-11 year olds. More than a spoonful of sugar with Mr Hullabaloo this summer with this opportunity for children to sing, dance and perform in their very own show. Workshop £120.00 (includes 7 free tickets for the performance)
Wednesday 1-Saturday 4 July 10am-1pm Ballyearl Arts
Dance and Drama Workshop
A fun and innovative workshop where children get the chance to perform on the big stage. This time they will be performing High School Musical and with instruction from industry professionals and the active communities dance coach, the roof will certainly be raised for the large crowd at the end performance on the 4 July. Cost £30
Monday 13 July to Friday 24 July 10am-5pm Theatre at The Mill
Oliver Musical Theatre Workshop
The annual musical theatre summer school returns with a very special 5th anniversary celebratory production. A three week theatre school with 8 performances open to the general public. Theatre school £250.00.
Saturday 1 August 11am-3pm Pogue’s Entry, Antrim
Crazy Crochet for Kids
Crochet is all the rage now, so come along to this fun and useful class where Sandra Kerr will teach children the basics of crochet and even get you started making your own granny square! You’ll be a crochet king or queen in no time! For age 7-11 years. Cost £10.
Monday 3- Friday 7 August 10am-1pm Clotworthy house
MADD Music Summer Carnival Club
For 7-12 years. Each day the children will take an imaginary trip to a different country through rhythm, song and art. Cost £35.
Classes, Courses & Workshops Monday 3 August to Saturday 8 August 10am-5pm Theatre at The Mill
Youth Theatre Drama Workshop
For 7-18 year olds. Following last year’s sell out workshop, Julie Alderdice directs young people in a new production, followed by a performance to invited guests. Workshop £120 (includes 7 free tickets)
Saturday 8 and Sunday 9 August 11.00am-3.00pm Clotworthy house
Silver Earring And Necklace Workshop
If you are looking for some more in depth jewellery making experience, then this twoday course with Diane Lyness is perfect for you. Over a Saturday and Sunday, you will design and make your own silver necklace and matching earrings-perfect for a gift or to keep for a special occasion! No previous experience is required and all materials will be provided. Cost £70.
Monday 10 August to Saturday 15 August 9.45am-4.30pm Theatre at The Mill
Saturday 15 August 10am-1pm Antrim Castle Gardens
Saturday 15 August 11am-3pm Pogue’s Entry, Antrim
Join our Park Rangers for an activity packed workshop focusing on the amazing world of insects. With a guided walk around Antrim Castle Gardens to discover and learn about the many different mini beasts that live right under our noses. Watch out for those creepy crawlies! Free of charge.
Paper Quilling, sometimes known as Filigree, is a lovely traditional art form where thin strips of paper are coiled and formed to make adornments for books, cards, household objects and even 3D stand alone items. The art can be traced back as far as the ancient Egyptians. After a brief introduction and explanation of the history of quilling, the workshop will take you through basic quilling techniques and finish with an item which can be taken away with you to be given as a gift or kept as a reminder of an enjoyable day. Cost £25.
Mini Beast Hunt
Saturday 15 August 10am-12.30pm clotworthy house
iPhone Photography for Children and Parents
This brilliant family workshop allows you to learn together how to get creative with the iPad (or iPhone) camera and the best apps to use to capture, create, edit and share your images. With fun challenges and lots of practical tips, this workshop will help children and adults maximise the potential of their iPad or iPhone camera. Bring along your fully charged iPhone/iPad and also bring your Apple ID to download some free apps! Cost £10 per parent/carer and child. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Homespun Youth Drama Dance
Paper Quilling (3D Quilling)
Saturday 29 August 10am-4pm antrim castle gardens
Create Your Own Willow Traditional Flower Basket
Join Clive Lyttle from Welig Crafts to create a round basket traditionally used to gather and display flowers. This basket will, however, look good in any modern home as a display feature or as a functional basket. This workshop is suitable for beginners. All tools and materials included. Cost £35.
Romeo & Juliet and West Side Story
For 11-18 year olds. Laura Walker and Jennifer Milligan direct these classics of Ballet and Musical Theatre in a week long intensive workshop for young people interested in developing their dance skills. Workshop £120 (includes 7 free tickets for the performance on Saturday 15 August.
Exhibitions Thursday 26 March to Saturday 25 April Flax Gallery, Museum at The Mill
Faces and Traces: Sense of Person, Sense of Place
Laura Butler and Stephen Jamison Laura’s work explores the relationship between people and the landscape; the way in which patterns of life become recorded within the environment, alongside natural processes whilst Stephen works in oils and concentrates primarily on portraiture.
Wednesday 8 April to Saturday 2 May Museum at The Mill
We Salute You
An Andy-Warhol style inspired photographic exhibition by Lise McGreavy in commemoration of Titanic’s fallen, especially the 56 children who lost their lives in the tragedy, an angle that has rarely been covered in this iconic story.
Thursday 30 April to Saturday 23 May Flax Gallery, Museum at The Mill
Jordanstown Art Club Annual exhibition.
A range of mediums and subjects including watercolours, oils and acrylics.
Thursday 14 May-Thursday 11 June Oriel Gallery, Clotworthy house
Antrim Art Club Spring Exhibition
The Oriel Gallery provides the perfect setting for work by Antrim Art Club, which was established in 1951 to encourage art in the Antrim area.
Thursday 28 May to Saturday 20 June Flax Gallery, Museum at The Mill
Saturday 1 August-Saturday 22 August Flax Gallery, Museum at The Mill
Greyabbey Painters A selection of oils, acrylics and mixed media including landscapes, seascapes and still life.
This exhibition by ArtsEkta gathers together a photographic archive and oral history recordings which have been collected from the South Asian community all over Northern Ireland. Participants discuss what their personal journey was like, first impressions of Northern Ireland, building a life, running businesses and family life.
Disparate Elements
Wednesday 17 June-Sunday 2 August Oriel Gallery, Clotworthy house
Richard Croft at 80
As renowned painter and printmaker Richard Croft turns 80 this summer, we are delighted to host an exhibition of his stunning paintings and their respective prints. Richard Croft will give a Gallery Talk on Saturday 4 July at 2pm. Places are free, but are limited and so MUST be booked in advance by contacting reception. T 028 9448 1338
Wednesday 1 July-Wednesday 29 July Flax Gallery, Museum at The Mill
Building Legacies
The architectural heritage of Charles Lanyon in Mid- Antrim.
Wednesday 1 July-Wednesday 29 July Flax Gallery Lobby, Museum at The Mill
Habitat
A selection of agricultural landscapes, seascapes and activity we inhabit. Oil and acrylic works by local artist Sara Maconkey.
‘Aadita’ (from the beginning)
Wednesday 7 August-Tuesday 15 September Oriel Gallery, Clotworthy house
Subterraneans: Beat Influences on Contemporary Art
This exhibition explores how aspects of Beat culture has influenced visual art and design and includes work by world renowned artists, young unknowns and recent graduates. Artists featured include Marcel Duchamp, Gavin Turk, Roy Lichenstein and Yoko Ono.
Thursday 27 August-Saturday 26 September Flax Galley, Museum at The Mill
Merville Newtownabbey Photographic Club Annual Exhibition
This exhibition showcases a selection of photographic prints illustrating a range of subjects including landscapes, portraiture and the natural world.
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Performances Tuesday 31 March-Saturday 4 April 7.45pm; Saturday Matinee 2.30pm Theatre at The Mill Fortwilliam Musical Society presents
Sweeney Todd
Sondheim’s musical masterpiece, The murderous tale of Todd and his fiendish accomplice Mrs Lovett. Tickets from £16-£20
Thursday 9 April 7.30pm The Old Courthouse, antrim
Bill Clinton Hercules
In this stunning one man show, the 42nd President cuts loose and shoots straight from the hip in his own fantasy TED talk. Tickets £14/£12 concession.
Friday 10 April 6pm Theatre at The Mill
Theatre at The Mill and Guildford Theatre Company present
Thoroughly Modern Millie Jr
Theatre at The Mill’s Home Spun Youth Theatre School this Easter is offering young people the chance to perform in this Smash Broadway Hit Musical. Cost £120 (includes 6 tickets for the performance)
Thursday 16 April 7.45pm Theatre at The Mill
Saturday 25 April 5.30pm Theatre at The Mill
The Complete History of Comedy (abridged)
Metropolitan Opera: Cavalleria Rusticana & Pagliacci
Reduced Shakespeare Company in
From the high-brow to the low and everything in-between, the bad boys of abridgment leave no joke untold as they deconstruct the entire history of comedy in 90 rollicking minutes. Tickets £15/£13 concession.
Friday 17 April The Courtyard Theatre
7-8.30pm Primary School Children 8.45-10.15pm Adults
Roller Disco
Whip out your spandex and leg warmers for a fun-packed night. Complete with the best seventies hits, funky music and retro appeal, Roller Disco is THE hotspot for clubbing on wheels. Tickets £7
Friday 17 & Saturday 18 April 7.45pm Theatre at The Mill
Jonathan Veira in Concert with the Abbey Singers
Saturday 11 April 12noon The Courtyard Theatre
The International opera star performs in concert with the abbey singers for a very special evening. Tickets £15
For 5-10 years. A week long musical theatre workshop directed by professionals from the West-End and the Guildford School of Acting. Cost £120 (includes 6 free tickets for the performance).
Saturday 18 April 8pm The Courtyard Theatre
The Jungle Book Kids
Saturday 11 April 7.45pm Theatre at The Mill
Ballyclare High School presents
Rugby Come Dancing
This special event will feature ten talented couples performing a variety of latin and ballroom numbers choreographed by Victoria McAdoo. Tickets £15.
Sunday 12 April at 3pm The Courtyard Theatre
In Conversation with Adharanand Finn
Adharanand Finn is the award-winning author of Running with the Kenyans. Tickets £6
Sunday 12 April 7pm Theatre at The Mill
An Evening with Tony Hawks
In this entertaining show, Tony combines storytelling, stand up, musical comedy and film clips to create 2 hours of fun. Tickets £10.
Wednesday 15 April 7.45pm Theatre at The Mill
Bill Clinton Hercules
In this stunning one man show, the 42nd president cuts loose and shoots straight from the hip In his own fantasty ted talk. Tickets £14/£12 concession.
Thursday 16 April 7.30pm The Old Courthouse, Antrim
The Matchmaker
John B Keane’s hilarious hit play follows the efforts of Dicky Mick Dicky O’Connor who makes matches for the lonely and lovelorn from all parts of the country. Starring Mary McEvoy and Jon Kenny. Tickets £15/£13 concession.
An Evening with Anthony Toner & Friends
Anthony Toner is back on the road with a brand new album, Miles & Weather. The evening will include new material alongside old favourites. Tickets £12/£10 concession
Wednesday 22 April 7.45pm Theatre at The Mill
The Kings & Queens of Irish Country
Featuring the music from five of ireland’s best know and loved Country legends who between them have had scores of No.1 hits. Tickets £16.50
Thursday 23 April 7.45pm Theatre at The Mill
A View from a Bridge
A stellar cast led by Mark Strong (The Imitation Game; Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy) in the Young Vic’s ‘magnetic, electrifying, astonishingly bold’ production of A View from the Bridge, screened direct from the National Theatre.£17, £15 concession
Friday 24 April 7.45pm Theatre at The Mill
Roy Orbison & Friends
Barry Steele presents his all live spectacular multi media tribute to the Big o, featuring classic Orbison hits from the 60’s right through to the late 80’s. Ticket £19.50
Friday 24 April 8pm The Courtyard Theatre
Celtic Soul
With years of playing in blues, folk, trad and jazz bands these musicians have the ingredients to deliver Van’s music authentically. Tickets £12, £10 concession
Classical Arts Ireland presents
Opera’s most enduring tragic double bill returns in an evocative new production from Sir David McVicar screened direct from the Metropolitan Opera New York. Tickets £20, £10 (Under 18s and students)
Saturday 25 April 7.30pm The Old Courthouse, Antrim
The Dubliners Dilemma
Declan Gorman’s one-man show tram-hurtles through James Joyce’s “Dubliners” and has wowed audiences from Mayo to Moscow since its launch in 2012. Set in 1914, London publisher Grant Richards is determined to re-read Joyce’s controversial manuscript and revisits his bizarre correspondence with the young James Joyce. The Dubliners Dilemma will be accompanied by a screening of Bern Deegan’s audio-visual performance ‘The Life of Joyce’. Cost £8/£6 concession
Saturday 25 April 8pm the Courtyard Theatre
Auditions, Zoe’s Auditions
A heart warming comedy and Winner of New York’s Favourite solo show, the Audience Award. £12/£10 concession
Wednesday 29 April 7.45pm Theatre at The Mill (encore screening)
National Theatre London presents
The Hard Problem
Acclaimed playwright Tom Stoppard (Shakespeare in Love, Arcadia, Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead) returns to the National Theatre with his highly-anticipated new play The Hard Problem, directed by Nicholas Hytner Tickets £17, £15 concession
Friday 1 May 7.30pm The Old Courthouse, Antrim
The 4 of Us (Acoustic)
The 4 of Us bring their critically acclaimed acoustic show to The Old Courthouse, showcasing songs from their brand new album. Tickets £15/£13 concession.
Friday 1 May 7.45pm Theatre at The Mill Ballet Ireland presents
Tutus & Beyond
Tutus & Beyond celebrates the purity of classical ballet, and also looks forward to contemporary ballet beyond the Tutu. This production will chart a journey of ballet from the late 19th century into the 21st. Tickets From £12-£20
Saturday 2 May 1.30pm, 7.15pm Theatre at The Mill
Glengormley Methodist GB 75th Anniversary Celebrations The Girls brigade celebrates their 75th Anniversary as a Christian organisation praising and thanking God through a celebration of Dance. Tickets £10/£8 concession
Tuesday 5 May 9.30am, 12noon & 6.30pm Wednesday 6 May 9.30am & 12 noon Theatre at The Mill Fidget Feet Dance Theatre Company presents
The Elves and the Shoemaker
Immersive storytelling with music and aerial circus for children aged between 4-8yrs and their families. Tickets £7.50
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Performances Friday 8 May 7.45pm Theatre at The Mill
Monday 18-Saturday 23 May 7.45pm Theatre at The Mill
Friday 5 June 7.30pm The Old Courthouse, Antrim
This Is a new, thrilling adaptation of Wilde’s novel about a narcissistic young man’s infactuation with his exquisite portrait, and his faustian pact to remain forever young. Tickets £11-£15
Six amateur theatre groups who have recently qualified for the finals in regional full length play festivals will perform a range of dramas which are expected to engage, unsettle, shock, provoke and delight audiences. Tickets £12/£10 concession, Family tickets £60/£50concession.
World renowned flautist Gary Arbuthnot’s new show will thrill and delight audiences as he performs pieces from contemporary movies, Broadway and opera to some of the biggest rock and pop groups of the modern era. Tickets £15/£13 concession.
The Picture of Dorian Gray
Friday 8 May 8pm The Courtyard Theatre
Ulster Drama Festival
VE Day 70th Anniversary Big Band Night & Supper
Friday 22 May 7.30pm The Old Courthouse, Antrim
Saturday 9 May 7.45pm Theatre at The Mill
In their most daring show event, The Nualas break the mould they made previously with a deluge of new songs, higher harmonies, different keys and slighter shorter dresses. Suitable for over 18s only. Tickets £10/£8 concession.
The Belfast Jazz Orchestra and the swing & lindy hop dance groups transform the Courtyard back 70 years for a special VE Day Anniversary celebration. Tickets £16 (includes supper)
Ballet Theatre UK presents
Aladdin
Ballet Theatre UK brings this exotic classic tale to life through the entrancing magic of classical ballet. Tickets £12-£20
Saturday 9 May at 8pm the Courtyard theatre
The Divas’ Story
Fiona Scott Trotter transports the audience back to a time when elegance, beauty and passion were the fashion and the legendary ladies of Jazz ruled the music scene. Tickets £12.50
Wednesday 13 & Thursday 14 May 1pm and 4pm Theatre at The Mill
Ben & Holly’s Little Kingdom
From the makers of Peppa Pig comes this BAFTA award-winning television animation live on stage! Tickets £15.50/£13.50 concession, £54 Family Ticket
Friday 15 May 7.30pm The Old Courthouse, Antrim
In The Window
Nuala McKeever, Northern Ireland’s Queen of Comedy, delivers a disastrous, hilarious and poignant cocktail about the resilience of the human heart in the face of…..well… just about anything that can go wrong in our crazy modern lives. Tickets £12/£10 concession
Friday 15 May 7.45pm Theatre at The Mill (encore screening)
National Theatre London:
Man and Superman
A romantic comedy, an epic fairytale, a fiery philosophical debate, Man and Superman asks fundamental questions about how we live. Tickets £17/£15 concession
Saturday 16 May 11am and 2pm The Courtyard Theatre
The Adventures of Robin Hood
Riverbank Productions transports the audience back in time to the days of legends and heroes in a tale for audiences aged 4-9 years. Tickets £6
Sunday 17 May 2-3pm Large parterre, Antrim Castle Gardens MADD Music Sunday Treats
The Ronnie Greer Band
Local blues guitar legend kicks off the series with his powerhouse five piece band featuring some of our finest musicians. Free of charge.
The Nualas-Lock Up Your Husbands!
Saturday 23 May 1pm & 3.30pm The Old Courthouse, Antrim
The Adventures of Robin Hood
The irrepressible Riverbank Productions have once again brought to life a classic children’s tale with their new adaptation of The Adventures of Robin Hood. Suitable for ages 4-9. Tickets £6/£4 concession
Sunday 24 May 2-3pm Large Parterre, Antrim Castle Gardens MADD Music Sunday Treats
Los Dramaticos
Singing and playing a unique fusion of Andalusion and Latin American tunes on flamenco guitar and the ten-string charango. Free of charge.
Wednesday 27 & Thursday 28 May Theatre at The Mill
Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour
Stage and Screen with Gary Arbuthnot
Friday 5 June Theatre at The Mill National Theatre
TBC
Details of this special screening direct from the Royal National Theatre London will be announced shortly. Tickets £17/£15 concession
Saturday 6 June 7.45pm Theatre at The Mill
Quire Belfast LGBT Choir
Join Quire Belfast, Northern Ireland’s lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans choir, for a magical gala concert jam-packed with pop classics, celebrating its 10th Birthday year. Tickets £13.50, £11.50 concession
Sunday 7 June 2-3pm Large Parterre, Antrim Castle Gardens MADD Music Sunday Treats
Linley Hamilton Band
Top jazz trumpeter Linley Hamilton and his band will present a selection of jazz music from around the world. Free of charge.
Sunday 7 June 7.45pm Theatre at The Mill
Sports Fashion Show Friday 12 June 7.30pm The Old Courthouse, Antrim
Blackwood
The world’s most prestigious mountain film festival returns with two evenings of extraordinary short films. Tickets £13/£11 concession, 2 evenings £23/£19 concession
Blackwood blues/rock band is a dynamic powerhouse trio featuring Sam Davidson, Lyn McMullan and Laurence Dugan. Tickets £8/£6 concession.
Thursday 28 May 7.30pm The Old Courthouse, Antrim
Friday 12 June 8pm The Courtyard Theatre
The Third Policeman
An hilarious comic satire about archetypal village police force. Tickets £8/£6 concession
A Conversation with Helen Lederer
MADD Music presents
Best known for her roles as dippy catriona in Absolutely Fabulous, The Young ones, French and Saunders to name just a few, Helen Lederer talks about her new novel Losing It. Tickets £7/£5 concession.
The Illegals are back with Eurovision winner, Niamh Kavanagh. Tickets £15/£13 concession
Sunday 14 June at 2-3pm Large Parterre, Antrim Castle Gardens
Friday 29 & Saturday 30 May 8pm The Old Courthouse, Antrim
The Illegals with Niamh Kavanagh
Saturday 30 & Sunday 31 May Theatre at The Mill
Destination Dance Competition For 5-25 years. Return of The UK’s premiere dance competition where dancers can compete against dance schools from all over the country. Ticket prices TBC.
Sunday 31 May 2.3pm Large Parterre, Antrim Castle Gardens MADD Music Sunday Treats
MADD Music Sunday Treats
Ken Haddock Band
Ken is a well-known face in the live lounges of Belfast and commands a loyal crowd wherever he plays. Free of charge.
Sunday 14 June 7.45pm Theatre at The Mill
Jennifer Milligan End of Season Show
Dance Show performed by the students of Jennifer Milligan.
Homage to Blue Note Records
Celebrating 75 years in the business, Blue Note is synonymous with a jazz style that has strong blues and funk influences. Free of charge.
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Performances Friday 19 June 7.30pm The Old Courthouse, Antrim
Saturday 27 June 7.45pm Theatre at The Mill
Saturday 25 July 9pm Civic Square, Mossley Mill
The Elluna Music Trio
Summer Extravaganza
Bring your hampers and enjoy this new production by the royal shakespeare company screened by satellite into the atmospheric surroundings of mossley mill on the big screen. Tickets £20/£18 concession
A Musical Night at the Movies
A fabulous celebration of the best songs from stage and screen, performed and hosted by one of Northern Ireland’s finest sopranos, Michelle Baird, and her Elluna musicians pianist Stephen Carlisle and violinist Michelle Haughian. This engaging show features much loved hits and themes from musical including Phantom of the Opera, Chicago, Les Miserables, Mama Mia and Shrek! Tickets £10/£8 concession.
Friday 19 June 8pm The Courtyard Theatre
The Last Five Years
Smash hit musical exploring a five year relationship between a rising novelist and a struggling actress. £15/£13 concession.
Saturday 20 June Theatre at The Mill
Whitehouse Ballet School End of Year Show
Alice in Wonderland
Whitehouse Ballet School perform their end of year show. Tickets £12 adult & £8 concession.
Sunday 21 June 2-3pm Large Parterre, Antrim Castle Gardens MADD Music Sunday Treats
Amanda St John
Known for her powerful and emotive vocals, Amanda has recently returned from recording in Nashville. Free of charge.
Sunday 21 June 2pm Theatre at The Mill VAD Productions
Dance Inspiration
A Dance Competition followed by an evening performance of dance. Tickets £16/14 concession
Sunday 21 June 7.45pm Theatre at The Mill
Don’t Look Back
Dancers from the Victoria Academy of Dance appear in this evening of dance. Tickets £16/14 concession
Monday 22 June 7pm The Old Courthouse, Antrim Cine-Club present
Doctor Zhivago
Running time 193 minutes. Certificate PG. Tickets £3.
Thursday 25 June tbc Theatre at The Mill National Theatre
TBC
Details of this special screening direct from the Royal National Theatre London will be announced shortly. Tickets £17/£15 concession
Friday 26 June 8pm The Courtyard Theatre
Strictly Courtyard
Victoria McAdoo has been training dancers in weekly classes in readiness for this special evening of strictly ballroom. Tickets available nearer to the date of the performance.
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Allstars Dance Academy
The annual showcase for this cheerleading squad, it showcases their dancing and cheerleading achievements throughout the year. Tickets available nearer to the date of the performance.
Sunday 28 June 2-3pm Large Parterre, Antrim Castle Gardens MADD Music Sunday Treats
Celtic Soul
Celtic Soul will take you on a journey through the songbook of local music legend, Van Morrison. Free of charge
Saturday 4 July 8pm The Courtyard Theatre
Dance Show
Children performing High School Musical with instruction from industry professionals and the active communities dance coach.
Thursday 2 July
Civic Square open at 6pm Performance starts at 7pm
Civic Square, Mossley Mill Outdoor Theatre
The Secret Garden
by Chapter House Theatre Company This classic tale of a young girl who meets unexpected friends and magical creatures that help her unlock the mystery of the secret garden, performed in the beautiful Civic Square at Mossley Mill. Adults £14, Students & Children £10 Families (2 Adults & 2 Children) £42
Sunday 5 July 2.30pm Theatre at The Mill
The Perfect Nanny
For 5-11 year olds. More than a spoonful of sugar with Mr Hullabaloo this summer with this opportunity for children to sing, dance and perform in their very own show. Workshop £120.00 (includes 7 free tickets for the performance)
The Merchant Of Venice
Friday 31 July & Saturday 1 August The Courtyard Theatre Summer Theatre
tbc
Thursday 6 August 7.30pm The Old Courthouse, Antrim Cine Club present
Boyhood
Tickets £3. Running time 165 minutes. Certificate 15.
Friday 7 & Saturday 8 August 8pm The Courtyard Theatre Summer Theatre
Bart Players
The return of this popular local drama group, further details to be published shortly Tickets £10/£8 concession
Saturday 8 August 2.30pm Theatre at The Mill
Youth Theatre Drama Workshop Performance
For 7-18 year olds. Following last year’s sell out workshop, Julie Alderdice directs young people in a new production, followed by a performance to invited guests. Workshop £120 (includes 7 free tickets)
Saturday 15 August 2.30pm Theatre at The Mill Dance Workshop Performance
Romeo & Juliet and West Side Story
For 11-18 year olds. Laura Walker and Jennifer Milligan direct these classics of Ballet and Musical Theatre in a week long intensive workshop for young people interested in developing their dance skills. Workshop £120 (includes 7 free tickets for the performance).
Saturday 25 July to Sunday 1 August 7pm 2.30pm on Saturday 1 August only
Friday 14 & Saturday 15 August 8pm The Courtyard Theatre
Theatre at The Mill
The Holywood Players perform in this new production of the mystery farce by Jack Sharkey. Tickets £10/£8 concession
No performance on Sunday 26 July
Oliver!
The annual musical theatre summer school returns with a very special 5th anniversary celebratory production. A three week theatre school with 8 performances open to the general public. Tickets from £9-£15
Friday 17 & Saturday 18 July 8pm The Courtyard Theatre Summer Theatre
Dove Drama Group Production
The return of this popular local drama group, further details to be published shortly Tickets £10/£8 concession
Friday 24 & Saturday 25 July 8pm The Courtyard Theatre Summer Theatre
Belvoir Players in Allo Allo
Based on the popular tv series, follow the adventures of rene the hapless café owner in war-torn occupied france. Tickets £10/£8 concession
Summer Theatre, Holywood Players
The Murder Room
Sunday 16 August 7.45pm Theatre at The Mill
National Theatre Live presents
Everyman
BAFTA winner and Academy Award® nominee Chiwetel Ejiofor (12 Years a Slave) takes the title role in this dynamic new production directed by the National Theatre’s new Director Rufus Norris. Tickets £17/£15 concession
Saturday 22 August 8 pm The Courtyard Theatre Summer Theatre
TBC
Friday 28 & Saturday 29 August 8pm The Courtyard Theatre
Summer Theatre, Ad Hoc Theatre Company
Natural Causes
An hilarious dark comedy by Eric Chappell performed by this popular local theatre company. Tickets £10/£8 concession
Band Concerts Sunday 14 June 3-4pm Jordanstown Loughshore Park
Wednesday 15 July 7.45-8.45pm Jordanstown Loughshore Park
Wednesday 17 June 7.45-8.45pm Jordanstown Loughshore Park
Sunday 19 July 3-4pm Jordanstown Loughshore Park
Thursday 18 June 7.45-8.45pm Hazelbank Park
Wednesday 22 July 7.45-8.45pm Jordanstown Loughshore Park
Sunday 21 June 3-4pm Jordanstown Loughshore Park
Thursday 23 July 7.45-8.45pm Hazelbank Park
Wednesday 24 June 7.45-8.45pm Jordanstown Loughshore Park
Friday 24 July 7.00-8.00pm Lilian Bland Community Park
CWA Brass Band
Ballyduff Silver Band
Knockagh Accordian Band Johnston Star Flute Band
Knockagh Accordian Band Thursday 25 June 7.45-8.45pm Hazelbank Park
Ballyduff Silver Band
Friday 26 June 7.00pm-8.00pm Lilian Bland Community Park
CWA Brass Band
Sunday 28 June 3-4pm Jordanstown Loughshore Park
Ballyclare Victoria Flute Band Sunday 28 June 3-4pm Sentry Hill
Ballydiff Silver Band Wednesday 1 July 7.45-8.45pm Jordanstown Loughshore Park
CWA Brass Band
Thursday 2 July 7.45-8.45pm Hazelbank Park
Johnston Star Flute Band Sunday 5 July 3-4pm Jordanstown Loughshore Park
Johnston Star Flute Band
Wednesday 8 July 7.45-8.45pm Jordanstown Loughshore Park
Ballyduff Silver Band
Thursday 9 July 7.45-8.45pm Hazelbank Park
Johnston Star Flute Band
Knockagh Accordian Band Killyglen Accordian Band
Knockagh Accordian Band Major Sinclair Memorial Pipe Band
Sunday 16 August at 3-4pm Jordanstown Loughshore Park
Johnston Star Flute Band
Wednesday 19 August 7.45-8.45pm Jordanstown Loughshore Park
Ballyclare Victoria Flute Band
Sunday 23 August at 3-4pm Jordanstown Loughshore Park
Ballyduff Silver Band
Thursday 30 July 7.45-8.45pm Hazelbank Park
Geo Dumigan’s Accordian Band Sunday 2 August 3-4pm Jordanstown Loughshore Park
Knockagh Accordian Band
Wednesday 5 August 7.45-8.45pm Jordanstown Loughshore Park
3rd Carrickfergus Band
Thursday 6 August 7.45-8.45pm Hazelbank Park
Major Sinclair Memorial Pipe Band Sunday 9 August 3-4pm Sentry Hill
Ballyclare Victoria Flute Band
Wednesday 19 July 2pm The Old Courthouse, Antrim
Wednesday 29 April 2pm Ballyclare Town Hall*
Wednesday 26 August 2pm Ballyclare Town Hall*
Wednesday 8 July 2pm The Old Courthouse, Antrim
Ballyduff Silver Band
Wednesday 29 July 7.45-8.45pm Jordanstown Loughshore Park
Knockagh Accordian Band
Wednesday 15 April 2pm The Old Courthouse, Antrim
Wednesday 24 June 2pm Ballyclare Town Hall*
Thursday 13 August 7.45-8.45pm Hazelbank Park
Sunday 23 August at 3-4pm Sentry Hill
Wednesday 22 July 2pm Ballyclare Town Hall*
Wednesday 17 June 2pm The Old Courthouse, Antrim
Magheramourne Silver Band
Sunday 26 July 3-4pm Sentry Hill
Johnston Star Flute Band
Cost £3 including tea, coffee and biscuits.
Wednesday 20 May 2pm Ballyclare Town Hall*
Wednesday 12 August 7.45-8.45pm Jordanstown Loughshore Park
Thursday 20 August at 7.45-8.45pm Hazelbank Park
Dances
Wednesday 13 May 2pm The Old Courthouse, Antrim
East Antrim Senior Accordian Ensemble
Sunday 26 July 3-4pm Jordanstown Loughshore Park
Templemore Silver Band
Strictly Come Tea Dances
Sunday 9 August 3-4pm Jordanstown Loughshore Park
*Tickets for Ballyclare Town Hall are available from the venue and Sixmile Leisure Centre.
Ballyboley Pipe Band
Johnston Star Flute Band Major Sinclair Memorial Pipe Band
Wednesday 26 August 7.45-8.45pm Jordanstown Loughshore Park
Albertbridge Accordian Band Thursday 27 August 7.45-8.45pm Hazelbank Park
CWA Brass Band
Friday 28 August 7.00-8.00pm Lilian Bland Community Park
Larne Old Boys Silver Band Sunday 30 August 3-4pm Jordanstown Loughshore Park
Ballyduff Silver Band
Sunday 13 September 3-4pm Sentry Hill
Ballyduff Silver Band
Book Club Tuesday 24 April, Tuesday 12 May & Tuesday 9 June 7-9pm Ballyclare Town Hall
Newtownabbey Book Club
Cost £2. For details of the chosen book T 028 9034 0037
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Outdoor Activities Outdoor
Getting active outdoors is a great way to improve your health while enjoying the beautiful scenery that our Borough has to offer. There are lots of activities for you to enjoy in the great outdoors over the next few months...
Parkrun
Parkrun is a free, timed, 5k run that takes place at Lough Shore Park, Antrim and Valley Leisure Centre, Newtownabbey as well as local parks all over the world every Saturday morning. For more information log onto www.parkrun. org.uk/antrim or www.parkrun.org.uk/valley
Play Areas
With lots of play areas in the Borough to choose from, it’s the ideal place for kids to meet and play together. Outdoor play for children is a great way to build in exercise which can help increase energy level, increase motivation, improve sleeping patters and generally help children to be healthier. For a list of play areas within the Borough visit www.antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk
Outdoor Gyms
Outdoor gyms bring a new dimension to outdoor activity and are ideal to complement your walk or run. Suitable for all fitness levels, these pieces of gym equipment are specifically designed for outdoor use and are completely free to use. There are currently five outdoor gyms within your new larger Borough: 1. Hazelbank Park, Newtownabbey
Brighter Nights
Lilian Bland Community Park glengormley Friday 26 June 6.30-8.30pm Theme Schools Out
Friday 3 July 6.30-8.30pm Theme All at Sea
Friday 10 July 6.30-8.30pm
Theme The 70s Return! Disco Fever in the Park
2. Neillsbrook Community Centre, Randalstown
Friday 17 July 6.30-8.30pm
3. Six Mile Water path-Antrim Forum to Lough Shore Park, Antrim
Friday 24 July 6.30-8.30pm
4. Wallace Park, Templepatrick
Friday 31 July 6.30-8.30pm
Theme Golf celebrating the British Open Theme Movie Night-Cars
5. Sixmilewater River Park, Ballyclare
Theme Country Comes to Town
and coming Spring 2015 …Toome Linear Park, Toomebridge.
Friday 7 August 6.30-8.30pm Theme Peter Pan and Neverland
Friday 14 August 6.30-8.30pm Theme Art in the Park
Friday 21 August 6.30-8.30pm
Theme Community Games Athletics with a Chinese Theme
Friday 28 August 6.30-8.30pm Theme Your Best Bits Back
Tours
Contacts
Antrim Castle Gardens
ANTRIM CASTLE GARDENS & CLOTWORTHY HOUSE
By request, advance booking with minimum number of 8 persons. Join our knowledgeable tour guides and explore the history of Antrim Castle Gardens and Clotworthy House. You will take a walk into history in a complex living museum exploring four centuries of heritage and culture where you will learn about the evolution of the gardens and the fated history of the Massereene family dynasty. Free of charge.
Museum at The Mill
Requires advance booking with minimum number of 8 persons. Group tours of the Mossley Mill site are available on request throughout the year. Tours provide an insight into this historic site and its development from a 19th century flax mill to the multi-functional space it is today. As part of the Decade of Remembrance a replica First World War trench has been constructed at Mossley Mill and a visit to this may be included if desired. £2 per person.
Pogues Entry
School History Mornings
Why not arrange a morning visit to Pogue’s Entry Historical Cottage and learn about Dr Alexander Irvine, sample some open hearth cooking and try your hand at paper making. For key stages 2 & 3. Advanced booking required.
Randalstown Road, Antrim BT41 4LH T 028 9448 1338 E culture@antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk www.antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk
THE OLD COURTHOUSE Market Square, Antrim BT41 4AW T 028 9446 3113 E culture@antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk Facebook. The Old Courthouse www.antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk
POGUES ENTRY HISTORICAL COTTAGE Church Street, Antrim BT41 4BA T 028 9448 1338 E culture@antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk Performances, courses and classes at The Old Courthouse, Castle Gardens & Clotworthy House can also be booked through the box office. T 028 9448 1338 or www.antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk
Sentry Hill Historic House & Visitor Centre
40 Ballycraigy Road, Newtownabbey BT36 4SX T 028 9083 2363 E sentryhill@antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk www.sentryhill.net
the courtyard theatre 585 Doagh Road, Newtownabbey BT36 5RZ T 028 9034 0202 E boxoffice@theatreatthemill.com www.thecourtyardtheatre.com
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| Arts and Leisure What’s On
theatre at The Mill Mossley Mill, Newtownabbey BT36 5QA T 028 9034 0202 E boxoffice@theatreatthemill.com www.theatreatthemill.com
Museum at The Mill/flax gallery Mossley Mill, Newtownabbey BT36 5QA T 028 9034 0129 E museumatthemill@antrimand newtownabbey.gov.uk www.antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/ museumatthemill
Leisure Centres antrim forum
Lough Road, Antrim BT41 4DQ T 028 9446 4131 E forum@antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk
Ballyearl
585 Doagh Road, Newtownabbey BT36 5RZ T 028 9084 8287
crumlin
2a Main Street, Crumlin BT29 4UP T 028 9445 2733 E crumlinlc@antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk
Sixmile
Ballynure Road, Ballyclare BT39 9YU T 028 9334 1818
Valley
40 Church Road, Newtownabbey BT36 7LJ T 028 9086 1211