Cork Lifelong Learning Festival 2020

An Féile Foghlama Sunday 29th March – Sunday 5th April 2020 FREE EVENTS | FREE PROGRAMME

Host of 3rd UNESCO International Conference on Learning Cities 2017

Cork Learning City welcomes you to our annual festival of lifelong learning, one of the key projects that make our city a UNESCO award winning Learning City.

Key to Cork Lifelong Learning Festival Events 30 MAX

Event venue is wheelchair accessible

Event is family friendly

This event is part of the ‘Cork Playful City’ Project

This event has a maximum number of people allowed in the venue. Booking is recommended.

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Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

CONTENTS

Welcome to the 17th Cork Lifelong Learning Festival

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Multi Day Events

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Cork Playful City

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Sunday 29th March

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Monday 30th March

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Tuesday 31st March

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Wednesday 1st April

45

Thursday 2nd April

61

Friday 3rd April

79

Saturday 4th April

91

Sunday 5th April

99

Fringe Events

102

Learning Neighbourhoods

104

Failte! Hola! Cześć!

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Denis Barrett

Cork Lifelong Learning Festival and Féile an Phobail Belfast

Rose Smyth

Scribes

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Deirdre Creedon

UNESCO

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Cork County Lifelong Learning Events

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Atlantic Currents

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The All Ireland Network of Learning Cities

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Index

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UNESCO UIL Gloabal Conference in Learning Cities Medellin, Colombia, 2019.

(L to R) Prof. Patrick O’Shea, - President UCC, Dr. Aíne Ní Shé - Registrat & Vice President for Academic Affairs, CIT , Mr Denis Leamy CEO - Cork ETB and Adrienne Rodgers, Director of Services - Cork City Council.

CHAIR

William McAuliffe

National Association of Principals and Deputy Principals FESTIVAL COMMITTEE Learning City Co-ordinator Executive Librarian, Learning and Information, Cork City Libraries Access Officer, CIT

Christine Nolan Access Service, CIT

Íde Dwane

IPPN, Primary Education Sector

Ciarán Lynch

Cork Education & Training Board

Jennifer Walsh

Learning Neighbourhoods

Seamus O’Tuama

Director, Adult Continuing Education (ACE), UCC

Siubhán Mc Carthy Festival Co-ordinator

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

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CORK LEARNING CITY

Welcome all to 2020 Cork Lifelong Learning Festival.

I am honoured as Lord Mayor of Cork and Patron of the Festival to extend a hand of friendship and welcome to all people who will participate in learning activities over the Festival week this year.

And as First Citizen I want also to acknowledge and congratulate all of those citizens who work to make the festival happen, by hosting events and encouraging participants to attend, connecting people and inspiring our fellow citizens. This is a festival for all our citizens – a people’s festival, and it is one that we all can be proud of.

It is recognised and admired the world over and it has inspired many other cities to follow this path.

Over the past two years the cities of Swansea, Dublin, Lowell and Derry are all hosting their first Learning Festivals and Shanghai, our sister city reported on their Learning Festival at the UNESCO conference in Colombia in 2019.

For us in Cork this year is a significant centenary year, in particular for the Office of Lord Mayor, as we remember and recognise the lives and contributions of my predecessors Tomás MacCurtain and Terence McSwiney, both martyrs in the cause of Irish freedom.

In relation to learning it is appropriate to remember in particular the contribution of Terence McSwiney, who as Lord Mayor in 1920 initiated a practice of visiting all the schools in the city.

This connection between the schools of the city and the City Council is a proud and unique tradition of our city and is a commitment that continues to this day.

Is féile í seo dár saoránaigh go léir-féile na ndaoine, agus is féidir linn go léir a bheith bródúil aisti. Tá eolas agus meas ar an bhféile ar fud an domhain agus spreag sí go leor cathracha eile chun aithris a dhéanamh orainn. Le dhá bhliain anuas reáchtáil cathracha Abertawe, Bhaile Átha Cliath, Lowell agus Dhoire go léir Féile Foghlama dá gcuid féin den chéad uair agus thuairiscigh Shanghai, cathair atá cleamhnaithe linn, ar a Féile Foghlama féin ag comhdháil UNESCO sa Cholóim in 2019. Dúinne an seo i gCorcaigh, is bliain sh untasach í, go háirithe d’Oifig an Ard mhéara, agus sinn ag cuimhneamh ar, agus ag tabhairt aitheant a is do shaol agus do chion oibre na nArd mhéaraí a chuaigh romham, is iad sin Tomás Mac Curtáin agus Traolach Mac Suibhne, ar mairtírigh ar son shaoirse na hÉireann iad. Ó thaobh na foghlama de, is cuí cuimhneamh go háirithe ar an gcion a rinne Traolach Mac Suibhne, a chuir tús le nós, agus é ina Ardmhéara i 1920, lena dtugtar cuairt ar na scoileanna go léir sa chathair.

Is traidisiún faoi leith de chuid na cathrach seo againne é, traidisiún a bhfuilimid bródúil as, an nasc atá idir scoileanna na cathrach agus an Chomhairle Cathrach agus tá an traidisiún sin fós beo sa lá atá inniu ann. Tá sé ar cheann den iliomad nasc a chruthaíonn ‘éiceachóras’ iontach Cathrach Foghlama i gCorcaigh, rud a ghnóthaigh aitheantas idirnáisiúnta ó UNESCO nuair a bronnadh Gradam Cathrach Foghlama ar Chorcaigh in 2015, agus lenar roghnaíodh Corcaigh chun 3ú Comhdháil Idirnáisiúnta na gCathracha Foghlama a reáchtáil in 2017.

Cllr John Sheehan Árdmhéara Chorcaí Lord Mayor of Cork FESTIVAL PATRON

It is one of the many links that create such a strong Learning City ‘eco-system’ in Cork, that has lead to international recognition by UNESCO with a Learning City Award in 2015, and in the city’s selection as hosts of the 3rd International Learning City Conference in 2017.

And for 2020, let’s all live up to these traditions, and fulfil the motto of the Festival, to Investigate, Celebrate and Participate in one of most engaging weeks of the year in Cork!

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Fáilte chuig an 17ú Féile Foghlama Chorcaí.

Is mór an onóir domsa mar Ard mhéara Chorcaí agus mar Éarlamh na Féile fáilte Uí Cheallaigh a chur roimh gach duine a ghlacfaidh páirt i ngníomhaíochtaí foghlama i rith sheachtain na Féile i mbliana. Agus mar Chéad Saoránach ba mhaith liom aitheantas a thabhairt, agus comhghairdeas a dhéanamh, le gach saoránach a oibríonn chun an fhéile a chur ar siúl, ach imeachtaí a reáchtáil agus rannpháirtithe a spreagadh, daoine a thabhairt le chéile agus ár gcomhshaoránaigh a in spreagadh.

Maidir le 2020, seasaimis leis na tra idisiúin seo go léir, agus le mana na Féile, is é sin chun Fiosrú, Ceiliúradh agus Rannpháirtíocht i gceann de na seachtainí is spreagúla sa bhliain i gCorcaigh a chothú!

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

On behalf of all our Cork Learning City partners, welcome to the 2020 Lifelong Learning Festival, now in it’s 17th year and more varied than ever.

The festival is a vitally important expression of our city as a Learning City. It is a festival that is recognised globally, and more importantly locally, as a fantastic annual opportunity for people of all interests, ages and abilities to develop new learning pathways, to celebrate all that’s best in lifelong learning and to connect together.

This year, as we did last year, the festival runs for 8 days. It opens with events for ‘Cork Play Day’, and our final Sunday includes our Family Fun Day, celebrating learning for all in Fitzgerald’s Park.

We hope your involvement in the Festival, whether as an event host or as a participant, (or both) is enjoyable and inspiring. Thank you all for making the festival what it is!

Adrienne Rodgers Director of Service Cork City Council Community, Culture & Placemaking Co-Chair Cork Learning City and GLLiC Growing Lifelong Learning in Cork

A chairde, Fáilte romhaibh go léir chuig ár Féile Foghlama 2020.

It is with great pride that I welcome you this year’s Lifelong Learning Festival in Cork.

In my first year in CETB, I have seen many great examples of how collaboration between the community, state and private sectors contribute to the experience of lifelong learning for people in Cork. Lifelong Learning builds the capacity of all us to adapt to an ever changing society and economy.

The Lifelong Learning Festival is a unique event, one that has captured the imagination of people both in the city and beyond and continues to grow and develop after 17 years.

I want to thank the organising committee, in particular the hairperson Willie McAuliffe, the co-ordinator Siubhán McCarthy, and all the people from the voluntary, community, state and private sectors who contribute to this ongoing success in so many ways Denis Leamy Chief Executive, Cork Education and Training Board

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Cork is one of the most important partners of UIL with regards to Learning City Development – UNESCO INSTITUTE FOR LIFELONG LEARNING 2018

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

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EVENT LISTINGS MULTI DAY EVENTS

Multi Day Events

09:00 - 17:00

Review Central Exhibition St. John’s Central College, Sawmill st EXHIBITION | CREATIVE

Showcasing how students explore the creative process as part of their education. Student’s work in a diverse range of creative visual media and applied art; all work is underlined by a strong emphasis on learning about process – both designing and making.

021 4255500 www.stjohnscollege.ie

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09:00HRS

Teacher and Student Art Exhibition & Art Competition Cork College of Commerce, Morrison’s Island, T12H685 EXHIBITION | CREATIVE

Exhibition of mixed art work by teaching and support staff in the college, and by the wide variety of learners here in the college. Last year’s entries ranged from watercolours and oils to craft work with buttons, ribbons and the results were quite spectacular.

021 4222100 www.corkcollegeofcommerce.ie

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

9:00 - 17:00

James Barry Exhibition Centre, CIT, Bishopstown CIT Access, CIT Arts Office, CIT CCAD

Awards and prizes are presented, as a recognition of the effort put in and the result achieved.

The student artists will be invited with their families, friends, teachers and principals to a formal exhibition launch on Tuesday, 31st March at 11am.

WORKSHOP | SCIENCE / TECHNOLOGY

A marine themed science workshop, followed by a visit to the participating class by an Explorers education officer in early May. Lifetime Lab will invite over 40 Cork City Schools to engage in hands on activities on various themes. The return school visit offers the class an opportunity present and discuss their project work. Both visits will involve fun activities assessing the childrens ocean literacy and they will be awarded an Explorers Certificate of Participation on completion.

FOR BOOKINGS Joanne Tuohy 021 4941500

lifetimelab@corkcity.ie www.lifetimelab.ie

9.30 -12:00 DAILY

Learning for life in a Special School Lavanagh Centre, Ballintemple T12 NT26

9:00 - 17:00 DAILY

Pavee Print Project

EXHIBITION | CREATIVE/ CULTURE

21 MAX FOR BOOKINGS

Pauline Meade schoolofdivinechild@gmail.com 021 4291804

SAT

Collection of prints created by students from across the Travelling Community in collaboration with Cork Print Maker. Young travellers creatvely express their identiy and culture created under the direction of the artist and tutor Leanne McDonagh.

FRI

Cork City Hall, Anglesea St. CIT Access, Cork Traveller Interagency Group, Cork Print Makers

THU

Learning for Life in a Special School is an exhibition of work completed by students in a wide range of learning situations including construction, art and craft, science, PE, Mathematics, Music, Home Economics, Social and Personal Health, Wellbeing and other curricular areas

WED

School of the Divine Child EXHIBITION | EDUCATION

linkedschools@cit.ie

TUE

All art work submitted from participating schools will be exhibited in the James Barry Exhibition Centre.

Old Cork Waterworks, Lee Road, T23 N828 Lifetime Lab

MON

Students from CIT Access Linked Schools were invited to participate in a programme aims to encourage students to use creativity and artistic processes to respond to the theme, and to help them to visualise their future progression through education.

“Explorers” Marine Science

SUN

EXHIBITION | EDUCATION / CREATIVE

9:30 - 14:00

MULTI DAY

My Education, My Future - Art Initiative

SUN

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

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EVENT LISTINGS MULTI DAY EVENTS

10:00 - 16:00

The Cork House Name Project History & Folklore Exhibition CSN College, Tramore Rd. T12 AC91 Colaiste Stiofain Naofa EXHIBITION | HISTORY

An archaeological photographic survey of the given house names of those living in the suburbs of Cork and its environs through time. It seeks to explore and analyse the cultural associations and aspirations of different families in different localities and the social history of specific naming trends and the varying manner of house name display

13:00HRS DAILY

Cork 1920 - The Burning of a City St. Peter’s Cork, North Main St EXHIBITION | HISTORY

Join our guided tour and find out about Cork 1920 - a hugely tumultuous year in the city’s lifespan – a year that saw two Lord Mayors die tragically, curfews and martial law imposed and the Crown Forces’ image of invincibility wane. A shocking end to an already tension-filled year, 1920 came to a head with the Burning of the City on the 11th December.

35 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

Shane Lehane & Tim Murphy www.csn.ie

info@stpeterscork.ie 021 4278187

10:00 - 16:30 DAILY CLOSED 13HRS - 14HRS

15:00HRS

Our World in Black & White Knocknaheeny

Community Centre, Harbour View Rd EXHIBITION | PHOTOGRAPHY / CREATIVE

Exhibition of photographs by members of the Knocknaheeney camera club. Each member has a particular & interesting point of view and approach that they have used to create new and different images. They want to share their favourite photos in Black & White with everyone in the community.

jorumavi@jorumavi.com www.jorumavi.com

13:00 - 14:00

Stellarium Workshops

Castle Rd, T12 YW52 CIT Blackrock Castle Observatory

Daily Walking Tour of UCC Visitor’s Centre, North Wing, UCC UCC TOUR | CULTURE

Join a guide led tour and become immersed in the rich history of UCC. Visit the Honan Chapel, the President’s Garden once hidden by high stone walls and the Crawford Observatory. The tours are 75 minutes and in English. Visitors can also visit UCC’s Ogham Stone collection; ancient quarried slabs of stone illustrating an early form of the Irish language. Experience 19th century Ireland ravaged by The Great Famine, with UCC’s ‘Án Bothán’ a replica of a famine cabin or ‘mud hut’, inhabited by Ireland’s poorest families.

(Accompanied) jp.quinn@ucc.ie www.ucc.ie

WORKSHOP | SCIENCE / TECHNOLOGY

Turn your home computer into a planetarium with the free offline software Stellarium. Our in-house performance astronomers will be on hand as you open your eyes to the wonders of the Universe!

Workshop for adults, groups please pre-book.

20 MAX

Rob O’ Sullivan www.bco.ie 8

021 4326120

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

VARIOUS TIMES

VARIOUS TIMES

Photography & Creative Writing Exhibition Cork College of Commerce, Morrison’s Island, T12H685

MULTI DAY

Accidental Triggers by Ofri Cnaani

EXHIBITION | CREATIVE / LITERATURE

TUE

EXHIBITION | TECHNOLOGY

31 MARCH TO 4 APRIL (CLOSED MONDAY) Discover Cork’s Medieval Past Elizabeth Fort, Barrack Street, Cork, T12 C8AO TOUR / EXHIBITION | HISTORY / CULTURE

12:00 - 1700 Sunday

WED

Tues - Sat 10:00 -17:00 Learn about the history of the fort and Cork in the medieval period. Our new exhibition ‘Walls Women Water’ tells the fascinating story of female prisoners incarcerated within the fort in the 19th Century. Family friendly Tours @ 13:00 daily

THU

Artist Ofri Cnaani works in diverse media including performance, installation, and print. Her performances are often made for one person at the time, offering new perspectives on the concept of ‘mediation’ through the tension between the age-old occult and the omniscient digital world. She invites visitors, one by one, to sit in for a live A.S.M.R. test that predicts their ‘algorithmic fate’: a map of products, words, news clippings and social connections. The exhibition explores questions surrounding data collection and algorithmic prediction. In addition, it examines aspects of electronic colonialism in the context of e-production.

MON

Triskel Gallery Space, Tobin Street, T12 WYY0 Triskel Arts Centre

021 4222100 www.corkcollegeofcommerce.ie

SUN

This exhibition showcases the visual and written work of students and teachers who are attending the Cork College of Commerce both by night and day. It offers an opportunity to members of the public to view the creative efforts of the students and teachers studying and working in the college.

elizabethfort@corkcity.ie 021 492 4305 www.elizabethfort.ie

FRI

50 MAX 021 4272022 www.triskelartscentre.ie

VARIOUS TIMES

Our World in Black & White EXHIBITION | PHOTOGRAPHY / CREATIVE

SUN

Five community groups from around the city and county are getting together to showcase their latest works. This project has been ongoing for several months and the participants are excited to share their favourite photos in Black & White.

SAT

The Glucksman, UCC, T12 V1WH

www.glucksman.org & www.jorumavi.com CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

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EVENT LISTINGS MULTI DAY EVENTS

Multi Day Cork City Library Events 10.00 - 17.30

A Rare “Ulysses” Exhibition

10.00 - 17.30

Exhibition of sculptures by Krzysiek Rosa inspired by The Joker’s dance The City Library, 57-61 Grand Parade, T12 NT99 EXHIBITION | CREATIVE / CULTURE

The City Library, Reference Library, 57-61 Grand Parade, T12 NT99

Release the demons and win the sculpture! Short prose/poetry competition maximum 100 words themed around mental health. Enter via email

A 1935 edition of James Joyce’s Ulysses, on loan to Cork City Libraries, is on display in the Reference Department. It is one of only 250 worldwide, signed by both James Joyce and Henri Matisse and includes full page etchings, preparatory sketches and publisher’s slip-case

021 492 4900

EXHIBITION | LITERATURE / CREATIVE

021 4924900

10.00 - 17.30

From Borrowed Space to Cyberspace

Ballincollig Library, The Village Centre, P31 H674 EXHIBITION | HISTORY

10.00 - 17.30

Cork’s Boxing Story Tory Top Library, Ballyphehane T12 WP57 EXHIBITION | HISTORY / SPORT

An exhibition exploring the history of boxing in Cork 021 492 4934

Direct’ Photography Exhibition

A History of Cork City Libraries 021 238 9797

10.00 - 17.30

Giant Connect Four

Hollyhill Library, Harbour View Road, T23 N250 GAMES / PLAY | PLAY EVENT

Enjoy an interactive game of Connect Four on a giant game, a Playful Cities Initiative.

The City Library, 57-61 Grand Parade, T12 NT99 EXHIBITION | PHOTOGRAPHY / CREATIVE

An exhibition of photographs by John Minihan taken at a showcase event at The Friary Bar in June 2019. This was collaboration between writers in Direct Provision in Cork, Fiction at the Friary and UCC. Exhibition launch Thursday 2 April at 6.30pm will run until April 17th 2020

10.00 - 17.30

Mary Elmes - ‘I got things done’ Glanmire Library, Hazelwood Shopping Centre, T45 E034 EXHIBITION | HISTORY / WOMEN

The remarkable story of Mary Elmes 021 4821 627

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CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

10.00 - 17.30

Frank O’Connor Library, Old Youghal Road, Mayfield, T23 E651

Blackpool Library, Redforge Road, T23 AP11

Mayfield Arts Centre - Art Exhibition EXHIBITION | CREATIVE

EXHIBITION | HISTORY

Seamus Murphy and the Building of the Church of the Annunciation, Blackpool – Tom Foley & The Blackpool Historical Society

SUN

An exhibition of paintings and prints from participants of current classes in Mayfield Arts Centre

Seamus Murphy Exhibition

MULTI DAY

10.00 - 17.30

021 4924933

10.00 - 17.30

MON

No Longer Forgotten: Cork Women of the Revolution The City Library, 57-61 Grand Parade, T12 NT99 EXHIBITION | HISTORY / WOMEN

TUE

Find out more about Cork Women of the Revolution

10.00 - 17.30

One book One Community 2019/2020 Exhibition WED

Hollyhill Library, Harbour View Road, T23 N250 EXHIBITION | LITERATURE & LITERACY

THU

An Exhibition featuring art work from parents and students of local schools and preschools in the Hollyhill/Churchfield community, based on this year’s chosen books ‘The Iron Man’ and ‘We’re going on a Bear Hunt’.

10.00 - 17.30

Photographers Unite

FRI

Blackpool Library, Redforge Road, T23 AP11 EXHIBITION | CREATIVE / PHOTOGRAPHY

A project of collaborative work from The Photo Legends and The Norries Camera Club

10.00 - 17.30

SAT

Robert Gibbings Exhibition

Bishopstown Library, Wilton T12 RR84 EXHIBITION | CULTURE /LLITERATURE

The life and work of Cork artist, engraver and author Robert Gibbings

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

SUN

www.corkcitylibraries.ie

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EVENT LISTINGS SUNDAY 7TH

Cork Playful City ‘Cork Plays’ uses playfulness and games as a tool to break down barriers, to engage and build relationships across all communities.

Cork City is exploring the different ways that we can make our city more playful, whether through events and festivals or through specific initiatives which the ‘Cork Plays’ project will roll out over the next two years.

Sunday 29th March, (the first day of the 2020 Festival) is designated a Cork City ‘Play Day’.

Groups and organisations throughout the city have been inventive about incorporating playfulness and games into their events.

Cork Plays part of a European Union funded project called Playful Paradigm and is supported

by Cork City Council, Cork City Public Participation Network, Cork Healthy City and Learning Cities.

#WeAreCork #CorkLovesLearning #CorkPlays

This will be the first of many occasions across the week when Corks open and public spaces will come alive with play and games.

C’mon .... join in the fun !

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CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

MULTI DAY SUN MON

Sunday TUE

29 MARCH

WED THU

11.00 - 15.00

Family Play Open Day OPEN EVENT | HISTORY / PLAY

– GEORGE BERNARD SHAW

021 4193580 www.nanonagleplace.ie

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

SUN

We don’t stop playing because we grow old; we grow old because we stop playing.”

SAT

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Children are VIPS in Nano Nagle place, just as Nano herself would have wanted. We invite kids of ALL ages to come and explore our museum and grounds. Let us know how playful it is by filling in our survey. We are giving all the grownups permission to play too, so you don’t have to be a child or with a child to come and play with us! With special visitors the Irish Girl Guides, this is also a great chance to find out more about #givinggirlsconfidence !

FRI

Nano Nalge Place, Museum Nano Nagle Place/ Irish Girl Guides

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EVENT LISTINGS SUNDAY 7TH

11.00 - 13.00

Library Pop-Up Space The Marina, Cork City Cork City Libraries

11:00 - 13:00

Woodturning Demonstration and Lesson

OPEN EVENT | CULTURE

Find out how we support Cork’s Playful City Initiative. Enjoy some outdoor reading and have fun with our playful story and rhyme sessions.

Library staff will be on hand to give information about our wide range of services for all ages.

021 4924903 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

Unit O15, Marina Commercial Park Benchspace Cork DEMONSTRATION / CLASS | CREATIVE / CRAFT / WOOD

Well-known Woodturner Tony Farrell will demonstrate Woodturning techniques. Tony works with local Irish woods and has lots of ‘tree knowledge’ and harvesting expertise. He will also include a short lesson, inviting people to try out the Woodturning Lathe. Drop in to view, chat, and try your hand at the Craft of Woodturning.

FOR BOOKINGS alice@benchspacecork.ie www.benchspacecork.ie

11:00 - 13:00

Open for Play on the Marina

The Marina, Cork City Ballintemple Residents Association Cork Playful City Forum & Cork Sports Partnership & Cork City Council OUTDOOR EVENT | PLAY EVENT

Outdoor play and activity This iconic riverside area of our city will be a hub of activity for two hours to allow everyone (with a special emphasis on children) to make use of the space for recreation. Come along to experience a range of outdoor games & activities including paddle boarding, kayaking, street games, sports, suitable for all ages & abilities. Cork Playful City Forum has been established to support greater opportunities for play in Cork City.

www.corkhealthycities.com

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CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

12:00 - 14:00

Aula Maxima, UCC UCC DEMONSTRATION | ENVIRONMENT / ECOLOGY

Music around Midday Crawford Art Gallery, Emmet Place, T12 TNE6 PERFORMANCE MUSIC

The ROSC Ensemble is recently-established, formed by a group of friends coming together to enjoy shared favourite repertoire, particularly early and polyphonic music.

The ROSC Ensemble aims to create a relaxed performance atmosphere, encouraging audience interaction and exploration of the acoustic beauty of Cork’s iconic buildings.

MON

021 4907862 www.crawfordartgallery.ie

SUN

The School of Biological, Earth and Environmental Sciences (BEES) at UCC has an active zoo research group interested in animal behaviour, education, enrichment and humananimal interactions in the zoo. We conduct much of our research at Fota Wildlife Park. Inspiring conservation action several hands-on exhibits show you simple steps to protect endangered animals and the environment.

12:30 - 13:00

MULTI DAY

Conservation Action: You can help save endangered species

14:00 - 15.30

Dr Courtney Collins courtney.collins@ucc.ie

Play & Create Workshop WORKSHOP | CREATIVE / CULTURE

Triskel Gallery Space, Tobin Street, T12 WYY0 Triskel Arts Centre

Come and discover the power of play at this creative workshop! Family-friendly and free to attend, all are welcome to embrace their playful side and create something special in the heart of the gallery. All materials provided.

Overburden by Fiona Kelly

EXHIBITION | ENVIRONMENT / ECOLOGY

021 4907862 www.crawfordartgallery.ie THU

Fiona Kelly is drawn to the rapid metamorphosis of territory, both urban and rural, in an age of environmental crisis. Specifically, her research into wasteland and abandoned spaces addresses themes of ecology and society. This exhibition featuring recent and newly made works examining connections between the built environment, sense of place, displacement and topography; co-produced with Cork Printmakers.

WED

12:00 - 20:00

TUE

Crawford Art Gallery, Emmet Place, T12 TNE6 Playful Paradigm

FRI

021 4272022 www.triskelartscentre.ie

SAT

30 MAX

Event is family friendly

This event is part of the ‘Cork Playful City’ Project

This event has a maximum number of people allowed in the venue. Booking is recommended.

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

SUN

Event venue is wheelchair accessible

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EVENT LISTINGS SUNDAY 7TH

14:00 - 15:00

14:00 - 17:00

Crawford Art Gallery, Emmet Place, T12 TNE6 Playful Paradigm

The Glucksman, UCC, T12 V1WH

TOUR | CREATIVE / CULTURE

Full listing see page 9

Playful Portraits Tour

Portraits can be powerful AND playful! In this fun tour of the Zurich Portrait Prize and Young Portrait Prize, discover works from artists aged 3 years and up.

021 4907862 www.crawfordartgallery.ie

14:00 - 15:00

Make your own Soap!

23, St. Stephen’s Street (Off Tower Street), T12A 2TT St. Stephen’s Sustainable Food Lab (SFL) DEMONSTRATION | ENVIRONMENT / ECOLOGY

Soap making demonstration using herbs/flowers from our garden

60 MAX

Our World in Black & White EXHIBITION | CREATIVE

info@glucksman.org 021 490 1844

15:00 - 16:00

Make your own eco friendly home cleaning products 23, St. Stephen’s Street (Off Tower Street), T12A 2TT St. Stephen’s Sustainable Food Lab (SFL) DEMONSTRATION | ENVIRONMENT / ECOLOGY

Eco friendly home cleaning products demonstration using natural products

60 MAX

marsnolan@yahoo.com

15.00 - 17.00

Faces of Learning Exhibition

marsnolan@yahoo.com

The Aula Maxima, UCC UCC/ Cork Learning Neighbourhoods

14:00 - 16:00

CELEBRATION / EXHIBITION | CREATIVE / CULTURE

Unit O15, Marina Commercial Park Benchspace Cork

Portrait photographs celebrating learners in Cork City of all ages, interests, abilities and backgrounds.

Make your own Wooden Birdbox WORKSHOP | CREATIVE / CRAFT / WOOD

Assemble and bring home your own wooden birdbox. Our experienced tutor, and fine furniture maker Anthony Alyward will guide you through the assembling processes and will answer any questions along the way. A beautiful item in any garden and just in time for Spring nesting

60 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

jennifer.walsh@ucc.ie

FOR BOOKINGS alice@benchspacecork.ie www.benchspacecork.ie

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CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

15:00 - 16:00

Unit O15, Marina Commercial Park Benchspace Cork DEMONSTRATION/ EXHIBITION | CREATIVE / CRAFT / JEWELLERY

021 4193580 www.nanonagleplace.ie

17.00 – 18.00

Stories - Old and New The Aula Maxima, UCC. Cork Yarnspinners

MON

alice@benchspacecork.ie www. benchspacecork.ie

40 MAX

SUN

A Jewellery demonstration with Annemarie Reinhold, designer, artist and maker. Gain insights into her creative process and she will demonstrate how to create and work with sheet metal. The demonstration will look at different techniques to turn the metal into 3D forms..

Participants will hear about the history Cork Jewish community and will listen and dance to the music of their eastern European Jewish cultural origins.

MULTI DAY

Jewellery Demonstration & Exhibition

PERFORMANCE/TALK | CREATIVE

16.00 - 17.00

Pop-Up Klezmer

WED

Paddy O’ Brien corkyarnspinner@gmail.com 086 8732394

TUE

Story-telling is alive and well. Come to the Aula Maxima to enjoy the age old art of story-telling.

Stories told by a variety of different storytellers.

18.00 - 19.00

PERFORMANCE/WORKSHOP | CULTURE / MUSIC

TALK | EDUCATION

The study of Dante stands as the cornerstone of the Italian Studies curriculum This talk looks at the work of the most prolific and innovative Dante lecturer of the Victorian period, Philip Henry Wicksteed. Participants will be able to examine a large and miscellaneous body of archival evidence (annotated syllabi, lecturers reports, exams, attendance records) relating to Wicksteed’s teachings Dr Federica Coluzzi Federica.coluzzi@ucc.ie

SUN

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

SAT

The event in Nano Nagle Place will be a performance of lively klezmer music, with a chance to learn some traditional dances, and to join in simple traditional Yiddish songs. Klezmer is Jewish wedding music, the heartbeat of lost eastern European communities, evoking joy, wildness, and sadness, resonating across time and space, making your feet tap, eyebrows rise, and spirit soar. During the performance, Marnina Winkler - Researcher/Presenter/Performer will give a short talk about the history of the Jewish community in Cork.

Boole 5, UCC UCC

FRI

Pop-Up Klezmer are a group of six Cork-based musicians - Ruti Lachs, Colum Pettit, Eileen Healy, Jorge Kachmari, Salvatore Curatolo, and Brian Leach - who play violin, accordion, clarinet, guitar, trombone, percussion, and double bass.

A (Social) History of Teaching Dante in Nineteenth-century THU

Nano Nagle Place, Heritage Lecture Theatre (Douglas Street Entrance) Pop-up Klezmer

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EVENT LISTINGS MONDAY 8TH

MULTI DAY EVENTS HAPPENING TODAY

FOR FULL LISTING SEE PAGE

“Explorers” Marine Science Workshop Old Cork Waterworks, Lee Road, T23 N828

Direct’ Photography Exhibition

10

Exhibition of sculptures by Krzysiek Rosa

10

The City Library, Grand Parade, T12 NT99 The City Library, 57-61 Grand Parade, Cork, T12 NT99

My Education, My Future - Art Initiative

7

No Longer Forgotten - History Exhibition

11

Our World in Black & White

8

Photography & Creative Writing Exhibition

9

Review Central Exhibition

6

Robert Gibbings Exhibition

11

Teacher and Student Art Exhibition & Competition

6

The Cork House Name Project - Exhibition

8

Walking Tour of UCC

8

James Barry Exhibition Centre, CIT, Bishopstown The City Library, Grand Parade, T12 NT99

Knocknaheeny Community Centre, Harbour View Rd Cork College of Commerce, Morrison’s Island, T12H685 St. John’s Central College, Sawmill st Bishopstown Library, Wilton T12 RR84 Cork College of Commerce, Morrison’s Island, T12H685 CSN College, Tramore Rd. T12 AC91 Visitor’s Centre, UCC

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CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

MULTI DAY SUN MON

Monday

The Cork House Name Project Exhibition CSN College, Tramore Rd. T12 AC91 Colaiste Stiofain Naofa

TUE

30TH MARCH

10:00 - 16:00

EXHIBITION | HISTORY

THU

Shane Lehane & Tim Murphy 021 4961020 www.csn.ie

WED

An archaeological photographic survey of the given house names of those living in the suburbs of Cork and its environs through time. It seeks to explore and analyse the cultural associations and aspirations of different families in different localities and the social history of specific naming trends and the varying manner of house name display

10:00 - 17:00

Bishopstown Library, T12 RR84 National Perinatal Epidemiology Centre, UCC, HSE, HRB EXHIBITION | HEALTH & WELLBEING

– BENJAMIN FRANKLIN

A tender insight into the world of pregnancies with a diagnosis of intrauterine growth restriction.

Photographs taken by mothers during their pregnancies and shortly after the birth of their babies. A view into this world of waiting, worrying, preparing and all the love and work involved in bringing these tiny babies into the world.

SUN

Tell me and I forget.

Teach me and I remember.

Involve me and I learn.’

SAT

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FRI

‘Developing a picture of us’

Sara Leitão & Sarah Meaney Npec@ucc.ie CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

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EVENT LISTINGS MONDAY 8TH

10:00 - 11:30

10:00 - 12:00

Knocknaheeny Community Building, Foyle Avenue, Cork City Partnership

LINC 11a White St Cork. T12 D36W LINC

CLASS | CREATIVE / PHOTOGRAPHY

Training for those who are interested in learning skills to support LGBTI+ people. By the end of the workshop participants will have become familiar with the current terminology and definitions, have an increased awareness of the issues and challenges that LGBTI+ people face and feel confident in engaging and supporting LGBTI+ people

Digital Photography Class

Get useful tips and guidance on photography.

Information will be available on other courses and activities running in the area The digital photography class runs on a regular basis, it is open to new members.

LGBTI+ Awareness Training CLASS / WORKSHOP | EDUCATION

Noreen & Norma NO’Regan@partnershipcork.ie 021 4399503 22 MAX

10:00 - 11:30

Try out Tai Chi Niche Health Project Cork, HSE Building Harbour View Road, Knocknaheeny T23 XY16 CLASS | HEALTH & WELLBEING / EXERCISE

In the workshop the benefits of Tai Chi for mental and physical health is experienced by partaking in a Tai Chi session. Relaxation and breathing will also be explored through using Tai Chi. It is anticipated that a maximum of 40 will be able to take part. Light Refreshments will be available

info@nicheonline.ie 021 4300135 www.nicheonline.ie

FOR BOOKINGS

Kate info@linc.ie 021-4808600 www.linc.ie

10:00 - 12:00

Aromatherapy Mahon Family Resource Centre, T12 Y180 CLASS | HEALTH & WELLBEING

Come and enjoy a morning of relaxation with Teresa and her class. Explore the remedial value of essential oils and relaxation in Mahon Family 3 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

Jenny Liu info@frcentre.ie 021 4358866

10:00 - 13:00

Life Drawing

CSN College, Tramore Rd. T12 AC91 Colaiste Stiofain Naofa CLASS | CREATIVE

Introduction to Life Drawing for Adults who are interested in exploring the human figure, all welcome.

15 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

Bartley Burns bartley.burns@csn.ie 021 4961020

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CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

10:00 - 13:00

Knocknaheeny Community Building, Foyle Avenue, Cork City Partnership

18 MAX

OPEN EVENT | EDUCATION

FOR BOOKINGS

carol.osullivan@nln.ie 087 6674282 or 021 4509021

11.00 - 12.00

MON

Start There, Get Here: ACC Community Pathways Program Room 202, The O’Rahilly Building, UCC UCC / Austin Commuinity College

Noreen & Norma NO’Regan@partnershipcork.ie 021 4399503

SUN

View a wonderful exhibition of locally produced artwork and craft. From 10.00-11.30 today there will also be an open digital photography class where you can get useful tips and guidance on photography. Information will be available on other courses and activities running in the area.

TALK | EDUCATION

10:00 - 14.15

The Justice Project Centre, Knocknaheeny (next to Super Valu) impact our community matters INFO SESSION | EDUCATION / SCIENCE / TECH

Donald Tracy dtracy@austincc.edu

WED

Let’s entice girls into the engineering field, the pupils will be making bridges from spaggetti, presented by ARUP.

In Austin Commuinty College Texas we listen, design, and implement: A program dedicated to offering courses that fit the schedule, location, and needs of the community. We build bridges to success for our students through accessible and affordable educational opportunities that meet their needs, where they are.

TUE

Engineering for Girls

10.30HRS

Step-up to Your Health Initiative

Young @ Heart Office, Douglas Community Park, Church Road, Douglas Young @ Heart Douglas

FOR BOOKINGS

D Osullivan donosullivan@mail.com 087 6574464

THU

30 MAX

goal setting sessions that are up to 40 minutes long with a member of our experienced team.

Booking essential.

MULTI DAY

Exhibition & Open Day

CLASS | HEALTH & WELLBEING

Mental Health & Wellbing Goal Setting Sessions

INFORMATION SESSION | HEALTH & WELLBEING

15 MAX

Phil Goodman philgoodman01@gmail.com 087 2987161

SUN

ON Thursday as well - see page 63 The Focus Programme team would like to offer people the opportunity to learn about goal setting, its role in mental health and wellbeing and how to set SMART goals in life. We are offering one-to-one

SAT

National Learning Network, 26 Penrose Wharf The Focus Programme

FRI

10:00 - 15.30

Exercise boosts physical and mental health and research shows the importance of exercise for older people for protecting cognitive health.

Encouraging older people to increase their step-count and improve their health and wellbeing this is a six-week course each participant receives a step-tracker to count their steps for the duration. As part of this project your height, weight, walking speed , heart rate will be assessed also cognitive memory and emotional well being. Monitored every two weeks by researchers from UCC.

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

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EVENT LISTINGS MONDAY 8TH

10:00 - 11:30

11:45 - 13:30

Write Together Adult Literacy Scheme, Education and Rights Centre, 5 Churchfield Avenue Cork Anti-Poverty Resource Network

Niche Health Project Cork, HSE Building Harbour View Road, Knocknaheeny, T23 XY16

TALK | LITERATURE / LITERACY

Learn about breathing and relaxation and this will be transferred into how you use your voice to sing. Singing also helps your memory and there is a great social aspect to being part of a group.

Refreshments available. A regular singing group that meets and performs throughout the year.

Become a Volunteer Literacy Tutor

Write Together is part of the CETB Adult Education Service supporting the right of every adult to basic education by offering adult learners the opportunity to better their reading, writing, maths and computer skills in an atmosphere that is friendly, relaxed and encouraging. Trained volunteer literacy tutors undertake a 12 week, 2 _ hour course. Afterwards we ask for a two hour per week commitment.

FOR BOOKINGS Elizabeth Madden resourceworkercaprn@gmail.com 021-4307969

Sing Your Heart Out’ Workshop

DEMONSTRATION/WORKSHOP | MUSIC / SONG

40 MAX

Mary Byrd info@nicheonline.ie www.nicheonline.ie

12.15 - 13.15 11:00 - 13:00

Paperclay bowls demo with Jim Turner

Music Improvisation Basics and Beyond!

North Monastery Road, T23 XA44 Cork Academy of Music CLASS | MUSIC

Improve your Improvisation Skills! For beginners upwards.

10 MAX

27A St. Patricks Woollen Mills, T12 H932 Cork Craft & Design DEMONSTRATION | CREATIVE / CRAFT

Join ceramicist Jim Turner for this hands-on Demo as he talks us through the different techniques of paperclay based on his bowls and other forms.

FOR BOOKINGS 021 436 8365 www.corkcraftanddesign.com

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FOR BOOKINGS

021 4210573 www.corkacademyofmusic.ie

12.45 -13.45

Lunchtime Concert (BTEI) Music program North Monastery Road, T23 XA44 Cork Academy of Music PERFORMANCE | MUSIC

Rock and Pop Genre , Followed by Q & A / information session on BTEI music program in CAM. admin@corkacademyofmusic.ie

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

12:30 - 14:00

Convent Place, Crosse’s Green, T12 C673 Welcome English Language Centre

13.30 - 15:00

Guided Tour of Blarney Castle & Gardens

MULTI DAY

Explore Other Cultures

OPEN EVENT | CULTURE / LANGUAGE / FOOD

SUN

Learn about some of the culture and traditions of the countries of origin of our students. Taste delicious food, chat with our students and see an exhibition of some of the work from the ‘Crafty Bits’ project.

Blarney Castle & Gardens TOUR | HISTORY

13.00 - 14.00

Cork City Hall, Anglesea St. CIT Access, Cork Traveller Interagency Group, Cork Print Makers EXHIBITION | EDUCATION / CULTURE / HISTORY

30 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

Paul O’Sullivan socialmedia@blarneycastle.ie

13:00 - 14:00

WED

Collection of prints created by students from across the Travelling Community in collaboration with Cork Print Makers

TUE

Launch of Traveller Student Print Project

Experience the engaging history of Blarney Castle and explore the 60 acres of wonderful gardens as Adam and Paul take you on a relaxing stroll through everything Blarney Castle & Gardens has to offer.

MON

Ann Bracken welcomeenglish@hotmail.com 021 4316537 www.welcomeenglish.ie

Stellarium Workshops Castle Rd, T12 YW52 CIT Blackrock Castle Observatory WORKSHOP | SCIENCE / TECHNOLOGY

Turn your home computer into a planetarium with the free offline software Stellarium. Our in-house performance astronomers will be on hand as you open your eyes to the wonders of the Universe!

Groups please pre-book.

‘Hungry for Meaning’ philosophy & food Room 101, O’ Rahilly Building, UCC UCC

Rob O’ Sullivan 021 4326120 www.bco.ie

SUN

A philosophy workshop inviting you to reflect on what food means to you. What role does food play in your life? Is it fuel for your body? A way to connect with loved ones? An expression of your culture? Practice mindful eating with a philosophical twist. Learn how Aristotle’s ethics can help us set food-related goals to enhance our health and our lives.

20 MAX

SAT

CLASS/WORKSHOP | FOOD & NUTRITION

FRI

13.00 - 14.00

THU

leanne.mcdonagh@cit.ie 021-4326240 www.cit.ie/access

Margaret Steele Margaret.steele@ucc.ie CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

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EVENT LISTINGS MONDAY 8TH

Various Music Workshops North Monastery Road, T23 XA44 Cork Academy of Music CLASS | MUSIC

13.30 - 14.30

Guitar for Beginners

Strut along to our introductory workshop (Don’t forget your Guitar) 10 MAX

13:45 - 14:45

Introduction to basic Rhythm

Workshop for beginners. Booking essential call between 9.00am-2.00pm. 10 MAX

13:45 - 14:45

Music Technology for Beginners

Come along and experience an inclusive, interactive introduction to music technology in a group setting in our Music Technology laboratory - Booking essential - call between 9.00am-2.00pm 10 MAX

14.30 - 15.30

Basic Stagecraft for Musicians

Acquire essential performance enhancing stage presence skills. Booking essential - call between 9.00am-2.00pm 10 MAX

14.30 - 15.30

Piano Accordion and Button Accordion Enthusiasts For beginners upwards. Booking essential 10 MAX

BOOKING ESSENTIAL 021 4210573 www.corkacademyofmusic.ie

13:00 - 14:00

College Festival Opening Cork College of Commerce, Morrison’s Island, T12H685 OPEN EVENT | EDUCATION

The 2020 Festival kicks off in the city campus.

Staff highlight the value of the festival and to also promote the various events that will take place in the campus during the week. It will also be an opportunity for students to meet and discuss the value of Lifelong Learning using their own experiences to frame the discussion.

David Tyrrell queries@ccoc.ie www.corkcollegeofcommerce.ie

14.30 - 17.00

Art Group

Bishopstown Library, Wilton T12 RR84 Cork City Libraries OPEN EVENT | CREATIVE

Bring along your canvas and paints to our art group where you can create your works in the company of other artists

021 492 4950 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

14:00 - 15:00

Why Donald Trump is still in office, post-Impeachment Room G20, The O’ Rahilly Building , UCC. UCC TALK | POLITICS/ CURRENT AFFAIRS

Examining the 3rd impeachment of a sitting US President and why that President, Donald J. Trump still remains in office. We reflect on what the psychological, structural and social factors that provide just the right conditions that make it almost impossible to dislodge leaders who have the capacity for destructive behaviour.

Dr Cliodhna MacKenzie cmackenzie@ucc.ie 021 490 2633

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CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

14:00 - 16:00

Cork Craft & Design, 27A St. Patricks Woollen Mills, T12 H932 Cork Craft & Design DEMONSTRATION | CREATIVE / CRAFT

FOR BOOKINGS 021 436 8365 www.corkcraftanddesign.com

Ballyphehane Togher CDP Sexual Health Centre WORKSHOP | HEALTH & WELLBEING

Workshop geared at youth workers, teachers or other professionals who are engaged in the delivery of sex and relationships education to young people. Participants will be introduced to the WISE tool which was designed to support professionals in the delivery of Sex and Relationships workshops. A support manual will also be provided to all participants on completion of the training.

15 MAX

Learning Factory : Hydroelectric Power Station Tour

FOR BOOKINGS

MON

14:00 - 17:00

WISE Facilitation Training

SUN

See listing at 11:00 on Pg 22

14:00 - 16:00

MULTI DAY

Paperclay bowls demo with Jim Turner

philcorcoran@sexualhealthcentre.com 021 4275837 www.sexualhealthcentre.com TUE

14:00 - 16:00

40th Anniversary Celebration of Terence MacSwiney

TOUR STEM

Join us for our flag raising ceremony celebrating the 40th anniversary of the opening of Terence Mac Swiney CC, the first year of Gaelcholáiste Mhic Shuibhne and the Centenary of Terence Mac Swiney’s death. Discover the life and legacy of one of Cork’s great heroes in the school that bears his name. A collection of memorabilia, correspondence and writings will be on display and there will be a presentation by local historian Gerry White on the events leading up to his death in 1920

SAT

Eva Winters tmscc@tms.corketb.ie 021 4397740 www.tmscc.ie

FRI

25 MAX FOR BOOKINGS Booking is essential https://esbtour.eventbrite.ie www.esb.ie

CELEBRATION / EXHIBITION | HISTORY

THU

The event is being hosted by the ESB as part of their ongoing workplace partnership with CIT School of Mechanical, Electrical and Process Engineering . This is a unique opportunity to see the internal workings of a hydroelectric power station. The river Lee hydro-electric scheme has a number of important benefits for the people of Cork including the generation of green electricity, the storage of water for the Cork Harbour water supply and the creation of a significant leisure amenity. Tour on Wednesday also Pg 51

WED

Curraleigh, Inniscarra, Co. Cork ESB & CIT - Cork Institute of Technology

Harbourview Rd, Knocknaheeny, T23 DY01 Terence Mac Swiney Community College / Gaelcholáiste Mhic Shuibhne / Cork ETB

SUN

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

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EVENT LISTINGS MONDAY 8TH

14:00 - 16:00

Jewellery Making Mahon Family Resource Centre, T12 Y180 CLASS / WORKSHOP | CREATIVE

Make beautiful handmade jewellery.

Refreshment’s provided. Regular ongoing class

3 MAX

Multi-agency collaboration, social inclusion and equality Garden Café, Assumption Rd, Blackpool, Cork, T23 FDT4, Cork Equal and Sustainable Communities Alliance (CESCA) / Community Academic Research Links (CARL) LAUNCH EVENT | EDUCATION

FOR BOOKINGS

Jenny Liu info@frcentre.ie 021 4358866

14:00 - 16:15

Lifelong Learning in Cork Prison

Cork Prison - Experience of Lifelong learning CIT & Cork Prison WORKSHOP | CREATIVE

A workshop on fostering a learning community in the Education Unit, Cork Prison welcoming international visitors to discuss with students in the Education Unit, their experiences of learning together with higher and further education partners.

However, UCC through their ACE department provide regular classes for students in the Education Unit. This event is by invitation only and will not be open to members of the public.

This event is a showcase of the learning opportunities provided in Cork Prison by The Education Unit of Cork ETB, with partners UCC and CIT.

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14:30 -15:30 CAFE CLOSES AT 16:00

Cork Equal and Sustainable Communities Alliance (CESCA) working with researcher Claire Kenealy and with the support of the CommunityAcademic Research Links initiative (CARL ) in UCC, officially launch their new research report. The report examines the effectiveness of working together as an alliance of community organisations in the context of social inclusion, human rights and equality.

40 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

Niamh Kelleher CESCA.coordinator@gmail.com

15:00HRS

Walking Tour of UCC Visitor’s Centre, North Wing, UCC UCC TOUR | CULTURE

Join a guide led tour full details on Pg 8 (accompanied) JP Quinn jp.quinn@ucc.ie www.ucc.ie

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

17.00 – 18.00

Room G12 (Active Learning Room), The Hub, UCC. UCC TALK | CULTURE / HISTORY

Badger and Dodo Roastery Outlet, 11 Barrack St DEMONSTRATION | FOOD & NUTRITION

Demonstration and tasting on how different brewing methods can affect the taste profile of the same coffee.

20 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

Elia Booking via eventbrite www.badgeranddodo.ie

MON

UCC LGBT Staff Network lgbtnetwork@ucc.ie

Coffee Flavour vs Brew Method

SUN

Dr Diarmuid Scully, lecturer in UCC School of History and UCC’s LGBT+ Staff Network with give a talk on LGBT+ history, from the local to the national and international past and present: “Cork Pride 2019 and Stonewall 1969: Fifty Years Proud”.

17:15 - 18:30

MULTI DAY

“Cork Pride 2019 and Stonewall 1969: Fifty Years Proud”.

18.00 - 19.00

17:00 - 17:45

Learning Factory: Automation 2020

OPEN EVENT | SCIENCE / TECHNOLOGY

Introductory session on Part-Time courses in the School of Business, CIT. The presentation will give details on part-time undergraduate Degree and Masters programmes available in Business, Accounting and Human Resource Management at Cork Institute of Technology.

021-4335900 www.cit.ie/parttime

THU

FOR BOOKINGS Brenda Cooper Bcooper@hornerirl.ie www.hornerautomation.eu

TALK | EDUCATION WED

23 years in Cork – The Horner Story Typical Automation application , How they work and 2020 trends

Room D245, CIT, Bishopstown Campus Dept of Organisation & Professional Development, School of Business, CIT

TUE

Horner , Unit 1 Centrepoint, Centre Park Rd, T12 H24E Horner

Part-Time Programmes at the CIT School of Business

17:00 - 19:00

Wooden Spoon Carving FRI

Unit O15, Marina Commercial Park Benchspace Cork DEMONSTRATION | CREATIVE / CRAFT / WOOD

SUN

alice@benchspacecork.ie www.benchspacecork.ie

SAT

Who doesn’t love a wooden spoon? Rory Drinan will demonstrate the basic principles of working with wood to make a one-of-a-kind carved wooden spoon. He will discuss the different types of wood used, grain direction, carving, shaping, and food safe finishes and explore the material for its functionality as well as a creative outlet. Relax while whittling away.

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

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EVENT LISTINGS MONDAY 8TH

18.00 - 20.00

18:00 - 19:00

The Kabin Studio, Knocknaheeny GMC Beats, The Kabin Studio and Music Generation Cork City

Cork College of Commerce, Morrison’s Island, T12H685

WORKSHOP | MUSIC

Interested in learning how to apply Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to improve quality of life and day to day functioning – then this taster workshop could be for you.

Rap & Beats workshop with GMC Beats

Come and join in or observe one of our weekly rap and beats workshops at The Kabin Studio.

In partnership with GMC Beats Workshops and Music Generation Cork City.

10 MAX

Garry McCarthy 085-1186065 www.musicgenerationcorkcity.com

18:00 - 18:45

Learning Factory: Automation 2020 Horner , Unit 1 Centrepoint, Centre Park Rd, T12 H24E Horner OPEN EVENT | SCIENCE / TECHNOLOGY

See listing at 17:00 on PG 27

FOR BOOKINGS Brenda Cooper Bcooper@hornerirl.ie www.hornerautomation.eu

18:00 - 19:00

Wood Finishes and Finishing Techniques

WORKSHOP | HEALTH & WELLBEING

Cecilia Flynn queries@ccoc.ie 021 4222100

18:00 - 19:00

SERVE International Development and the Sustainable Development Goals Cork College of Commerce, Morrison’s Island, T12H685 TALK | POLITICS/ CURRENT AFFAIRS

SERVE is a Cork based international development and volunteering organisation. We will also share work we do with all our overseas development partners and ways to get involved with us in Cork. Find out about our commitment to the sustainable development goals and discuss ways how you can commit to fulfilling the SDG’s in your own way.

paula@serve.ie www.serve.ie

Unit O15, Marina Commercial Park Benchspace Cork

19.00 - 20.00

DEMONSTRATION | CREATIVE / CRAFT / WOOD

St. John’s Central College, Sawmill st UCC

The finish on a wooden piece is the final touch that highlights the design and shows off the beauty of the wood grain. Victoria Breathnach is an exceptional Furniture Designer, Maker and Teacher, hosts a demonstration and discussion on the various finishes and finishing techniques commonly used in Furniture Making; including oils, waxes, colours and lacquers. alice@benchspacecork.ie www.benchspacecork.ie

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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Workshop

Iberian Celluloid FILM | CULTURE

Come and enjoy a session of short films in Galician, Catalan and Basque, the languages spoken in Spain along with Spanish (original version with subtitles). Explore Iberian languages, cultures and identities through the medium of film.

Imanol Oteiza imanol.oteizaunanua@ucc.ie

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

19.30HRS

19:00 - 22:00

Creative Writing Cork College of Commerce, Morrison’s Island, T12H685

CLASS / WORKSHOP | CREATIVE / LITERATURE

CLASS | HEALTH & WELLBEING

10 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

Jaconel Janssen 085 1613505 www.pilatespeoplecork.com

WiseMovement: Dance Workshop Firkin Crane, Shandon, T23 Y584

Ballincollig Family Resource Centre, Station Road P31XP59 CLASS | CREATIVE

Just come along. No materials needed. All levels welcome. Enjoy the experience.This is a regular weekly class. No previous experience in art needed. Just come along, enjoy the experience and meet new people.

Pat & John Frc.ballincollig@gmail.com 021-4876295 www.ballincolligfrc.org

FRI

A fun and informative evening combining engineering research with dance and movement practice. No previous experience of either is required! This workshop will use gentle and creative movement exercises to explore different possible forms of renewable energy in Ireland.

Wear light comfortable clothing and bring water.

Aimed at adults, children must be accompanied.

THU

WORKSHOP | CULTURE /DANCE

Adult Art Session

WED

19:00 - 20:30

9:30 - 11:00

TUE

This is a regular Monday night class for bone and joint health. With elements of Pilates, strength training, functional movement and rehabilitative exercise, and the class is safe for those with osteoporosis. Bring a mat & small weights.

Anita Howard, Paul Atkins www.corkcollegeofcommerce.ie

MON

Mahon Point Shopping Centre, Community Room, ground floor Pilates People Cork

SUN

Anita Howard, Paul Atkins welcome you to an event exploring the understanding and appreciation of the skills of creative writing. To encourage prospective writers to develop their talents.

MULTI DAY

Pilates for Buff Bones

(accompanied)

SAT

25 MAX FOR BOOKINGS Aoife Long aoife.long@ucc.ie

SUN

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EVENT LISTINGS TUESDAY 9TH

MULTI DAY EVENTS HAPPENING TODAY A Rare “Ulysses” Exhibition

FOR FULL LISTING SEE PAGE

The City Library, Grand Parade, T12 NT99

Cork’s Boxing Story

10

Direct’ Photography Exhibition

10

Exhibition of sculptures by Krzysiek Rosa

10

From Borrowed Space to Cyberspace

10

Giant Connect Four

10

Mary Elmes - ‘I got things done’ - History Exhibition

10

Mayfield Arts Centre - Art Exhibition

11

No Longer Forgotten - History Exhibition

11

One book One Community 2019/2020 Exhibition

11

Photographers Unite

11

Robert Gibbings Exhibition

11

Seamus Murphy Exhibition

11

The Cork House Name Project - Exhibition

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Our World in Black & White

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Our World in Black & White

9

Stellarium Workshops

8

Walking Tour of UCC

8

Learning for life in a Special School

7

My Education, My Future - Art Initiative

7

Traveller Student Print Project

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Photography & Creative Writing Exhibition

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Teacher and Student Art Exhibition & Competition

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“Explorers” Marine Science Workshop

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Discover Cork’s Medieval Past Tour

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Review Central Exhibition

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Tory Top Library, T12 WP57 The City Library, Grand Parade, T12 NT99 The City Library, 57-61 Grand Parade, Cork, T12 NT99 Ballincollig Library, The Village Centre, P31 H674 Hollyhill Library, T23 N250 Glanmire Library, T45 E034

Frank O’Connor Library, T23 E651

The City Library, Grand Parade, T12 NT99 Hollyhill Library, T23 N250

Blackpool Library, Redforge Road, T23 AP11 Bishopstown Library, Wilton T12 RR84 Blackpool Library, Redforge Road, T23 AP11 CSN College, Tramore Rd. T12 AC91

Knocknaheeny Community Centre, Harbour View Rd The Glucksman, UCC, T12 V1WH Castle Rd, T12 YW52

Visitor’s Centre, North Wing, UCC Lavanagh Centre, Ballintemple, Cork T12 NT26 James Barry Exhibition Centre, CIT, Bishopstown Cork City Hall, Anglesea St.

Cork College of Commerce, Morrison’s Island, T12H685 Cork College of Commerce, Morrison’s Island, T12H685 Old Cork Waterworks, Lee Road, T23 N828 Elizabeth Fort, Barrack Street, T12 C8AO St. John’s Central College, Sawmill st

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CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

MULTI DAY SUN MON

Tuesday

Song Writing Workshop The City Library, Childen’s Library, Grand Parade,T12 NT99 Cork City Libraries

TUE

31ST MARCH

10.00 - 11.00

WORKSHOP | MUSIC WED

Song writing Workshop with Ruti Lachs. Suitable for a 5th class school group. Booking essential

childrens_library@corkcity.ie 021 4924903

Beginner’s Kung Fu

THU

10.00 - 12.00

St. Finn Barre’s Cathedral Hall, 11 Dean St. Shaolin Ireland CLASS | FITNESS, SELF DEFENSE & WELLNESS

FOR BOOKINGS

Master K 083 8125557 (text only) www.shaolin.ie

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

SUN

– ZIG ZIGLAR

20 MAX

SAT

You don’t have to be great to start, but you have to start to be great”

FRI

“

Explore the basics of a nearly 2000 year old martial art of Traditional Shaolin Kung Fu. Experience a varity of Shaolin techniques for self develpment/well being, fittness, coordination, strength & flexability, & self defense! You’ll also get 2 weeks FREE to try it out! See Listings on Pages 56 & 94 also.

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EVENT LISTINGS TUESDAY 9TH

10.00 - 13.00

Your Library Online Frank O’Connor Library, Old Youghal Road, Mayfield, Cork T23 E651 Cork City Libraries

10.30 - 12.30

Meet the Artist - Crawford Supported Studio

WORKSHOP | TECHNOLOGY

Register for the online services available with your library card. Bring your device and we will help you to log on

021 4924935 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

10.00 - 13.00

Circular Economy & 3D Printing The City Library, 57-61 Grand Parade T12 NT99 Cork City Libraries /Halpin Centre, NMCI WORKSHOP | TECHNOLOGY

The Circular Seas project brings partners together from Ireland, Spain, UK, France & Portugal with the aim of the recycling and 3D printing of ocean plastic waste, with a view to creating new products for use in the maritime sector. This is an introductory workshop and is open to anyone who may be interested in this topic.

FOR BOOKINGS Níall Curran niall.curran@cit.ie 021 4335717

Crawford Art Gallery, Emmet Place, T12 TNE6 In partnership with Cork City Council Arts Office, (CIT) Crawford College of Art & Design and COPE Foundation.

OPEN EVENT | CREATIVE / CULTURE

A supported studio is a sustained creative environment for individuals with specific health or social needs. Supported Studios provide technical artistic support, networks and audiences outside the health and social care settings. An opportunity to meet the artists at work here.

021 4907862 www.crawfordartgallery.ie

10:00 - 11:30

Become a Helpline Volunteer Mná Feasa’s Domestic Violence Project, The Gate Lodge, St Marys Campus, Gurranabraher.

Cork Anti-Poverty Resource Network TALK | EDUCATION / WOMEN

Mná Feasa, a project of CAPRN, recruits and trains volunteers on an annual basis. Training covers topics including personal awareness, listening and communication and practical skills through role-playing and phone call scenarios.

Volunteers usually work once a week for 2 hours and undergo monthly supervision. We ask that Volunteers give one years commitment and are living in Cork City.

FOR BOOKINGS Elizabeth Madden resourceworkercaprn@gmail.com 021-4212955

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CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

Stem Research The Justice Project Centre ,Knocknaheeny (next to Super Valu) impact our community matters INFO SESSION | EDUCATION / SCIENCE / TECH

10:30 - 11:30

Coffee Morning

FOR BOOKINGS

IGG Resource Irish Girl Guides

D O’Sullivan donosullivan@mail.com 087 6574464

INFORMATION SESSION | CHILDREN / VOLUNTEERING

Dealing with stress in our daily lives

WORKSHOP | HEALTH & WELLBEING

Participants can learn how to become proactive in minimising the effects of stress on their lives and bodies.

FOR BOOKINGS

THU

Geraldine Flanagan 021 4666180 www.socialandhealth.com

Josephine swrdo@irishgirlguides.ie 087 3561364 www.irishgirlguides.ie

WED

SHEP Training Room, Floor 2, Farranferris, Northside Community Enterprises, Redemption Road The Social and Health Education Project CLG

3,000 girls are on our waiting lists waiting for YOU to join! Like the girls, you will grow in confidence, develop your skills and talents, make new friends and have fun while #givinggirlsconfidence! Find out more by meeting other IGG leaders and asking any questions you might have. We’ll answer the first now: No, you don’t need to have ANY guiding experience.

TUE

10:00 - 13:00

20 MAX

MON

30 MAX

20 MAX

Grace Walsh grace.ykabc@nicheonline.ie www.youngknocknaheeny.ie

SUN

Promoting science, technology, engineering and maths. Running in conjunction with STEM south west, presentation as in to why stem is more positive now

MULTI DAY

the community this is a taster of what our groups can offer for you and your child.

10:00 - 13:00

10:30 - 12:00

LifeFM Studio Tours

10:15 - 11:15

Hollyhill Library, Harbourview Road, Knocknaheeny, Cork T23 N250 Young Knocknaheeny ABC Programme OPEN EVENT | PLAY EVENT

TOUR | CULTURE / RADIO

LifeFM Cork has been on air since 2008, and we broadcast on 93.1 FM and online at www.lifefm. ie 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Come join us for a tour of our studios. Experience a live radio show, record your voice in studio, and more! All are welcome!

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

SUN

terri.kruschke@lifefm.ie 021 496 1111 www.lifefm.ie

SAT

For parent(s)/caregiver(s) and children under 5 years - an exciting opportunity to play together in Hollyhill Library! Share some special time and learn how playful interactions between you and your child can support their development and enhance your relationship. Young Knocknaheeny facilitates a number of parent-toddler groups in

LifeFM Studios, Deanrock Business Park, Deanrock, Togher, Cork

FRI

Let’s Play Together!

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EVENT LISTINGS TUESDAY 9TH

11.00 - 12.00

Learning and Creativity for Mental Health; What Your Library Can Do For You The City Library, 57-61 Grand Parade T12 NT99 Cork City Libraries TALK | HEALTH & WELLBEING

Learn about how lifelong learning and creativity can help improve your wellbeing with Dr Rosarie Crowley, Clinical Psychologist, HSE 021 4924900 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

11.00 - 13.00

The Lantern’s Crochet Ladies & Report Launch Nano Nagle Place, Heritage Lecture Theatre (Douglas Street Entrance) The Lantern/Nano Nagle Place LAUNCH/CELEBRATION | CREATIVE / WELLBEING

Veronica and Sylvia have been tutors to a group of ladies who have come together every week to learn crochet. We will celebrate each of these ladies with an event incorporating a photography & crochet display ; find out what the crochet group means to the participants. Afterward there will be tea/coffee and cake.

15 MAX

11.00 - 12.00

Stories to Life with Barbara O’Meara Ballincollig Library, The Village Centre, P31 H674 Cork City Libraries WORKSHOP | COMMUNITY

Advance booking only for a special sensory story time for young adults.

ballincolling_library@corkcity.ie 021 238 9797 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

11.00 - 12.00

‘Integrating East Cork’ – Women sharing their experiences Room G12 (Active Learning Room), The Hub, UCC. UCC / the School of Education

karina@nanonagleplace.ie 021 4322370

11.30 - 12.30

Fake News and the Truth Hollyhill Library, Harbour View Road, Knocknaheeney, Cork Hollyhill Library & CIT Library TALK | POLITICS/ CURRENT AFFAIRS

Fake news is a term we hear a lot of these days.

But what is it and how does it influence our everyday lives? In collaboration with Hollyhill Library, CIT Library will take a look at many of the issues surrounding fake news and the spread of disinformation across social media and other platforms. This library talk will offer some practical tops and advice on how to spot fake news and avoid falling prey to its far reaching influence.

SEMINAR/ TALK | POLITICS/ CURRENT AFFAIRS/ WOMEN

CIT Libraries, Cork City Library

Is Ireland a place where migrant/refugee women can live a dignified life and where their expectations and aspirations are being met?

Based on research carried out amongst women living in East Cork; Asylum Seekers, refugees, migrants, new-Irish and Irish women, with a particular focus on women with children.

11:00 - 12:00

Rola Abu Zeid – O’Neill & Dr. Gertrude Cotter r.azoneill@ucc.ie ; gertude.cotter@ucc.ie

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FOR BOOKINGS

Baby Sling Dance upstairs at Triskel Arts Centre, Tobin Street Collective Cork CLASS | HEALTH & WELLBEING / EXERCISE

Your tiny one cuddled close to your heart in a sling, wrap or suitable carrier, enjoy time to connect with your baby as you sway and dance. Gentle, funny, and heart warming moves to soothe and awaken the senses. Please

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

10 MAX

speakers and contributions from our Adult Ed History students and our TY students on this key year in Cork’s History. Event takes place in the school library.

MULTI DAY

note: Moms can join once they’ve passed their postnatal checkup and have their doctor’s clearance.

FOR BOOKINGS

70 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

Joanne Twomey Adult Ed Coordinator North Presentation Secondary School Farranree Cork adulteddept@northpres.ie 085 1765877

11:00 - 12:00

11:30 - 13:00

Fairhill Open Morning The Community House, 26 Bridevalley Park, Fairhill Cork City Partnership

MON

Intercultural Coffee Morning

SUN

Maria Sinnecker collectivecork@gmail.com 086 8776230 www.bookwhen.com

OPEN EVENT | EDUCATION

www.corkcollegeofcommerce.ie

Mary Sheehy msheehy@partnershipcork.ie

12.00 - 13.00

Do we need Women’s Studies any more?

SEMINAR/ TALK | POLITICS/ CURRENT AFFAIRS

11:00 - 13:00

North Presentation remembers Cork 1920 SEMINAR | HISTORY

Rola Abu Zeid – O’Neill and Dr. Liz Kyte r.azoneill@ucc.ie elizabeth.kyte@ucc.ie

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

SUN

Another in our series of History mornings. Focus will be on events in Cork surrounding the war of Independence 1920. We will have guest

SAT

North Presentation Secondary school Farranree Cork City (School Library)

An introduction to the DWS and MAWS programmes in UCC. It focuses on the changed and changing roles of women, delving into areas of knowledge relevant to women’s lives today.

Explore the interdisciplinary that challenge negative stereotypes of women and traditions, practices.

FRI

Room G12 (Active Learning Room), The Hub, UCC. UCC / MA in Women’s Studies

THU

Intercultural Awareness and Inclusion : This event is a chance for students, staff and the public to mingle and chat informally. It has been running for several years at the College of Commerce with the help of teachers and students from the course English and IT Skills for International Students.

WED

OPEN EVENT | CULTURE

TUE

Cork College of Commerce, Morrison’s Island, T12H685

All are welcome to come along to Cork City Partnerships Community Office in Fairhill, to meet with staff and see what courses and activities are running in the area. An exhibition of work by the Fairhill Men’s Art Group will be on display. Cakes and treats made by the Easter bakes and cakes class will be available throughout the morning.

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EVENT LISTINGS TUESDAY 9TH

12.30 - 13.30

Introduction to Music Theory

12:00 - 13:30

ABC’s of LGBT

North Monastery Road, T23 XA44 Cork Academy of Music CLASS | MUSIC

Open your eyes to the basics of music theory!

For novices. Booking essential - call between 9.00am-2.00pm 12 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

021 4210573 www.corkacademyofmusic.ie

12.30 - 13.30

Performance by Local Training Initiative Level 4 music students.

North Monastery Road, T23 XA44 Cork Academy of Music PERFORMANCE | MUSIC

Varied selection of popular songs. Performance / Q & A and information session on music courses for young adults. admin@corkacademyofmusic.ie

12.30 - 13.30

Facing the future The City Library, 57-61 Grand Parade T12 NT99 Cork City Libraries TALK | HEALTH & WELLBEING

Preparing for the opportunities and challenges that growing older bring. An outline of some of the opportunities and challenges that come with growing older in Ireland. Look at ways to better face some of the challenges using stress management to help you learn some easy to use skills to better care for yourself.

021 4924900 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

Gay Project, 4 South Terrace Gay Project CLASS / WORKSHOP | EDUCATION

Designed to enhance participants understanding of LGBT+ issues in Irish society. Training covers the meaning of LGBT+ terminologies; gives an overview of a range of issues that present in the field providing participants with greater awareness, understanding and empathy.

50 MAX

michael@gayproject.ie www.gayproject.ie

13.00 - 14.00

Piano for Beginners North Monastery Road, T23 XA44 Cork Academy of Music CLASS | MUSIC

Join us in our state of the art Piano Laboratory and experience an introduction to inclusive, interactive learning in a group setting.

8 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

021 4210573 www.corkacademyofmusic.ie

13.30 - 14.30

Meaningful activities for persons with Dementia Hollyhill Library, Harbour View Road, Knocknaheeny, Cork T23 N250 Cork City Libraries TALK | HEALTH & WELLBEING

A talk by Valerie Morrison, Senior Occupational Therapist with the HSE

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CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

North Monastery Road, T23 XA44 Cork Academy of Music

North Monastery Road, T23 XA44 Cork Academy of Music

CLASS | MUSIC

CLASS | MUSIC / CULTURE

Basic industry tips for the budding musician including Q & A - Booking essential - call between 9.00am-2.00pm

Experience and understand basic film music scoring techniques.

10 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

10 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

021 4210573 www.corkacademyofmusic.ie

021 4210573 www.corkacademyofmusic.ie

14:00 - 15:00

An introduction to SMART Recovery Traveller Visibility Group, 25 Lower John Street Traveller Visibility Group

This is an opportunity to explore what mindfulness is and to examine how it can be used in everyday life. The workshop will look at the roots and ancient eastern tradition of mindfulness and though a practical and experiential exploration of the topic look at what is required to build a personal mindfulness practice that can assist with the everyday stresses of life

Ann Jordan tvgdrugsproject@gmail.com 086 6084659

THU

Pat O’Leary p.oleary@ucc.ie www.ucc.ie

FOR BOOKINGS

WED

Learn about how the SMART recovery programme works. Self-Management And Recovery Training (SMART) is a global community where participants help one another resolve problems with any addiction. The team at TVG will be happy to answer any questions you have on the day. SMART meetings take place every Tuesday in TVG from 6.30pm-7.30pm

WORKSHOP | HEALTH AND WELLBEING TUE

INFORMATION SESSION | HEALTH & WELLBEING

Western Gateway Building, Rm 4.02, Western Road, UCC UCC

MON

Mindfulness in everyday life

13:00 -14:00

20 MAX

Introduction to Film Music Scores

SUN

14.00 - 15.00

Music Industry Basics Workshop

MULTI DAY

13.45 - 14.45

13:00 -14:00

FRI

Liminality in the Direct Provision System Room G07, The Kane Building, UCC UCC SEMINAR | EDUCATION

SAT

This seminar examines the liminal time of asylum-seekers’ in the Direct Provision system to show how it has a detrimental impact on their access to material resources and education, which contributes to their exclusion and disempowerment.

SUN

Dr Amin Sharifi Isaloo amin.sharifiisaloo@ucc.ie

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EVENT LISTINGS TUESDAY 9TH

14:00 - 15:30

What’s a Laser Cutter and What Can I Do With It? Room 119, CSN College, Tramore Rd. T12 AC91 Colaiste Stiofain Naofa WORKSHOP | CREATIVE / TECHNOLOGY

Laser cutting and engraving are very popular for creating art or customising objects. They can cut through or engrave wood, paper, card and plastics, are capable of very fine detail.. This class will show you how it all works, demonstrate some of the techniques and get you making some simple objects. A basic knowledge of computers would be an asset but not a requirement.

20 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

Fergus Somers Fergus.somers@csn.ie 021 4961020

14:00 - 16:00

Introduction to Pottery Mahon Family Resource Centre, T12 Y180 CLASS / WORKSHOP | CREATIVE / CRAFT

Join Jim for an afternoon of creativity with clay.

You may even end up with your own piece of pottery to adorn your mantel piece. It’s always a fun class and Jim is an experienced tutor with lots of tips for the beginner.

8 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

Jenny Liu info@frcentre.ie 021 4358866

14:30 - 16:30

Social & Active Retirement Club Open Day Westgate Foundation.West Village Ballincollig P31 7F34 OPEN EVENT | AGE FRIENDLY

Guests will have the opportunity to visit stalls introducing them to our range of activities including: Drama, Choir, Art , Cards and

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Computers. Our classes will run throughout the year. Refreshments will be served on the day.

Phil & Aisling Phil.westgate@gmail.com www.westgatefoundation.ie

15.00 - 16.00

Library Lego Club

Frank O’Connor Library, Old Youghal Road, Mayfield, Cork T23 E651 Cork City Libraries WORKSHOP | CREATIVE

A fun space to create with Lego. Younger children can enjoy time at the Junior Builder’s Table while older children can choose to build solo or in teams at our Senior Builder’s Table. All materials provided, just bring your imagination and an accompanying grown-up! Library Club is free of charge. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

021 4924935 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

15.45 - 16.45

Afternoon Concert North Monastery Road, T23 XA44 Cork Academy of Music / The Age Friendly Music Society PERFORMANCE | MUSIC

See and hear the Seniors show you how it’s done! Concert / Q&A session on the Age Friendly community Music program in Cork Academy of Music admin@corkacademyofmusic.ie

15:00 -16:00

Personal and Management Coaching Western Gateway Building, Rm 4.02, Western Road, UCC UCC WORKSHOP | HEALTH AND WELLBEING

Coaching has now become a very accepted intervention to assist teams and individuals to realise their potential. It has grown as a valued

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

North Monastery Road, T23 XA44 Cork Academy of Music

10 MAX

Let’s Play Together!

OPEN EVENT | PLAY EVENT

For parent(s)/caregiver(s) and children under 5 years Full listing see event at 10:15 today page 33

17.00 – 18.00

Bike Maintenance Workshop

Plaza outside Civic Offices, Anglesea St, Cork Cork City Council/Cork Environmental Forum CLASS / WORKSHOP | EDUCATION

Grace Walsh grace.ykabc@nicheonline.ie www.youngknocknaheeny.ie

16:00 - 17:00

‘Easter Themed’ 3 Km Fun Run / Walk OUTDOOR / WALK | HEALTH & WELLBEING / EXERCISE

Darren McAdam O’Connell dmaoc@gmail.com 083 1816178

17.00 - 20.00

UCC Supports People with Disabilities of all ages.

Dora Allman Room, The Hub, UCC UCC DEMONSTRATION/ EXHIBITION | EDUCATION

Come along to experience what supports UCC has to offer to people with disabilities no matter what age you are. There will be demonstrations of assistive technology such as X-mind (mindmapping software), Speech-to-Text software, information stands and much more.

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

SUN

Darrelle Keegan& eirdre Madden d.keegan@ucc.ie

SAT

(accompanied)

FOR BOOKINGS Jacqueline Daly jdaly@partnershipcork.ie 021 4302310 / 087 1962030 www.corkcitypartnership.ie

20 MAX

FRI

The Southside Youth Forum - This Forum includes young people from 3 local second level schools & Foroige Youth Projects from Ballyphehane, Togher & surrounding areas.

Organised by local young people to benefit their peers, their families & communities while also aiming to raise awareness of Health & Wellbeing.

Registration : Weds 11th March : 10 – 11am & Thurs 12th March : 6 – 7pm, Ballyphehane Community Centre.

THU

Clashduv / Togher Park, Clashduv Road Southside Youth Forum

WED

Learn how to look after your bike on a regular basis, including the daily and weekly checks that you should do. Get to know the basics of bike maintenance: what to check and how to fix it!

Includes ABC check and M check, adjust brakes, change pads, adjust tyre pressure etc.

TUE

021 4210573 www.corkacademyofmusic.ie MON

Hollyhill Library, Harbourview Road, Knocknaheeny, Cork T23 N250 Young Knocknaheeny ABC Programme

FOR BOOKINGS

SUN

For beginners upwards, bring along your Tin Whistle. Booking essential - call between 9.00am-2.00pm

15:00 -16:00

Tin Whistle Tips and more CLASS | MUSIC

Pat O’Leary p.oleary@ucc.ie www.ucc.ie

20 MAX

17.00 – 18.00

MULTI DAY

intervention in sport, life and organisational settings; this workshop will give an insight into what coaching is and what is involved in a coaching process.

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EVENT LISTINGS TUESDAY 9TH

17:00 - 19:00

A two step thread folding step stool Unit O15, Marina Commercial Park Benchspace Cork DEMONSTRATION | CREATIVE /CRAFT / TECH

A two step tread folding step stool is one of the most useful objects in the home and office, collapsible, a great space-saver. Watch our talented maker, carpenter and joiner, Joe Bishop machining and assembling the parts for a TwoStep-Tread Folding Step Stool.

XX MAX

Alice alice@benchspacecork.ie www. benchspacecork.ie

17:30 - 18:15

How will we live in a sustainable world?

Meeting Room, St Finbarr’s South Chapel, Dunbar Street, T12 X210 Green Spaces for Health TALK | ENVIROMENT / ECOLOGY

There’s lots of talk about what we need to stop doing in order to avoid a climate change disaster and less talk about how we will live in a more sustainable world and what the benefits will be.

In sustainable world, ‘occupations’ will be far more important than ‘jobs’ in living worthwhile and meaningful lives.

FOR BOOKINGS Maria Young greenspacescork@gmail.com 086 839 2321

17:30 - 20:00

Lasercutter & 3D Printer Unit O15, Marina Commercial Park Benchspace Cork

to cut complex shapes, to etch and engrave MDF, Plywood, cardboard, perspex, textiles and much more. We will also be demonstrating the 3D Printer. .

XX MAX

Alice alice@benchspacecork.ie www. benchspacecork.ie

18.00 - 20.00

A taste of Iberia West Wing 9, The Quadrangle, UCC UCC WORKSHOP | LANGUAGE / CULTURE

Did you know Spanish is not the only language spoken in Spain? Come and have a taste of the diversity in the Iberian Peninsula: treat yourself to some homemade regional delicacies while we give you an introduction to Galician, Catalan and Basque and some of their quirkiest facts. No need for prior knowledge, only motivation!

30 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

Imanol Oteiza imanol.oteizaunanua@ucc.ie www.ucc.ie

18.30 - 21.00

Minature Painting Turners Cross Community Centre, Curragh Road, T12 YP89 Turners Cross Community Assoc CLASS | CREATIVE / CULTURE

Complete a miniature painting with traditional technique on beginner level with Amna Walayat M.A.(UCC). You can also view work by the artist to learn about the varieties of techniques and subjects. Material supplied.

12 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

Ruth Cullen 086 1783645

DEMONSTRATION | CREATIVE /CRAFT / TECH

Introduction and demonstration on the Lasercutter and the 3D Printer, beginner level.

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CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

19.00 - 20.30

Cork College of Commerce, Morrison’s Island, T12H685

The City Library, 57-61 Grand Parade T12 NT99 Cork City Libraries / Altrusa

Acting for Beginners WORKSHOP | THEATRE / DRAMA

queries@ccoc.ie 021 4222100

OPEN EVENT | CREATIVE

Come along to the library for the launch of a collection of learners’ work with some readings.

Stay for a tour of the library. Light refreshments

SUN

Want to get a taster on the techniques and tools of acting in a creative and supportive environment. Come along to our workshop.

Altrusa Literacy Scheme Library

MULTI DAY

18:00 - 19:00

021 4924900 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

Introduction to the study of Law Cork College of Commerce, Morrison’s Island, T12H685 LECTURE | EDUCATION / LAW

St. Finn Barre’s Cathedral Hall, 11 Dean St. Shaolin Ireland TAI CHI CLASS | FITNESS, MEDITATION & WELLNESS

For full details see ‘Shaolin Ireland Beginner’s Tai Chi’ listing on page 59 WEDS. You’ll also get 2 weeks FREE to try it out!

20 MAX

WED

Paul Cotter www.corkcollegeofcommerce.ie

Beginner’s Tai Chi TUE

Paul Cotter, a Law teacher presents a seminar designed to equip the curious with an understanding of the study of Law; including a review of all the options from entry to more advanced levels.

19.00 - 20.30

MON

18:00 - 19:00

FOR BOOKINGS

Master K 083 8125557 (text only) www.shaolin.ie

How to use your smartphone or tech device

CLASS / WORKSHOP | TECHNOLOGY

Interactive workshop Learn how to use your smartphone, tablet or laptop. Please bring along your device.

Nano Nagle Place, The Ash Room (Evergreen Street Entrance) The Lantern/Nano Nagle Place OPEN EVENT/ CELEBRATION | MUSIC / SONG

Cor na Laoi open up their practice & allow people to come & hear their rehearsal. We will taken time during this session to honour our teacher & accompanist. There will also be time for members to speak about what the choir mean to them. Afterward there will be tea/coffee & cake

SAT

jennifer.walsh@ucc.ie

A celebration Cor na Laoi Choir FRI

Gables Bar, Douglas Street UCC Mature Students

19.00 - 20.30

THU

18:00 - 19:30

FOR BOOKINGS

SUN

15 MAX

Karina karina@nanonagleplace.ie 021 4322370 CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

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EVENT LISTINGS TUESDAY 9TH

19.00 - 21.00

The Place of the Honan Chapel in Ireland’s Revolutionary Decade (1912-1922).

The Honan Chapel, UCC UCC TOUR/ TALK | HISTORY

Join James Cronin, UCC, as he describes the art of the Honan Chapel as a case study illustrating how the decorative arts make visible new ideas on the nature of Irish identity. The chapel and its liturgical collection are products of the Irish Arts & Crafts Movement (1893-1925).

Community Drama Ensemble!

North Monastery Road, T23 XA44 Cork Academy of Music OPEN EVENT | THEATRE / DRAMA

Need some Drama in your life? Why not come along and get a taste of what we do!Rehearsal/Q & A and information session on CAM Community Drama program.

FOR BOOKINGS 021 4210573 www.corkacademyofmusic.ie

James Cronin j.cronin@ucc.ie

19:00 - 20:00

19.00 - 21.30

St Anthonys Sports Hall, Ballinlough Rising Sun School of Karate

CIT Cork Prison Pop Up Restaurant Cork Prison The Education Unit Cork Prison INVITATION ONLY | EDUCATION / FOOD AND NUTRITION

This event is organised for assessment purposes for prisoners who are taking the CIT Special Purpose Award in Culinary Studies. Management teams from hotels in Cork are invited to attend.

Deirdre Creedon deirdre.creedon@cit.ie 021-4335140

19.30 - 21.00

Appreciation of Irish Music Group North Monastery Road, T23 XA44 Cork Academy of Music

Lets Try Karate!

CLASS | HEALTH & WELLBEING / EXERCISE

Adults & children aged 5+ can join the regular class here & try Karate/Self Defence. All welcome, especially beginners. Founded by Sensei Barry O’Regan (6th DAN JKA), the Rising Sun School of Karate helps children & adults learn the ancient art in a safe & nurturing environment. See Pgs 57 & 74 for other free Karate Classes this week.

FOR BOOKINGS barry@risingsun.ie 086 722 2779 www.risingsun.ie

19:00 - 20:30

Open evening / Learner readings / tour of the Library Cork City Library, Grand Parade, T12 NT99 Altrusa Literacy Scheme

PERFORMANCE /REHERSAL | MUSIC

OPEN EVENT | LITERATURE & LITERACY

Where ‘music for all’ happens in a relaxing setting! Rehearsal/Performance/Q & A and information session on the Appreciation of Irish Music Program in CAM.

Welcome to the library. We launch a collection of learners’ work and have some readings from it. Tour of the Library and facilities. Light refreshments.

admin@corkacademyofmusic.ie

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19.30 - 21.00

Mary.ryder@corketb.ie www.corketb.ie

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

19:00 HRS

Knocknaheeny / Hollyhill Youth Justice Centre. Harbour View Road, Knocknaheeny T23X0NN Knocknaheeny Toastmasters

Westgate Foundation.West Village Ballincollig P31 7F34 OPEN EVENT | HEALTH & WELLBEING / EXERCISE

Guests will have an opportunity to meet with members of Westgate Bowling Club and to learn how to bow. l Our classes run throughout the year. Refreshments will be served.

Biddy Barrett 021 4873648 www.westgatefoundation.ie

MON

Interested in learning how to do a speech or presentation? Learn how toastmasters can help you build your confidence by supporting you to improve your communication, public speaking and leadership skills while having fun with a group of people all on the same journey.

Bowling Club Open Evening

SUN

DEMONSTRATION | EDUCATION

19:30 - 21:00

MULTI DAY

Developing Your Public Speaking and Communication Skills

087 4619819 www.knocknaheenyhollyhil.toastmasterclub.org 8 MAX

TUE

19:30 - 20:30

T’ai Chi Class

WED THU

Blackrock Community Centre Convent Avenue Blackrocl T’ai Chi Cork CLASS / WORKSHOP | HEALTH & WELLBEING

Event venue is wheelchair accessible

30 MAX FOR BOOKINGS

Ann Mc Iraith anngobnait8@gmail.com www.annmcilraith.com

This event has a maximum number of people allowed in the venue. Booking is recommended.

SUN

20 MAX

This event is part of the ‘Cork Playful City’ Project

SAT

Event is family friendly

FRI

It’s a time to relax while getting fit and learning an ancient practise which is a form of self healing.

T’ai Chi has a great number of health benefits, including improving coordination, fitness, balance. This is a regular class. See listing on Page 80 also Friday

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MULTI DAY EVENTS HAPPENING TODAY From Borrowed Space to Cyberspace

FOR FULL LISTING SEE PAGE

Ballincollig Library, The Village Centre, P31 H674

Robert Gibbings Exhibition

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Photographers Unite

11

Seamus Murphy Exhibition

11

Stellarium Workshops

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Traveller Student Print Project

7

Photography & Creative Writing Exhibition

9

Teacher and Student Art Exhibition & Competition

6

The Cork House Name Project - Exhibition

8

Discover Cork’s Medieval Past Tour

9

Mayfield Arts Centre - Art Exhibition

11

Mary Elmes - ‘I got things done’ - History Exhibition

10

Giant Connect Four

10

One book One Community 2019/2020 Exhibition

11

My Education, My Future - Art Initiative

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Our World in Black & White

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Learning for life in a Special School

6

“Explorers” Marine Science Workshop

8

Review Central Exhibition

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Bishopstown Library, Wilton T12 RR84 Blackpool Library, Redforge Road, T23 AP11 Blackpool Library, Redforge Road, T23 AP11 Castle Rd, T12 YW52

Cork City Hall, Anglesea St.

Cork College of Commerce, Morrison’s Island, T12H685 Cork College of Commerce, Morrison’s Island, T12H685 CSN College, Tramore Rd. T12 AC91

Elizabeth Fort, Barrack Street, T12 C8AO Frank O’Connor Library, T23 E651 Glanmire Library, T45 E035 Hollyhill Library, T23 N251 Hollyhill Library, T23 N251

James Barry Exhibition Centre, CIT, Bishopstown

Knocknaheeny Community Centre, Harbour View Rd Lavanagh Centre, Ballintemple, Cork T12 NT26 Old Cork Waterworks, Lee Road, T23 N828 St. John’s Central College, Sawmill st

Exhibition of sculptures by Krzysiek Rosa

10

A Rare “Ulysses” Exhibition

10

Direct’ Photography Exhibition

10

No Longer Forgotten - History Exhibition

11

Our World in Black & White

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The City Library, 57-61 Grand Parade, Cork, T12 NT99 The City Library, Grand Parade, T12 NT99 The City Library, Grand Parade, T12 NT99 The City Library, Grand Parade, T12 NT99 The Glucksman, UCC, T12 V1WH

Cork’s Boxing Story

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Walking Tour of UCC

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Tory Top Library, T12 WP57 Visitor’s Centre, North Wing, UCC

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CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

MULTI DAY SUN MON

Wednesday

Learning Factory : SR Technics Airfoil Services Mahon Industrial Estate, Blackrock TOUR / STEM

10:00 - 11:30

THU

20 MAX Kieran.punch@srtechnics.com 021 4521 230

WED

Founded orginally as the maintenance wing of Swissair SR Technics is the largest independent provider of technical services for civil ircraft.

Booking is essential for this Learning factories tour. Filming and photography is not allowed on site. Find out more about SR Technics Airfoil Services with a presentation & Q&A session

TUE

1ST APRIL

10:00 - 12.00

Become a Mentor for Women who Parent Alone FRI

The Gate Lodge, St Marys Campus, Gurranabraher Cork Anti-Poverty Resource Network TALK | EDUCATION / WOMEN

– LEO BUSCAGLIA

FOR BOOKINGS Elizabeth Madden resourceworkercaprn@gmail.com 021-4821627

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

SUN

Change is the end result of all true learning”

SAT

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Women Supporting Women, a project of CAPRN has been active in setting up and supporting a mentoring programme, aimed specifically at women who are parenting alone. The project is the outcome of local voluntary groups of women coming together, sharing a philosophy of antipoverty work and community empowerment.

Mentors usually work once per week for 2 hours and undergo monthly supervision.

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10:00 - 13:00

Caring for our Wellbeing The Old National School, Ardfoyle Avenue, Ballintemple, T12 XDH2 The Social and Health Education Project CLG WORKSHOP | HEALTH & WELLBEING

An opportunity to explore the idea of well-being, Identify what supports their well-being and what undermines it. Participants will have the opportunity of exploring these questions in an enjoyable, interactive and fun way.

16 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

Geraldine Flanagan 021 4666180 www.socialandhealth.com

10:00 - 13:00

2020 Vision: Learning from the Past, Linking to the Future

Write Now Adult Basic Education Service, Togher Family Centre, Ballyphehane Togher Community Development Project and Cork City Partnership

Siobhan O Dowd 021-4319085

10:00 - 13:00

Art & Craft Display Holyhill Knocknaheeny Family Centre, Harbour View Road DEMONSTRATION/ EXHIBITION | CREATIVE

A display of work by the Art / Craft class plus some of the group will be there to answer questions. This is a regular Wednesday class , new members always welcome.

thefamilycentre@eircom.net

10:00 - 16:00

Voices of Cork Choir - Information Mayfield Sports Complex

INFORMATION | MUSIC / SONG

The Hall, Togher National Schools, Togher Road, T12T996 Togher Ballyphehane Community Education Network OPEN EVENT | HEALTH & WELLBEING

Come join us for an open morning in which we will reflect on our past and look forward to the future, through performance and musical theatre, information presentations and dance/drama. The morning will have an intergenerational focus, highlighting how the connections between generations link the past to the future. The event will end with a community sing, an opportunity to sing together and enjoy songs of the past.

Togher Ballyphehane Community Education Network has members from Home School Community Links in Maria Assumpta NS, Morning Star NS & Gaelscoil an Teaglaigh Naofa, Greenmount NS & St Maries of the Isle NS, Togher Girls NS, QDS- Cope Foundation, Read

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Come to our stand in the Sports Complex to give members of the public information regarding our community choir

Corina Byrnes sing@voicesofcork.com www.voicesofcork.com

10.30 - 11.30

One Book One Community Concert Blackpool Library, Redforge Road, T23 AP11 Cork City Libraries PERFORMANCE | CULTURE

Music, Story and Song from Blackpool’s Young Adult Community around the title ‘Timmy Failure – Mistakes Were Made’

021 4924933 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

Glanmire Library, Hazelwood Shopping Centre, Glanmire, Cork City T45 E033 Cork City Libraries

Ballincollig Library, The Village Centre, P31 H674 Cork City Libraries

WORKSHOP | TECHNOLOGY

TALK | HISTORY

Register with RBdigital on Cork City Libraries website. RBdigital offers full-colour magazines to download to your own device.Basic Computer skills are required as well as your Library Card.

Booking essential.

A light-hearted glance at the pastimes and leisure activities of old Ballincollig. Young and old, tall and small – a Big Ballincollig Welcome for All!

Play from the Pike

11.00 - 12.00

Stories to Life

10.30 - 12.30

Glanmire Library, Hazelwood Shopping Centre, Glanmire, Cork City T45 E033 Cork City Libraries

Blackpool Library, Redforge Road, T23 AP11 Cork City Libraries WORKSHOP | COMMUNITY

Barbara O’Meara storyteller, and residents of St. Francis’ Gardens

Take some time to learn a new skill or if you want to rekindle your interest in knitting the come along to our knitting hour.

021 4924933 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

021 4821 627 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

WED

OPEN EVENT | CREATIVE

TUE

Knitting Hour

11.00 - 12.30

Paddy O’Brien

PERFORMANCE | COMMUNITY

Join Paddy O’Brien for a morning of stories, songs and verse.

SOCIAL | HEALTH & WELLBEING

A unique social space for people from all communities in Cork to come and chat about different topics every month. The theme for this special cafe session is Play Matters: Let’s get-together and chat about how we can reintroduce play into our lives.

SAT

Yvonne_Moloney@corkcity.ie 021 4924901 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

FRI

Tory Top Library, Ballyphehane, Cork T12 WP57 Cork City Libraries

The City Library, 57-61 Grand Parade T12 NT99 Cork City Libraries

THU

Conversation Cafe: A Lifelong Learning Special

11.00 - 12.00

021 492 4934 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

MON

021 238 9797 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

FOR BOOKINGS glanmire_library@corkcity.ie 021 4821 627

SUN

11.00 - 12.00

RB Digital Information Session

MULTI DAY

10.30 - 11.30

SUN

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

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11:00 - 12:00 & 14:00 - 15:00

11:00 - 14:00

Hollymount Ind est, Hollyhill, T23 DK73 National Learning Network

Hollymount Ind est, Hollyhill, T23 DK73 National Learning Network

INFORMATION SESSION | HEALTH & WELLBEING

OPEN EVENT / PERFORMANCE | EDUCATION

Practical introduction to mindfulness. Also an explanation of what WRAP ® is and how it can be used as a tool to manage your mental health.

Tea & coffee and free parking Facilitator: Maura Keane BSc Psychology MSc MBSI

Show us your skills at retro games, Sonic, Mario & more. Watch a gaming system ‘build’ and explore how IT can be fun! Learn to create an arty self-portrait or jam in a beginner’s guitar class. Come learn about our free courses including our exciting new Digital Media & Podcasting “Skills 4 Life” programme and grab a barista coffee & homemade cake on campus.

Mindfulness & Wellness Recovery Action Planning WRAP ®

eugene.higgins@nln.ie 021 430 0144 www.rehab.ie

11:00 - 13:00

What is a University of the Third Age? Cork College of Commerce, Morrison’s Island, T12H685 Age Action Ireland WORKSHOP | EDUCATION

A U3A is a group who come together for a greater understanding of life. It is the time we can do those things which we hadn’t the time for earlier in life. U3A members organise their own activities, an opportunity for listening, learning and understanding there are over 30 U3A’s in groups throughout the country.

11:00 - 13:00

Learn how to make Vibrant Window Boxes Cork City Partnerships Glen Outreach Office, 6 Imaal Court, The Glen Cork City Partnership CLASS / WORKSHOP | ENVIROMENT / ECOLOGY

An opportunity for people to meet staff and see what services and supports are available.

The Glen / Ballyvolane Men’s Shed will hold a demonstration showing how to make colourful, vibrant window boxes. The container boxes that are made will be raffled at the end of the morning.

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eugene.higgins@nln.ie 021 430 0144 www.rehab.ie

11.15HRS

Pilates for older adults

Douglas Community Centre T12 C840 Pilates People Cork CLASS | HEALTH & WELLBEING

Chair-based Pilates class. This is a regular Wednesday morning class. Every week we work on posture, strength, flexibility, balance, relaxation. Lots of practical and functional movement to help you keep fit and flexible.

10 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

Jaconel Janssen 085 1613505 www.pilatespeoplecork.com

Carol Kelly / Annette Head u3a@ageaction.ie

Ann Long

Visit National Learning Network Hollyhill

11.30 - 12.30

Live in the Lightwell - concert Hollyhill Library, Harbour View Road,T23 N250 Cork City Libraries PERFORMANCE | MUSIC

Concert featuring performances by Club Ceoil Knocknaheeny Trad Choir, St.Mary’s on the Hill N.S. and Scoil Íosagáin N.S. (Music Generation Cork City in partnership with Creative Tradition) and Scoil Triest

021 4924928 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

along@partnershipcork.ie

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

11.30 - 12.45

12.00 - 16.30 TBC

Mayfield Learning Festival 2020

Blackpool Library, Redforge Road, T23 AP11 Cork City Libraries

MULTI DAY

Minding Yourself – Care of yourself and those you care for TALK | HEALTH & WELLBEING

The Glen Resource Centre, Glen Avenue, T24V3YK The Glen Health Action Zone

Pollytunnel, Rainharvesting, fruit & veg Area Composting demonstration site. Gardening group meet every Wednesday morning 11am 1pm

FOR BOOKINGS

Bernard.twomey@HSE.ie 087 688 3495

WED

mayfieldlearningmatters@gmail.com 021 4508562 www.mayfieldcdp.ie

TUE

OPEN EVENT | ENVIROMENT / ECOLOGY

Welcome to a wonderful, vibrant display of learning opportunities available in Mayfield and the wider city community. Interactive, Informative and fun including formal and informal educational providers, sporting groups, craft groups, musical groups, groups that cater for all ages and abilities. There is something for everyone including performances from local choirs, schools and clubs, a pop up café, Kids zone & kids entertainment and learn all about your library service.

MON

Visit the Glen Community Garden

10 MAX

Sports & Leisure Complex, Old Youghal Rd, Mayfield.T23 NX51 EXHIBITION | CREATIVE

11:30 - 12:30

SUN

Managing stress as an older carer with a focus on learning some easy to use skills to better care for yourself and loved ones. Light refreshments.

With Judy Wall, Senior Clinical Psychologist, HSE

12.30 - 14.00

UDL in action: Creating educational resources Active Learning Space in the Hub, UCC UCC

OPEN EVENT/TOUR | HISTORY / WELLBEING

Every year one Irish million people volunteer with different organisations and each day our team of volunteers help make visits a memorable experience. Come have some coffee and cake and meet our volunteer tour guide Bernard who will talk about what volunteering means to him, followed by a free tour of the museum

SAT

Explaining accessibility as it pertains to authoring educational resources: websites, Text, Word processor documents, PDFs, videos and audio: demonstrating some easy steps everyone can take to make documents, webpages, PDFs and videos more accessible

Nano Nagle Place, Heritage Lecture Theatre (Douglas Street Entrance) FRI

CLASS/WORKSHOP | EDUCATION

One in a Million! Volunteering at Nano Nagle Place

THU

12.00 - 14.00

20 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

Patrick Kiely patrick.kiely@ucc.ie

30 MAX

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

SUN

021 4193580 www.nanonagleplace.ie

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Various Music Workshops North Monastery Road, T23 XA44 Cork Academy of Music CLASS | MUSIC

12.30 - 13.30

Music Improvisation Basics and Beyond

Open your eyes to the basics of music theory!

For novices. Booking essential - call between 9.00am-2.00pm 12 MAX

12.45 -13.45

Introduction to Music Theory Workshop for beginners. Booking essential call between 9.00am-2.00pm. 10 MAX

13:45 - 14:45

Concert by Community Employment Scheme (CE) music course.

Performance /Q & A and information session on full time CE scheme music course in CAM

13.00 - 14.00

Piano for Beginners

Join us in our state of the art Piano Laboratory and experience an introduction to inclusive, interactive learning in a group setting. Booking essential - call between 9.00am-2.00pm 8 MAX

13.00 - 14.00

Singing for Beginners Come along and unlock your vocal chords.

10 MAX

Stellarium Workshops Castle Rd, T12 YW52 CIT Blackrock Castle Observatory WORKSHOP | SCIENCE / TECHNOLOGY

CIT Blackrock Castle Observatory will help you turn your home computer into a planetarium See full details see Pg you do not need to bring your own computer – computers supplied for use on the day!

20 MAX

Rob O’ Sullivan www.bco.ie

021 4326120

13.00 - 14.00

How to Volunteer in Cork The City Library, 57-61 Grand Parade T12 NT99 Cork City Libraries WORKSHOP | COMMUNITY

A workshop delivered by the Cork Volunteer Centre staff to provide information on volunteering in Cork. This workshop is open to anyone that is interested in volunteering in Cork City and County.

FOR BOOKINGS Adam 021 4251572 www.volunteercork.ie

13.00 - 14.00

13.30 - 14.30

‘Women religious and the peace process.’

Strut along to our introductory workshop for Guitar (Don’t forget your Guitar). 10 MAX

CACSSS Research Seminar room G27, O’Rahilly Builidng, UCC UCC

13.30 - 14.30

SEMINAR | POLITICS/ CURRENT AFFAIRS/ WOMEN

Guitar for beginners.

Music Technology for Beginners.

Come along and experience an inclusive, interactive introduction to music technology in a group setting. Booking essential - call between 9.00am-2.00pm 10 MAX

BOOKING ESSENTIAL 021 4210573 www.corkacademyofmusic.ie 50

13:00 - 14:00

Based on the oral testimony of Protestant and Catholic women of faith who became involved in Northern Ireland’s peace process. Discussing how womens involvement around the world have led to more effective and more sustainable peace processes.

Féilim Ó hAdhmaill www.ucc.ie

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

13:00 - 14:00

Mayfield Sports Complex, Old Youghal Road, Mayfield, Cork Music Mash Up / Music Generation Cork City.

PERFORMANCE & WORKSHOPS | MUSIC

20 MAX

BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL VIA EVENTBRITE

https://esbtour.eventbrite.ie www.esb.ie

SUN

14:00 - 15:00

Sashiko stitching and Indigenous Textiles

MON

Performances by young musicians using the recently commissioned ‘Wings’ inclusive musical instruments (supported by the Arts Council / An Chomhairle Ealaoín), and workshops for the public to try out these fun new instruments.

Music Mash Up in partnership with Music Generation Cork City.

the internal workings of a hydroelectric power station. The river Lee hydro-electric scheme has a number of important benefits for the people of Cork including the generation of green electricity, the storage of water for the Cork Harbour water supply and the creation of a significant leisure amenity.

MULTI DAY

Wings Music Project at Mayfield Learning Festival

Eamon Nash 021-4907185 www.musicgenerationcorkcity.com TUE

13:45 -14:45

All about That Bass!

North Monastery Road, T23 XA44 Cork Academy of Music Come along and discover the basics about the Bass (why not bring along your Bass). For Bass enthusiasts. Booking essential - call between 9.00am-2.00pm FOR BOOKINGS

021 4210573 www.corkacademyofmusic.ie

14:00 - 17:00

DEMONSTRATION | CREATIVE / CRAFT / TEXTILES

Mary will share information about her collection of indigenous textiles (with a few patchwork quilts thrown in) from all over the world, including an interactive demonstration of Sashiko stitching.

Sashiko is a decorative quilting stitch from Japan, traditionally used for repair or holding layers together.

FRI

Learning Factory : Hydroelectric Power Station Tour

27A St. Patricks Woollen Mills, T12 H932 Cork Craft & Design

THU

10 MAX

WED

CLASS | MUSIC

corkcraftdesign@gmail.com 021 436 8365 www.corkcraftanddesign.com SAT

Curraleigh, Inniscarra, Co. Cork ESB & CIT - Cork Institute of Technology The event is being hosted by the ESB as part of their ongoing workplace partnership with CIT School of Mechanical, Electrical and Process Engineering . This is a unique opportunity to see CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

SUN

TOUR STEM

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14:00 - 15:00

14.20 - 16.00

Cork College of Commerce, Morrison’s Island, T12H685

Rochestown Educate Together NS, Garryduff Sports Centre, Rochestown T12A38N Primary School

‘Women in their Place’ FILM / TALK | WOMEN / EQUALITY / WOMEN

Participants will learn about the courage and determination of women in Honduras who are defending their land against exploitation by big business. The film will be followed by a short discussion about how Irish people can take action in support of communities around the world that are threatened by big business.

janet.twomey@trocaire.org

14:15 - 15:15

Basic Stagecraft for Musicians

SHOWCASE | EDUCATION

Rochestown Educate Together NS is part one of 41 primary schools in Ireland being consulted by the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (NCCA) about the Redeveloped Primary Curriculum (RPC). The RPC will contain the how, why and what of Irish primary education for the next generation of learners. Our presentation will outline what the next steps in primary education in Ireland will look like.

60 MAX

North Monastery Road, T23 XA44 Cork Academy of Music

021 4890122 www.rochestownetns.ie

CLASS | MUSIC

14.30 - 15.30

Acquire essential performance enhancing stage presence skills. Booking essential - call between 9.00am-2.00pm 10 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

021 4210573 www.corkacademyofmusic.ie

14.00 - 17.00

Northwest Learning Network group.

Expo.

Foroige, Linkpoint Youth Centre, Harbour View Road, Knocknaheeny, Cork T23 YPT7 Northwest Learning Network INFORMATION SESSION | EDUCATION

Come along to find out about all the great things going on in your area - Youth groups & clubs, educational courses, Family programmes, Sports clubs and other community groups and agencies.

Your area has lots to offer with local groups welcoming new ideas and new members.

100 MAX

John O’ Mahony john.omahony@foroige.ie

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Education in the 21st Century

Piano Accordion and Button Accordion Enthusiasts North Monastery Road, T23 XA44 Cork Academy of Music WORKSHOP | MUSIC

For beginners upwards. Booking essential 10 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

021 4210573 www.corkacademyofmusic.ie

14.30 - 15.30

Discover library online services The City Library, Reference Library, 57-61 Grand Parade, T12 NT99 Cork City Libraries WORKSHOP | TECHNOLOGY

Your free library membership gives you access to a range of online services such as e-magazines, newspapers, Britannica, online courses and language learning. Come along to the Reference department with your library card to learn how easy it is to access these great services

FOR BOOKINGS reference_library@corkcity.ie 021 4924911

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

15:00HRS

Bishopstown Library, Wilton T12 RR84 Cork City Libraries

Visitor’s Centre, North Wing, UCC UCC

OPEN EVENT | CHILDREN / GAMES

TOUR | CULTURE

Fancy a game of chess? Come along to our adult chess club. New players welcome

Join a guide led tour full details on Pg 8

Adult Chess

Walking Tour of UCC

14.30 HRS

15.00 - 16.30

Meelagh Community House for Travellers 9, Meelagh View Mahon T12 NH67 Meelagh CommunityDevelopment Project for Travellers

Liskillea, Waterfall, Near Cork T12 RV0P Bishopscourt Residential Care.

Floral Demonstration

Traveller Identity

Art & photographic project capturing memories of relatives passed. Mural project

Mary Hogan maryhcorktravellerwomen@gmail.com

14:30HRS

Microscope use for beginners CLASS / WORKSHOP | SCIENCE / TECHNOLOGY

Climate Change Activism Art Nano Nagle Place, Heritage Lecture Theatre (Douglas Street Entrance) CIT Creativity and Change EXHIBITION | ENVIRONMENT / CREATIVE

Come and see the culmination of four weeks of protest art making facilitated by CIT Creativity and Change in their ‘Youth Studio’, a pop up studio hosted by Nano Nagle Place where young adults could come to create protest art and materials for the upcoming climate march.

FOR BOOKINGS

Cian O’Mahony 021 4294201

40 MAX

SAT

16 MAX

15.00 - 17.00

FRI

The light microscope has been used for centuries by scientists and is a primary tool in the biological sciences, material science, screening and diagnostics. Find out about its structure and uses. Prepare and view microbes, plant and animal cells and bring samples along to view!

FOR BOOKINGS Mary Sheehan activities@bishopscourt.ie 021 4885833

THU

Douglas Community School T12HF77 Douglas Community School

Join Carolyn Miller for a floral demonstration and tips on how to arrange flowers. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn the art of flower arranging with some great ideas for Easter arrangements.

WED

50 MAX

DEMONSTRATION | CREATIVE TUE

LAUNCH EVENT | CULTURE

MON

(accompanied) JP Quinn jp.quinn@ucc.ie www.ucc.ie

SUN

021 492 4950 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

MULTI DAY

14.30 - 17.00

021 4193580 www.nanonagleplace.ie SUN

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

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EVENT LISTINGS WEDNESDAY 10TH

15.00 - 17.00

15.30 - 16.30

Safari/Carrigbawn Annex room, Donovan’s Road, UCC. UCC

The City Library, Childen’s Library, Grand Parade,T12 NT99 HSE & Cork City Libraries

SEMINAR | POLITICS/ CURRENT AFFAIRS

OPEN EVENT | CHILDREN / LITERATIURE & LITERACY

Moral Panic is a well-researched social process explaining several societal reactions to events and which can have serious political and cultural implications. This talk explores the concept and process of Moral Panic and argues that this can be applied to understanding the Brexit phenomenon.

Happy Talk HSE and Cork City Libraries invite children aged 0 – 6 years and their parents and carers to come and learn fun ways and games to encourage language development and early literacy.

“Brexit: A Moral Panic?”

Féilim Ó hAdhmaill www.ucc.ie

15.00HRS

Seamus Murphy and Blackpool Church of the Annunciation, Great William O’Brien St, Blackpool. T23 FW44 Cork Decorative and Fine Arts Society / Blackpool Historical Society

Happy Talk in the Library

021 4294903 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

15:30 - 16:30

Happy Talk in the Library

TALK | CULTURE

The life and work of Seamus Murphy by Brendan Doyle, Chairman of Cork DFAS, with reference to Murphys work for the Church of the Annunciation, Blackpool. A photographic exhibition will accompany the presentation.

Weather permitting the presentation will be followed by a short walk to view the relevant sites in the vicinity.

Brendan Doyle, Chairman Cork DFAS www.corkdfas.ie

15.30 - 16.30

Beginner’s guide to the Raspberry PI

Mayfield Library HSE & Cork City Libraries READING / TALK | LITERACY

Children aged 0 – 6 years and their parents and carers are invited to come and learn fun ways to encourage language development and early literacy. Come and join Nibbles the Happy Talk bunny to see what Happy Talk is all about!

www.hse.ie/happytalk

Bishopstown Library, Wilton T12 RR84 Cork City Libraries WORKSHOP | TECHNOLOGY

See how to install NOOBs operating system on this €40 euro mini-computer

021 492 4950 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

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Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

17:00 - 19:00

The Kabin Studio, Knocknaheeny GMC Beats, The Kabin Studio and Music Generation Cork City

West Wing 9, The Quadrangle, UCC UCC

Hapnin Podcast recording session

OPEN EVENT | CULTURE

16:00 - 17:00

Castle Rd, T12 YW52 CIT Blackrock Castle Observatory DEMONSTRATION | SCIENCE / TECHNOLOGY

17:15 - 18:30

Home Brew Presentation

Badger and Dodo Roastery Outlet, 11 Barrack St DEMONSTRATION | FOOD & NUTRITION

Demonstration and tasting on best practices for making coffee at home. Simple pointers on ways to improve your everyday coffee.

20 MAX FOR BOOKINGS Booking via eventbrite www.badgeranddodo.ie

16:00 - 17:00

17.30HRS

Cork College of Commerce, Morrison’s Island, T12H685 WORKSHOP | HEALTH & WELLBEING

TALK | POLITICS/ CURRENT AFFAIRS / HISTORY

The Irish struggle for independence made a deep impression throughout Europe, both in political discourses and in the arts. The impact of historical developments in Ireland has been felt in a very special way in the stateless nations of Spain. Two presentations of 20 mins focusing respectively on Catalonia and Galicia.

SUN

queries@ccoc.ie 021 4222100

Room 123, The O’ Rahilly Building, UCC UCC SAT

What is Stress ? : Find out more about Positive v Negative Stress, How to Cope with Work, Family and Assignments, the importance of sufficient sleep and what help is available to help you manage your stress.

Awakening Nations: Responses to the Irish Struggle in Catalonia and Galicia

FRI

How to Reduce and Manage your Stress

THU

Rob O’ Sullivan 021 4326120 www.bco.ie

WED

Have you ever wanted to see what the Moon looks like through a telescope? Well this is your chance. We’ll be checking out our nearest celestial neighbour with FREE telescope viewing sessions. Observing, as always, is weather dependent.

Dr Rachel Woodlock / Dr Amanullah De Sondy rachel@rachelwoodlock.com / amanullah.desondy@ucc.ie 021 490 2895 / 089 222 9341

TUE

Live Astronomy at CIT Blackrock Castle Observatory

Ireland is now home to over sixty thousand Muslims, this is useful for those who interact professionally and personally on a regular basis with Muslims; for those who wish to deepen their understanding of the belief-system that plays an important role on the global political stage; as well as those interested in expanding their awareness of this fascinating but often misunderstood religion.

MON

10 MAX

Garry McCarthy 085-1186065 www.musicgenerationcorkcity.com

TALK | EDUCATION SUN

The Hapnin podcast opens its doors, inviting the public to come and experience a podcast recording session, and to chat on it. In partnership with Foróige Linkpoint.

Islam and Muslims: All your Questions Answered, (well, nearly)

MULTI DAY

16.00 - 17.30

e.serraporteiro@ucc.ie h.buffery@ucc.ie www.ucc.ie CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

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17:30 - 18:30

18.00 - 19.00

Enterprise House, 36 Mary St, T12RCY9 Alliance Française de Cork

The City Library, 57-61 Grand Parade T12 NT99 Cork City Libraries

Poisson d’avril’ : Childrens workshop CLASS | LANGUAGE / CULTURE

April Fool’s day traditions in France - In this workshop, children will discover France and April Fool’s day French traditions through a story about sardines.

20 MAX

(7-10 year olds) FOR BOOKINGS

Céline info@alliancefrancaisecork.com 021 431 0677

17:30 - 18:30

Blended Learning Workshop Cork College of Commerce, Morrison’s Island, T12H685 WORKSHOP | EDUCATION

Blended Learning is a method of teaching that integrates technology and digital media with traditional instructor led classroom activities, giving students more flexibility.

Christine Corrigan 021 4222100 www.corkcollegeofcommerce.ie

17:30HRS

Atlantic Currents: Cork & Lowell Writers

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Self-care for Wellbeing

TALK | HEALTH & WELLBEING

Make 2020 the year you learn to prioritise looking after yourself! Come and spend an hour learning some skills and tools which you can bring into your life to support your emotional wellbeing. We will look at what self-care is, and talk through some ideas and tips on how we can mind our emotional wellbeing. This workshop is led by Maeve O’Connor, and Counsellor and Psychotherapist based in Cork city.

021 4924900 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

18.00 - 20.00

Beginner’s Kung Fu St. Finn Barre’s Cathedral Hall, 11 Dean St. Shaolin Ireland CLASS | FITNESS, SELF DEFENSE & WELLNESS

For full details see ‘Shaolin Ireland Beginner’s Kung Fu’ listing on pages 31& 94 Tues & Sat You’ll also get 2 weeks FREE to try it out!

20 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

Master K 083 8125557 (text only) www.shaolin.ie

18:00 - 19:00

Childcare Degree Programmes Levels 7 & 8

Council Chamber, City Hall

Cork College of Commerce, Morrison’s Island, T12H685

BOOK LAUNCH | LEARNING CITY

WORKSHOP | EDUCATION / CHILDCARE

Atlantic Currents is published by Loom Press of Lowell. There will also be a writers’ exchange.

The idea is to introduce the two cities to each other and so the anthology includes the histories of Lowell and Cork, together with work by established and emerging poets, short story writers and novelists, journalists, prose writers, and personal responses to life in both cities.

If you want to gain new qualifications in the areas of Applied Early Childhood Studies or Leadership & Management in the Early Years sector, then come along to this Session to find out more.

These qualifications are awarded at NFQ Level 7 and NFQ Level 8 by Dundalk Institute of Technology.

info@corklearningcity.ie

Niamh Gaine queries@ccoc.ie 021 4222100

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

18:00 - 19:00

Cork College of Commerce, Morrison’s Island, T12H685 WORKSHOP | EDUCATION / CHILDCARE

CLASS | HEALTH & WELLBEING / EXERCISE

For full details see pages 42

FOR BOOKINGS barry@risingsun.ie 086 722 2779 www.risingsun.ie

18.30 - 19.30

Good Vibrations with Jim Cosgrave

18:00 - 19:00

Question & Answer on Autism

Mahon Family Resource Centre, T12 Y180 Join Susan Crawford for a night of question & answers on autism. Refreshment’s provided.

The City Library, Music Library, 57-61 Grand Parade, T12 NT99 Cork City Libraries TALK | MUSIC

This presentation will offer a guided journey through a myriad of ‘musics’. Booking essential

FOR BOOKINGS

WED

FOR BOOKINGS Helen_McGonagle@corkcity.ie 021 4924929

TUE

CLASS / WORKSHOP | HEALTH & WELLBEING

8 MAX

Douglas GAA Rising Sun School of Karate

MON

Ann Corcoran queries@ccoc.ie 021 4222100

Lets Try Karate!

SUN

The workshop will discuss the value and benefits of gaining QQI qualifications in the areas of Childcare and Healthcare at Level 5 and Level 6.

18:30 - 19:30

MULTI DAY

Childcare QQI Level 5/6 Programme workshop

18.30HRS

Jenny Liu info@frcentre.ie 021 4358866

Give your child the gift of your native language

Talk on the Irish Security Industry Cork College of Commerce, Morrison’s Island, T12H685

LECTURE | EDUCATION / SECURITY

Bring your child with you to this session for Polish parents about our Polish complementary school for children called Razem Academy located in Cork, Ballincollig, Cobh, Midleton and Clonakilty.

Since 2015 we have been providing pre-school and primary school curriculum classes, educating children in the Polish language, culture and history.

SAT

Ben Coy queries@ccoc.ie 021 4222100 www.corkcollegeofcommerce.ie

INFORMATION SESSION | EDUCATION

FRI

Ben Coy, a retired Garda and Security Studies teacher in the Cork College of Commerce, delivers a talk on how the Security Industry in Ireland has developed and changed over the last number of years. Take this opportunity to find out everything about the Security Industry in Ireland

2a Kilnap Business and Technology Park Old Mallow Rd, Cork, T23 V9K3 Together-Razem Centre

THU

18:00 - 19:00

20 MAX

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

SUN

Agatha 021 4395588 www.together-razem.org

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19.00 - 20.00 TWO SESSIONS - 8.009.00PM

Tai Chi

A Career in Teaching English as a Second/ Foreign Language

Turners Cross Community Centre, Curragh Road, T12 YP89 Turners Cross Community Assoc

Room 2.55, The O’ Rahilly Building, UCC. UCC TALK/LECTURE | EDUCATION

TAI CHI | HEALTH & WELLBEING / EXERCISE

UCC Language Centre offers opportunities to qualify for a globally recognised Cambridge Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA), which qualifies holders to teach English (ESL) in language schools worldwide.

There will be a demo lesson and you will have the opportunity to have any questions answered.

Tea and Coffee available.

You will get a taste of traditional Yang Style Tai Chi Chuan Participants should wear comfortable clothes. Flat shoes are best. See also listing on pg 59

FOR BOOKINGS John Buckley Booking via Eventbrite

taichicork@gmail.com

19.00 - 20.15

Italian Crime after Montalbano: New and Old Italians

30 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

Sally Orren Aoife Ní Mhurchú TandD@ucc.ie www.ucc.ie

021 4902043 or 021 4902641

Room 1.32, O’ Rahilly Building, UCC UCC

19:00HRS

TALK/LECTURE | CULTURE

Lotus Yoga Studio, Academy Street Art of Living Education Ireland

In this talk, Dr Mark Chu, an expert on Italian crime fiction, gives his take on the 2018 Italian television series, Carlo & Malik, currently showing on Netflix, and looks at the way in which the crime format is used to explore issues in contemporary Italian society.

FOR BOOKINGS Mark Chu m.chu@ucc.ie www.ucc.ie

19.30 - 20.30

Spanish Class

Cork Bridge Club, 36 St Patrick’s Quay,T23 EP20 Cork Spanish Circle

Art of Living : Meditation CLASS / WORKSHOP | HEALTH & WELLBEING

We teach relaxation and breathing techniques to achieve easy access to meditation for stress relief and other health benefits.

30 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

Kate Foy Booking via Evenybrite 089 2270918

19:15 - 21:30

Voices of Cork Choir

CLASS | EDUCATION

St. Patricks infant school, Gardiners hill

Visitors are invited to attend our Beginners class and see how students who started last September have progressed.

Open rehearsal where people can see what it is like being in a choir, and participate also!

15 MAX

Enda 021 4963828 www.corkspanishcircle.com

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19.30 - 20.30

OPEN REHARSAL | MUSIC / SONG

Corina Byrnes sing@voicesofcork.com www.voicesofcork.com

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

20:15 - 21:25

IGG Resource Irish Girl Guides

Sacred Body Studio Block C3, 1st Floor, Unit B, Donnybrook Commercial Centre, T12 APN7

Coffee Evening

Root & Release - Beginners Yoga

INFORMATION SESSION | CHILDREN / VOLUNTEERING

Body mobility has positive effects to help balancing the nervous system. This is a good class to start to build up strength and develop the technique to hold the Yoga poses with the right alignment of your spine. Open to all levels, the class has a gentle flow and rhythm. Suitable for Yoga beginners 19 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

info@sacredbodystudio.com www.sacredbodystudio.com

Turners Cross Community Centre, Curragh Road, T12 YP89 Turners Cross Community Assoc

9.30 - 11.00

Tai Chi

TAI CHI | HEALTH & WELLBEING / EXERCISE

20:00 - 21:00

World as One Choir

You’ll be brought through a variety of different Qi Gong exerises & meditation; selected postures from the Hua To 5 Animal Play, I Chin Ching, & Yueh Fei. We will then practice the entirety of the 24 Combine form of Tai Chi Chuan. You’ll also get 2 weeks FREE to try it out!

OPEN REHEARSAL/ PERFORMANCE | MUSIC / SONG

9.30 - 13.00

Citizens Information with George Forde Ballincollig Library, The Village Centre, P31 H674 Cork City Libraries OPEN EVENT | COMMUNITY

SAT

Try singing for fun in a friendly and relaxed environment with our multicultural community choir. We meet weekly (on Wednesday nights) under the direction of our musical director Marian Power in a city centre location. New members always welcome!

20 MAX FOR BOOKINGS Master K 083 8125557 (text only) www.shaolin.ie

FRI

Welcome English, Convent Place, Crosses Green. (off Proby’s Quay) T12 C673

Citizens Information attend the library on the first and third Wednesdays of every month. If you have a question – this is where you may learn the answer

021 238 9797 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

SUN

Ann Bracken apmbracken@hotmail.com

TAI CHI CLASS | FITNESS, MEDITATION & WELLNESS

THU

FOR BOOKINGS John Buckley taichicork@gmail.com Booking via Eventbrite

St. Finn Barre’s Cathedral Hall, 11 Dean St. Shaolin Ireland

WED

You will get a taste of traditional Yang Style Tai Chi Chuan, including: The principles and concepts that underpin the art, the role of internal energy and how to develop and use it how to still the mind. Participants should wear comfortable clothes. Flat shoes are best.

Beginner’s Tai Chi

TUE

20.00 - 21.00

MON

Josephine swrdo@irishgirlguides.ie 087 3561364 www.irishgirlguides.ie

CLASS | EXERCICE HEALTH & WELLBEING

SUN

3,000 girls are on our waiting lists waiting for YOU to join! Like the girls, you will grow in confidence, develop your skills and talents, make new friends and have fun while #givinggirlsconfidence!

MULTI DAY

19:30 - 20:30

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MULTI DAY HAPPENING TODAY Direct’ Photography Exhibition

FOR FULL LISTING SEE PAGE

The City Library, Grand Parade, T12 NT99

Photographers Unite

11

Robert Gibbings Exhibition

11

Seamus Murphy Exhibition

11

The Cork House Name Project - Exhibition

8

Our World in Black & White

8

Our World in Black & White

9

Stellarium Workshops

8

Cork 1920 - The Burning of a City Tour

8

Walking Tour of UCC

8

Accidental Triggers Exhibition

9

Learning for life in a Special School

7

My Education, My Future - Art Initiative

7

Photography & Creative Writing Exhibition

9

Teacher and Student Art Exhibition & Competition

6

Traveller Student Print Project

7

“Explorers” Marine Science Workshop

7

The Cork House Name Project - Exhibition

8

Discover Cork’s Medieval Past Tour

9

Blackpool Library, Redforge Road, T23 AP11 Bishopstown Library, Wilton T12 RR84 Blackpool Library, Redforge Road, T23 AP11 CSN College, Tramore Rd. T12 AC91

Knocknaheeny Community Centre, Harbour View Rd The Glucksman, UCC, T12 V1WH Castle Rd, T12 YW52

St. Peter’s Cork, North Main St

Visitor’s Centre, North Wing, UCC Triskel Gallery Space, Tobin Street, T12 WYY0 Lavanagh Centre, Ballintemple, Cork T12 NT26 James Barry Exhibition Centre, CIT, Bishopstown

Cork College of Commerce, Morrison’s Island, T12H685 Cork College of Commerce, Morrison’s Island, T12H685 Cork City Hall, Anglesea St.

Old Cork Waterworks, Lee Road, T23 N828 CSN College, Tramore Rd. T12 AC91

Elizabeth Fort, Barrack Street, T12 C8AO

Exhibition of sculptures by Krzysiek Rosa

10

From Borrowed Space to Cyberspace

10

Giant Connect Four

10

Mary Elmes - ‘I got things done’ - History Exhibition

10

Mayfield Arts Centre - Art Exhibition

11

No Longer Forgotten - History Exhibition

11

One book One Community 2019/2020 Exhibition

11

Review Central Exhibition

6

The City Library, 57-61 Grand Parade, Cork, T12 NT99 Ballincollig Library, The Village Centre, P31 H674 Hollyhill Library, T23 N252 Glanmire Library, T45 E036

Frank O’Connor Library, T23 E651

The City Library, Grand Parade, T12 NT99 Hollyhill Library, T23 N252

St. John’s Central College, Sawmill st

A Rare “Ulysses” Exhibition

10

Cork’s Boxing Story

10

The City Library, Grand Parade, T12 NT99 Tory Top Library, T12 WP57 60

10

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

MULTI DAY SUN MON

Thursday TUE

2ND APRIL

WED

Cork Conversations : Learning City Seminar

THU

9:00 - 13:00

Council Chambers, City Hall Learning City

60 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

Denis Barrett Learningfestival@corkcity.ie 021 4924527 SUN

Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever.”

SAT

“

This is an opportunity to get involved in a discussion about best practice in Learning Cities. Come along to meet representatives from Learning Cities to hear about innovations, initiatives and ideas that are helping to transform cities through learning

FRI

SEMINAR | LEARNING CITY

– MAHATMA GANDHI

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

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9:00 - 17:00

Teacher and Student Art Exhibition & Competition

10.00 - 13.00

Mayfield Crafters

Cork College of Commerce, Morrison’s Island, T12H685 EXHIBITION | CREATIVE

A week long exhibition showcasing how students explore the creative process as part of their education. Student’s work in a diverse range of creative visual media and applied art; all work is underlined by a strong emphasis on learning about process – both designing and making.

queries@ccoc.ie 021 4222100 www.corkcollegeofcommerce.ie

10.00 - 10.45

Story Song and Rhyme Hollyhill Library, Harbour View Road, Knocknaheeny, Cork T23 N250 Cork City Libraries OPEN EVENT | CHILDREN / MUSIC & SONG

Story Song and Rhyme suitable for children 0-4 years, supported by Young Knocknaheeny

021 4924928 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

Frank O’Connor Library, Old Youghal Road, Mayfield T23 E651 Cork City Libraries OPEN EVENT | CREATIVE

For one morning only the Mayfield Crafters will be at Mayfield Library. Grab your needles and join the group or come along and get some tips.

021 4924935 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

10:00 - 11:00

Origins of Popular Music CSN College, Tramore Rd. T12 AC91 Colaiste Stiofain Naofa WORKSHOP | MUSIC

This workshop will give participants an insight into the origins of popular music. It will give a brief overview of its social and historical context.

021 4961020 www.csn.ie

10:00 - 11:00

General knowledge Quiz Old Youthreach Building,The Glen Resource Centre The Dillon’s Cross Project QUIZ | CREATIVE

A warm welcome for teams of two and you just might learn a thing or two along the way. Good fun and we are providing tea, coffee and home baking. First, second and third prizes !

Eibhlin Davitt eibhlin davitt@hotmail.com

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Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

10:00 - 12:00

10:15 - 11:15

Mural Walk

46A Spriggs Road, Gurranabraher Cork City Partnership

MULTI DAY

Relaxation & Hand Massage CLASS | HEALTH & WELLBEING

Meet at Blackrock Castle OUTDOOR / WALK | CULTURE / ECOLOGY

Mental Health & Wellbing Goal Setting Sessions

INFORMATION SESSION | HEALTH & WELLBEING

10.30 - 12.30

Meet the Artist - Crawford Supported Studio

THU

The Focus Programme team would like to offer people the chance to learn about goal setting, its role in mental health and wellbeing and how to set SMART goals in life. We are offering oneto-one goal setting sessions that are up to 40 minutes long with a member of our experienced team. Booking essential. See page 21 also

FOR BOOKINGS info@mahoncdp.com 021-4359070

FRI

FOR BOOKINGS

Carol O’Sullivan carol.osullivan@nln.ie 087 6674282 or 021 4509021

WED

National Learning Network, 26 Penrose Wharf, Cork The Focus Programme

TUE

10:00 - 15.30

MON

Walk with Viv Sadd along the Mahon peninsula pathway and learn about the series of murals created by artists from Mahon and Belfast as part of a Cooperation Ireland initiative. Mahon CDP Walking Group meet each Thursday at 10am and enjoy the beautiful local scenery followed by a cuppa and a chat.

FOR BOOKINGS Carmen Ichim cichim@partnershipcork.ie 021 4301700

18 MAX

SUN

Time to relax 1 Come along to Cork City Partnerships Community space in Spriggs Road.

You will enjoy a relaxing morning learning the basic techniques of arm and hand massage and meeting new people. Refreshments provided and staff will be available to outline what courses and activities are going on in the area.

Crawford College of Art and Design (CIT), 64 Grand Parade CCAD CIT / Crawford Gallery / City Arts Office / COPE Foundation.

Satisfy your creative curiosity with an opportunity to meet the artists at work here in the Crawford College of Art and Design.

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

SUN

Louise.Foott@cit.ie 021 4335256 www.crawford.cit.ie

SAT

OPEN EVENT | CREATIVE

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10.30 - 12.30

11.00 - 12.30

Glanmire Library, Hazelwood Shopping Centre, Glanmire, Cork City T45 E034 Cork City Libraries

The Glucksman, UCC, T12 V1WH UCC

OPEN EVENT | CREATIVE

Join Senior Curator Tadhg Crowley to explore the UCC Art Collection in this walking tour around our historic campus. Find out about the ways in which the collection is used as a learning resource and gain insight into significant artworks by some of Ireland’s most distinguished artists.

Crochet Circle

If you would like to rekindle your passion for crochet or if you are a complete novice and would like to learn a new skill then why not come along to our Crochet Circle.

021 4821 627 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

10.30 - 12.30

Scrabble Club Glanmire Library, Hazelwood Shopping Centre, Glanmire, Cork City T45 E033 Cork City Libraries OPEN EVENT | CHILDREN / GAMES

Playing Scrabble has many hidden benefits that range from developing your intellect to enhancing your vocabulary and much more.

021 4821 627 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

11.00 - 12.00

Walking Tour of UCC Art Collection TOUR | CREATIVE / CULTURE

30 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

Lucia Taeubler info@theglucksman.org 021 940 1844

11.00HRS

Tour of LTI garden & planting up for Summer Ardfoyle Convent, Ardfoyle Cresent, Blackrock Horticultuire LTI DEMONSTRATION | EDUCATION

Tour of the gardens created and maintained by our students followed by demonstration on planting up hanging baskets and window boxes for summer displays

Gramphone Recital

Hollyhill Library, Harbour View Road, Knocknaheeny, Cork T23 N250 Cork City Libraries OPEN EVENT | MUSIC

Sit back and enjoy our monthly gramophone recital. Refreshments provided.

20 MAX

Finola McCarthy / Lar lynch larlynch@gmail.com 087 1409189

021 4924928 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

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Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

11:00 - 13:00

The Recreate Centre, 17 Easons Hill, Shandon, T23 N44W Cork Work Initiative Northside (WIN)

Mayfield Community Training Centre, Unit 1a Mayfield Business Park. Mayfield

Technology Workshop

CLASS / WORKSHOP | TECHNOLOGY

OPEN EVENT | EDUCATION

FOR BOOKINGS

jmccormack@nce.ie or chammond@nce.ie

A salute to Ireland and the Eurovision

PERFORMANCE | MUSIC

60 MAX

Guided Mindfulness and Self Care Space Traveller Visibility Group, 25 Lower John Street Traveller Visibility Group OPEN EVENT | HEALTH & WELLBEING

A relaxing and peaceful morning to allow yourself some very welcome time-out Join a guided mindfulness session this is a great technique to use when going through stressful times but can be used at any point to allow space to focus on the present moment.

THU

A musical morning hosted jointly by North Presentation Adult Ed and The Family Centre Church of the Resurrection, Farranree. Take a trip down memory lane with us and sing along to Irelands Eurovision entries. Sing, get up and dance and join us for a fun morning.

11:00 -1200

WED

Family Centre, Church of the Resurrection, Farranree North Presentation Adult Education Dept

TUE

11:00 - 13:00

Mairead Quarry Advocate@blackpoolgfctc.ie 087 0531012

MON

Joanne McCormack

Come see community training in action – based in the heart of the community offering six full time courses for people aged between 16 and 21 years. Culinary skills, Multiskills (woodwork), Construction skills, Business skills, Hospitality and tourism and Sports and recreations. QQI level 4 qualification. Sign up on the day, meet the staff and young people and become part of it all!

SUN

This event is for anyone who would like an introduction to computers, be it booking a flight to sending an email. We will have a green screen in the classroom on the day for some Photoshop fun!

20 MAX

Come see us in Action – community training

MULTI DAY

11:00 - 13:00

FOR BOOKINGS 20 MAX

FRI

Margaret Cahill Family Centre and Joanne Twomey Adult Ed Coordinator adulteddept@northpres.ie 021 4301030

FOR BOOKINGS

Ann Jordan tvgcork@gmail.com 086 6084659 SAT

30 MAX

Event is family friendly

This event is part of the ‘Cork Playful City’ Project

This event has a maximum number of people allowed in the venue. Booking is recommended.

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

SUN

Event venue is wheelchair accessible

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11:00 - 12.30

Learning Factory : Flex

11:30 - 12:30

Preparing A Song For Performance

Kilbarry Industrial Estate, Dublin Hill, T23 CV63 Flex TOUR | SCIENCE / TECHNOLOGY

Technology has transformed our lives and industry. Flex is at the heart of this revolution, helping companies across 12 industries infuse intelligence into their products. Take a tour of the Flex facility in Cork and see how technology is helping us to Live Smarter™ featuring Digital keyboard synthesisers, Augmented Reality headsets, Biometric trackers and marine automated information systems.

20 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

Cliodhna Byrne Cliodhna.byrne@flex.com 021 2300014 www.flex.com

11:30 - 12:15

Yoga for Beginners Mahon Family Resource Centre, T12 Y180 CLASS | HEALTH & WELLBEING

Learn to relax and loosen your body, clear your mind, increase energy and enjoy effortless living.

Yoga has many benefits, including reducing stress and aiding relaxation.

8 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

Jenny Liu info@frcentre.ie 021 4358866

11.30 - 12.30

Stories to Life with Barbara O’Meara The City Library, 57-61 Grand Parade T12 NT99 Cork City Libraries

CSN College, Tramore Rd. T12 AC91 Colaiste Stiofain Naofa WORKSHOP | MUSIC / SONG

This workshop will highlight some of the basic principles of arranging and interpreting music, with reference to key elements such as melody, harmony and rhythm.

021 4961020 www.csn.ie

11:30 - 12:30

Wildflower Window Boxes for Bees Niche Knocknaheeny/Hollyhill Community Garden, Hollyville Estate, Harbour View Road, Cork (Behind the Apple Green Garage) WORKSHOP | ENVIROMENT / ECOLOGY

The workshop is to demonstrate the importance of bees and other pollinators in Ireland and actions we can take to protect them. The workshop will involve the native wildflower seed planting into containers and making wildflower seed bombs to take home. Light lunch provided

Sarah Carr 021 4300135 www.nicheonline.ie

WORKSHOP | COMMUNITY

Storyteller Barbara O’Meara brings the Growing Imaginations sensory books in a bag to life with participants from COPE Foundation, Deerpark.

Booking essential

FOR BOOKINGS Yvonne Moloney Yvonne_Moloney@corkcity.ie 021 4924901 66

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Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

12.00 - 14.00

Meeting Room 1, Student Centre, CIT Bishopstown CIT Access/Mature Student Officer TALK | EDUCATION

Traveller Health Information Forum Traveller Visibility Group, 25 Lower John Street Traveller Visibility Group INFORMATION SESSION | HEALTH & WELLBEING

Join our Community Health Care Workers and Health Team for an open day where we talk about the range of services offered in TVG. Discuss matters impacting Traveller health, as well as screening several short info films created to promote Traveller Health.

50 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS emily.clifford@cit.ie 021-4335138 www.cit.ie/maturestudent

MON

SUN

Meet and greet with Mature Students in CIT from a number of different courses. Hear inspiring accounts about their experience of coming to college and the impact that it has had on their lives and that of their families. Information available on how to apply to CIT as a Mature Student, fees & financial support.

12:00 - 13.00

MULTI DAY

Life Changing Journeys of Adult Learners

tvgcaroline@gmail.com 021 4503786 www.tvgcork.ie

TUE

12:30 - 14:00

Goal setting & Mindfulness workshop Engineering as a career Hollyhill Library, Harbour View Road, Knocknaheeny, Cork T23 N250 Cork City Libraries A presentation and fun workshop suitable for children 9-12 years, booking essential. In association with Arup, Impact, Our Community Matters and Knocknaheeny Learning Neighbourhoods

WORKSHOP | HEALTH & WELLBEING

Explore your unique talents and skills and set relevant goals in this interactive Personal Development workshop with SECAD Partnership.

We will also look at mindful practice and its usefulness in creating calm and focus in an oftenchaotic world

FOR BOOKINGS

FRI

15 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS hollyhill_library@corkcity.ie 021 4924928

THU

WORKSHOP | EDUCATION / ENGINEERING

Ballincollig Family Resource Centre, Station Road P31XP59 SECAD Partnership CLG

WED

12.15 - 14.15

info@secad.ie 021 4613432 www.secad.ie

Lunch Time Concert

SAT

12.45 -1.45

North Monastery Road, T23 XA44 Cork Academy of Music PERFORMANCE | MUSIC

SUN

A Performance by Local Training Initiative Level 5 music students with a varied selection of popular songs. Q&A and information session on music courses for young adults. admin@corkacademyofmusic.ie

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13.00 - 14.00

13:00 - 14:00

North Monastery Road, T23 XA44 Cork Academy of Music

Cork Craft & Design, 27A St. Patricks Woollen Mills, T12 H932 Cork Craft & Design / Needle Sketches

Piano for Beginners CLASS | MUSIC

Join us in our state of the art Piano Laboratory and experience an introduction to inclusive, interactive learning in a group setting. Booking essential - call between 9.00am-2.00pm 8 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

Bag Making

DEMONSTRATION | CREATIVE / CRAFT / TEXTILES

A textile demonstration that aims to teach people about bag making, specifically the steps involved in making a crossbody bag

021 4210573 www.corkacademyofmusic.ie

021 436 8365 www.corkcraftanddesign.com

13.00 - 14.00

13:00 - 15:00

The Life and Adventures of Miguel de Cervantes, Creator of Don Quixote Ballincollig Library, The Village Centre, P31 H674 Cork City Libraries TALK | HISTORY / LITERATURE

An illustrated lunchtime talk with Stephen Boyd of UCC’s Department of Spanish

021 238 9797 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

13:00 - 14:00

How to maintain your lawn CSN College, Tramore Rd. T12 AC91 Colaiste Stiofain Naofa

Film Screening of “Night School” (2018) Cork College of Commerce, Morrison’s Island, T12H685 FILM | EDUCATION / CULTURE

The film features an unemployed character Ted Walker who is forced to attend night school in order to graduate High School. The film shows how Ted deals with his fellow students, his feisty teacher who doesn’t think he’s too bright and with the challenges that this return to education presents.

queries@ccoc.ie www.corkcollegeofcommerce.ie

13:00HRS

Baroque Concert

CLASS/ WORKSHOP | ENVIROMENT / ECOLOGY

This event will give people the knowledge to maintain their lawn in excellent condition.

Several topics will be covered including mowing, scarifying, fertilising, aeration etc. This event will consist of a classroom presentation and weather permitting we will have a practical demonstration also.

PERFORMANCE | MUSIC

20 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

Daniel Crowley d.crowley@csn.ie 021 4961020

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CIT Cork School of Music, Union Quay, Foyer CIT CSM Baroque Ensemble perform music by Telemann, Biber, Purcell etc.

www.csm.cit.ie

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

13.30 - 15.30

North Monastery Road, T23 XA44 Cork Academy of Music

Douglas Pop-up Library, Douglas Community Centre T12 C840 Cork City Libraries

Saxophone for Beginners.

CLASS | MUSIC

6 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

021 4210573 www.corkacademyofmusic.ie

Ukulele Workshop

Bring together music and dance by using tin cans as both props to dance with and instruments. We will play the cans as drums using the rhythms we create as music to move to. No experience necessary - just bring tin cans of food and these will later be donated to a local charity. Book via email

MON

13.30 - 14.30

WORKSHOP | CULTURE /DANCE

North Monastery Road, T23 XA44 Cork Academy of Music

SUN

Open introductory workshop for anyone interested in taking up Saxophone!

A Dance Concerto Workshop

MULTI DAY

13.15 - 14.15

douglas_library@corkcity.ie 021 492 4932

CLASS | MUSIC

10 MAX

Introduction to basic Rhythm.

FOR BOOKINGS

North Monastery Road, T23 XA44 Cork Academy of Music

021 4210573 www.corkacademyofmusic.ie

CLASS | MUSIC

Workshop for Percussion Enthusiasts WORKSHOP | MUSIC

For beginners upwards Including Drum Kit, Snare Drum and Tuned percussion.

FOR BOOKINGS

021 4210573 www.corkacademyofmusic.ie

14.00 - 15.00

Introduction to Film Music Scores North Monastery Road, T23 XA44 Cork Academy of Music CLASS | MUSIC / CULTURE

Experience and understand basic film music scoring techniques.

FRI

021 4210573 www.corkacademyofmusic.ie

FOR BOOKINGS

THU

North Monastery Road, T23 XA44 Cork Academy of Music

10 MAX

WED

Have you got Rhythm? Workshop for beginners.

13.30 - 14.30

10 MAX

TUE

13.45 - 14.45

For beginners upwards...

10 MAX FOR BOOKINGS

021 4210573 www.corkacademyofmusic.ie

SAT SUN

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14.00 - 16.00

14:00 - 15:00

The City Library, 57-61 Grand Parade T12 NT99 Cork City Libraries

LifeFM Studios, Deanrock Business Park, Deanrock, Togher, Cork

OPEN EVENT | LITERATURE

Radio is an exciting and unique platform for writers and playwrights. Find out about the basics of planning, writing and finding an outlet for producing your radio dramas. Both beginners and seasoned scribes are welcome. LifeFM has received multiple national awards for writing and producing radio dramas for Community Radio.

Non Fiction writers Group Open Mic

Celebrating their 12th year Cork Non-Fiction Writers welcome you to drop-in to this reading session. Visitors willing to read will be given priority. We look forward to seeing and hearing you!

021 4924900 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

14:00 - 14:30

St. Brendan’s Music Extravaganza St. Brendan’s GNS, The Glen, T23 AK29 CIT Cork School of Music PERFORMANCE | MUSIC

St. Brendan’s School Ensemble consists of all the students from third to sixth class. Once a week normal schoolwork is put aside for music lessons with a variety of tutors. The students receive tuition in recorder, flute, trumpet, percussion and choir, and regularly perform in various locations around the city. The students will present a variety of pieces in this musical extravaganza.

FOR BOOKINGS Caoimhe Conlon caoimhe.conlon@cit.ie www.stbrendansgns.ie / www.csm.cit.ie

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How to Write a Radio Play WORKSHOP | CREATIVE

FOR BOOKINGS cethan.leahy@lifefm.ie 021 496 1111 www.lifefm.ie

14:00 - 16:30

Talks about Cork and the War of Independence, 1920 Cork City and County Archives, 32 Great William O’Brien St,T23 WP82 TALK | HISTORY

Talks by experienced historians Gerry White on Cork at War, 1920 and Niall Murray on the Aftermath of the Assassination of Lord Mayor Tomás MacCurtain.

FOR BOOKINGS Steven Skeldon archivist@corkcity.ie 021 - 4505876 www.corkarchives.ie

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

14:00HRS

14.30 - 16.00

Drop in Drama Workshop Nano Nagle Place, Heritage Lecture Theatre (Douglas Street Entrance) Ocean of Notions Theatre Co.

WORKSHOP | EDUCATION

WORKSHOP | THEATRE / DRAMA

This session will introduce participants to strategic play/playful learning to use as a facilitated methodology created by the LEGO® Group. Participants will become familiar with ‘Thinkering’ to support reflection and sharing of ideas and feedback.Cork ETB hosted our first LEGO® Serious Play® workshop at our Youth Work Forum in December 2019. The feedback was extremely positive, so we decided to bring it back to Cork again to give more people the opportunity to experience LEGO® Serious Play® as a useful tool for participation.

Come and start the year of Cork City Plays on the right note with Judie Chalmers of Ocean of Notions Theatre Company. Enjoy an introduction to hilariously fun games, activities and storytelling tricks while gaining conference as well as the possibility of meeting some new friends.

021 4193580 www.nanonagleplace.ie

14:30 - 16:00

FOR BOOKINGS

Introduction to Basic Photography

14.30 - 15.30

Blackpool Library, Redforge Road, T23 AP11 Cork City Libraries TALK | HISTORY

Eoin O’Conaill, lecturer in photography at Griffith College Cork, presents a short workshop of basic photography, and the use of photoshop. Eoin has contributed to publications such as the New York Times, the Financial Times, the Irish Times, and has exhibited widely.

FOR BOOKINGS Sinead.odea@griffith.ie 021 4507027 www.griffith.ie

FRI

Are there Influential Ladies in Your Clan? With Seamus Fox

WORKSHOP | CREATIVE / PHOTOGRAPHY

THU

Women’s Family History

Griffith College Cork, Wellington Rd, Cork, T23DF3A WED

Ruth Griffin www.eventbrite.ie/e/cork-etb-introduces-lego-serious-playtickets-94393693077 021 4856223

TUE

80 MAX

16 MAX

MON

SUN

Millennium Hall, City Hall, Cork Cork ETB

MULTI DAY

Cork ETB introduces LEGO® Serious Play®

021 4924933 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

SAT SUN

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THURSDAY 14:30HRS

Launching two Donegal Currachs

15.30 - 16.30

Tin Whistle Tips and more North Monastery Road, T23 XA44 Cork Academy of Music CLASS | MUSIC

For beginners upwards, bring along your Tin Whistle. Booking essential - call between 9.00am-2.00pm 10 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

Lapp’s Quay boardwalk, Cork Meitheal Mara & City Links (HSE) Launch Event

021 4210573 www.corkacademyofmusic.ie

CULTURE / HISTORY

15:15 - 16:15

Come and applaud two groups of men from the HSE City Links programme who are celebrating their first boat building achievements by launching their 17-foot Dunfanaghy currachs on to the River Lee at Lapp’s Quay

Ladybird Guide meeting

St Patrick’s Scout Hut, Summerhill North Irish Girl Guides

Their boats are made from hazel rods and oak laths and were built under the guidance of Meitheal Mara, at their boat yard on the River Lee at Crosses Green

Open to girls in Junior infants. Senior Infants & 1st Class in Primary School. Must be accompanied by an adult

office@meithealmara.ie 021 4316813 www.meithealmara.ie

15.30 - 16.30

Line Dancing Demonstration Liskillea, Waterfall, Near Cork T12 RV0P Bishopscourt Residential Care DEMONSTRATION | HEALTH & WELLBEING / EXERCISE

Helen Conroy and the Texas Twisters will perform a line dancing demonstration. Line dancing is suitable for all ages and is a fun way to keep fit and active. Helen will demonstrate the basics of line dancing and teach any willing volunteers a dance.

FOR BOOKINGS Mary Sheehan activities@bishopscourt.ie 021 4885833

MEETING | PLAY EVENT

Email: corkcitygirlguides@gmail.com by Wednesday evening www.irishgirlguides.ie

16:15 - 17:30

Brownie Guide Meeting St Patrick’s Scout Hut, Summerhill North Irish Girl Guides MEETING | PLAY EVENT

Open to girls in 2nd, 3rd & 4th Class in Primary School. Must be accompanied by an adult Email: corkcitygirlguides@gmail.com by Wednesday evening www.irishgirlguides.ie

17:00 - 19:00

Learning Factory : Boston Scientific Boston Scientific, IDA Business Park, Model Farm Road,T12 YK88 TOUR /SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

Introduction to Boston Scientific, Learn about the products that we manufacture and get a tour of the building and also like to hear about the job opportunities that we have.

15 MAX

Lauren O’Dell 021 453 1000

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Lauren.odell@bsci.com www.bostonscientific.com

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

17.00HRS

19, Patrick’s Hill Spanish Studies Centre OPEN EVENT | LANGUAGES

15 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

17.45HRS

Free English Taster Class

Cork Comunity Art Link, 71 Watercourse Rd, Blackpool T23 DV24 with Amna Walayat WORKSHOP | CREATIVE

Beginners can learn how to illuminate a manuscript or painting with a traditional oriental style with Amna Walayat M.A.(UCC). View original artworks and learn about the range of techniques, materials and styles used. Material supplied. Booking Essential.

10 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

Amna amna.walayat@gmail.com 087 3396593

CLASS | LANGUAGES

18.00 - 19.45

FOR BOOKINGS

Caint is Cómhra Bishopstown Library, Wilton T12 RR84 Cork City Libraries OPEN EVENT | LANGUAGE / GAEILGE

Practice your ‘cúpla focal’ at our informal Irish conversation group

021 4924950 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

17:15 - 18:30

18.30 - 19.30

TALK | FOOD & NUTRITION

Why is our Decaf so good ? A talk on the various decaffeination processes. Learn which are done chemical free.

20 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

CLASS | LANGUAGES

Experience what we teach in the Business English classes in the Language Centre, UCC. Multicultural and communicative event with a focus on the skills needed to work in an Englishspeaking environment. Visitors can also attend a General English demo class following the Business English demo (at 19.30).

25 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

SUN

Elia Booking via eventbrite www.badgeranddodo.ie

Room G.46, The O’ Rahilly Building, UCC. UCC

SAT

Business English (for speakers of other languages)

FRI

Badger and Dodo Roastery Outlet, 11 Barrack St

THU

Agnieszka info@together-razem.org 021 4395588

Decaf Explained

WED

10 MAX

TUE

Unit 2a Kilap Business & Technology Park, Mallow Road, T23 V9K3 Together-Razem Centre For adults who want to develop their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills! There will be a maximum of 10 other students in the class to give you more contact with the teacher and you will be able to ask any questions you have about English classes.

MON

Ana Garcia spanishstudiescork@gmail.com

Art of illumination: traditional oriental manuscript / painting

SUN

Spanish Language Class along with some cultural insights into Spain and Hispanic World

17:30-20:30

MULTI DAY

Spanish Language Class

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13:00 - 14:00

18:45 - 19:45

Crawford Art Gallery, Emmet Place, T12 TNE6

St Anthonys Sports Hall, Ballinlough Rising Sun School of Karate

Statio Bene / Safe Harbour TOUR | CREATIVE / CULTURE

Recconnect with your harbour on this guided tour! An opportunity to explore historic views and Cork’s rich maritime culture with your feet firmly on dry land.

FOR BOOKINGS 021 4907862 www.crawfordartgallery.ie

Lets Try Karate!

HEALTH & WELLBEING / EXERCISE

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FOR BOOKINGS barry@risingsun.ie 086 722 2779 www.risingsun.ie

19:00 - 20:10

18:30 - 19:30

Root & Release 2.0 - Yoga Class

Enterprise House, 36 Mary St, T12RCY9 Alliance Française de Cork

CLASS | EXERCISE HEALTH & WELLBEING

Brittany - Visit Northwest France TALK | TRAVEL / CULTURE

Come and join us to discover the main tourist attractions, food and music of Brittany. Learn useful phrases in French and Breton!

FOR BOOKINGS info@alliancefrancaisecork.com 021 431 0677

Sacred Body Studio Block C3, 1st Floor, Unit B, Donnybrook Commercial Centre, T12 APN7

Release and stretch your whole body. Practice breathing techniques (Pranayama) and basic Yoga poses (Asanas). Body mobility has positive effects to help balancing the nervous system. This class has a faster pace with some challenging poses so you should have previous experience in Yoga.

19 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

info@sacredbodystudio.com www.sacredbodystudio.com

18:30HRS

Cork 1920 in Numbers St Peter’s Cork, North Main Street Central Statistics Office / St Peters SHOWCASE | HISTORY

St. Peter’s Cork and the Central Statistics Office proudly present ”Cork 1920 in Numbers” There is a treasure trove of information freely available online that shed a light on Cork past and present and the CSO will take us through these sources sharing stories and insights, inviting you to explore further.

90 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

info@stpeterscork.ie 021 4278187 www.stpeterscork.ie

19:00 - 20:30

Annual Award Ceremony & 35th Birthday celebrations Unit 5 Sunbeam industrial estate, Commons Rd, T23 YT62 Blackpool Glen Farranree Community Youth Training Centre AWARDS | EDUCATION

We will present QQI level 4 awards and VTCT awards to trainees who have recently completed their training. Also, we will celebrate our 35th birthday. Since 1984, we have been training young people in the skills needed to enter the workforce or continue in Training. This is a huge event for our centre, we are incredibly proud of all the young people that have come through our doors.

manager@blackpoolgfctc.ie 021 4395447 www.blackpoolgfctc.ie

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Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

19:00 - 21:00

One Book One Community Scoil Aiséiri Chrríost Farranree Local Education Committee SHOWCASE LITERACY

Unitarian church, Prince’s St Cork Sacred Harp WORKSHOP | MUSIC

The Old National School, Ardfoyle Avenue, Ballintemple, T12 XDH2 The Social and Health Education Project CLG WORKSHOP | HEALTH & WELLBEING

An interractive workshop for people experiencing loss and change, wheather through seperation, ill-health, redundancy or otherwise.

A safe space to explore the issues involved and how these affect your life.

FOR BOOKINGS Geraldine Flanagan 021 4666180 www.socialandhealth.com

THU

Kevin Kennedy www.corksacredharp.com

Dealing with Loss & Change

WED

New singers always welcome! Sacred Harp is an American four part harmony folk singing tradition.

Welcoming all voices regardless of experience.

Using a shape note system designed to make it easy for anyone to learn to sing. An introductory workshop from 7:00 to 8:00 followed by our regular weekly singing.

19:00 - 22:00

TUE

Shape Note Singing Workshop

Dr Clara O’Byrne and Alan White will outline new strategies to minimise parent burnout and positive parenting approaches that focus on connecting, communicating and caring. Topics covered include setting boundaries - Technology and Sleep and homework tips and tricks.

alanpwhite@gmail.com

19:00 - 21:00

50 MAX

CLASS / WORKSHOP | EDUCATION

MON

200 MAX FOR BOOKINGS Eileen Geaney egeaney@northpres.ie 021 430 3330

Glasheen National School, School Avenue, Glasheen, Cork, T12 V084 Bishopstown / Glasheen Network

SUN

3 local schools celebrate with students and parents the reading of the book Long Walk to Water by Linda Sue Park. Sudan is the backdrop to this book and the story follows a girl called Nya and a boy named Salva. The story theme’s are displacement, war, security and freedom.

Positive Parenting Responses to Unhelpful Behaviours

MULTI DAY

19:00HRS

19:30 - 21:00

Talk - the Burning of Cork

FRI

Turners Cross Community Centre, Curragh Road, T12 YP89 Turners Cross Community Assoc TALK | HISTORY

SAT

This will be an engaging and interactive talk by the wonderful Liam O Huigin who always ensures an interesting and fun night with history, images and group participation.

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

SUN

50 MAX

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19.30 - 20.30

9.30HRS

Room G.41, The O’ Rahilly Building, UCC. UCC

Douglas Yoga Rooms, Holbar House, East Village, T12 K461 Pilates People Cork

General English (for speakers of other languages) CLASS | LANGUAGES

Experience some of the activities we do in a General English language class to help our students to live in an English-speaking environment. These classes are fun, dynamic and communicative, with students from many different countries and backgrounds.

25 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

Pilates for Buff Bones

CLASS | HEALTH & WELLBEING

A regular Thursday morning event featuring a complete movement system for bone and joint health. The class is safe for those with osteoporosis. Please bring small weights.

Jaconel Janssen 085 1613505 www.pilatespeoplecork.com

Michelle Finn infolang@ucc.ie 021 4902641

19.30 - 21.00

Community Drama Ensemble!

North Monastery Road, T23 XA44 Cork Academy of Music OPEN EVENT | THEATRE / DRAMA

Need some Drama in your life? Why not come along and get a taste of what we do! Q&A on CAM Community Drama program.

FOR BOOKINGS 021 4210573 www.corkacademyofmusic.ie

20:15 - 21:15

Intro to Tai Chi Turners Cross Community Centre, Curragh Road, T12 YP89 Master Ding Academy Cork CLASS / WORKSHOP | HEALTH & WELLBEING

Learn how to still the mind. You will get a taste of traditional Yang Style Tai Chi Chuan, including, the principles and concepts that underpin the art, the role of internal energy and how to develop and use it. Master Ding Academy Cork offer regular classes from Beginner to Advanced Level.

12 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

John Buckley taichicork@gmail.com 086 8058533

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Fèile Buanfhoglama Chorcaì

Meet the Learning Cities Network

SUN

Cork City Hall

MULTI DAY

THUR APR 2ND 9.30AM – 12.30PM

FREE FORUM EVENT FOLLOWED BY LIGHT LUNCH Come along to meet representatives from Learning Cities to hear about innovations, initiatives and ideas that are helping to transform cities through learning.

MON

Cork is an established Global Learning City and has been implementing the ‘UNESCO Cork Call to Action for Learning Cities’ since hosting the UNESCO International conference in 2017.

TUE

Hear about how cities worldwide are implementing the UN Sustainable Development Goals by developing their cities to be: WED

i. Green and Healthy ii. Equitable and Inclusive; and to iii. Support decent work and Entrepreneurship; through learning of all kinds: formal, nonformal and informal, lifelong and lifewide.

This is an opportunity to be part of an exchange of best practice.

NUMBERS ARE LIMITED, PLEASE NOTE YOU MUST REGISTER YOUR INTEREST IN ATTENDING BY WEDNESDAY MARCH 25TH BY EVENTBRITE FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: info@corklearningcity.ie

FRI

Teas/Coffee, refreshments.

THU

In 2019 UNESCO selected Cork to co-host a new international cluster of Learning Cities focussing on Health and Wellbeing Education for all and this new initiative will be explored during the Forum session.

SAT SUN

Host of 3rd UNESCO International Conference on Learning Cities 2017

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 7TH – SUNDAY 14TH

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MULTI DAY EVENTS HAPPENING TODAY Review Central Exhibition

FOR FULL LISTING SEE PAGE

St. John’s Central College, Sawmill st

Walking Tour of UCC

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Pavee Print Project

7

The Cork House Name Project - Exhibition

8

Teacher and Student Art Exhibition & Competition

6

Stellarium Workshops

8

Seamus Murphy Exhibition

11

Robert Gibbings Exhibition

11

Photographers Unite

11

Our World in Black & White

8

Our World in Black & White

9

One book One Community 2019/2020 Exhibition

11

No Longer Forgotten - History Exhibition

11

My Education, My Future - Art Initiative

7

Mayfield Arts Centre - Art Exhibition

11

Mary Elmes - ‘I got things done’ - History Exhibition

10

Giant Connect Four

10

From Borrowed Space to Cyberspace

10

Exhibition of sculptures by Krzysiek Rosa

10

Visitor’s Centre, North Wing, UCC Cork City Hall, Anglesea St. CSN College, Tramore Rd. T12 AC91

Cork College of Commerce, Morrison’s Island, T12H685 Castle Rd, T12 YW52

Blackpool Library, Redforge Road, T23 AP11 Bishopstown Library, Wilton T12 RR84 Blackpool Library, Redforge Road, T23 AP11 Knocknaheeny Community Centre, Harbour View Rd The Glucksman, UCC, T12 V1WH Hollyhill Library, T23 N253

The City Library, Grand Parade, T12 NT99

James Barry Exhibition Centre, CIT, Bishopstown Frank O’Connor Library, T23 E651 Glanmire Library, T45 E037 Hollyhill Library, T23 N253

Ballincollig Library, The Village Centre, P31 H674

The City Library, 57-61 Grand Parade, Cork, T12 NT99

Discover Cork’s Medieval Past Tour Elizabeth Fort, Barrack Street, T12 C8AO

9

Direct’ Photography Exhibition

10

Cork’s Boxing Story

10

The City Library, Grand Parade, T12 NT99 Tory Top Library, T12 WP57

Cork 1920 - The Burning of a City Tour

8

Accidental Triggers Exhibition

9

St. Peter’s Cork, North Main St

Triskel Gallery Space, Tobin Street, T12 WYY0

A Rare “Ulysses” Exhibition

The City Library, Grand Parade, T12 NT99

“Explorers” Marine Science Workshop Old Cork Waterworks, Lee Road, T23 N828

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Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

MULTI DAY SUN MON

Friday

09:00 - 17:00

St. John’s Central College, Sawmill st EXHIBITION | CREATIVE

WED

Showcasing how students explore the creative process as part of their education. Student’s work in a diverse range of creative visual media and applied art; all work is underlined by a strong emphasis on learning about process – both designing and making.

TUE

3RD APRIL

Review Central Exhibition

021 4255500 www.stjohnscollege.ie THU

9.00 - 13.00

Meet the Blarney Gardens Volunteers group

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WORKSHOP | ENVIRONMENT / ECOLOGY

FOR BOOKINGS

SUN

– EARL NIGHTINGALE

15 MAX

SAT

Never give up on a dream just because of the time it will take to accomplish it.

The time will pass anyway.’

Spend the morning working alongside existing garden volunteers in the beautiful surroundings of Blarney Castle. Tasks vary from week to week but are always interesting. Pick up valuable skills and experience from the gardening team and enhance your horticultural knowledge while having a pleasant morning in the outdoors.

A lovely social occasion with refreshments provided. Numbers are limited so early booking is recommended.

FRI

Blarney Castle & Gardens

Paul O’Sullivan socialmedia@blarneycastle.ie 021 4385252 CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

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9:00 - 12:00

Purple Pod Simulated Office Cork College of Commerce, Morrison’s Island, T12H685 OPEN EVENT | EDUCATION / BUSINESS

The Purple Pod is a simulated office learning environment, staffed by students of the College of Commerce. Watch demonstrations of laminating, binding, print and design, etc.

Judy Sexton 021 4222100 www.corkcollegeofcommerce.ie

9:00 - 12:00

Teacher and Student Art Exhibition & Competition Cork College of Commerce, Morrison’s Island, T12H685 EXHIBITION | CREATIVE

Showcasing how students explore the creative process as part of their education. Student’s work in a diverse range of creative visual media and applied art; all work is underlined by a strong emphasis on learning about process – both designing and making.

queries@ccoc.ie 021 4222100 www.corkcollegeofcommerce.ie

9:45 -10:45

T’ai Chi Class Blackrock Community Centre Convent Avenue Blackrock T’ai Chi Cork CLASS / WORKSHOP | HEALTH & WELLBEING

Experience T’ai Chi by practising simple exercises that relax and rejuvenate body , mind and spirit. This is a regular class offering a warm welcome to all who would like some fun learning this great Art. See listing on PG 43 also on Tues

20 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

Ann Mc Iraith anngobnait8@gmail.com 087 6616800

13:00 - 14:00

Stellarium Workshops

Castle Rd, T12 YW52 CIT Blackrock Castle Observatory WORKSHOP | SCIENCE / TECHNOLOGY

Find out about the free offline software Stellarium. See page 8

09:00 -16:30

Play Leader Workshop

Millennium Hall, City Hall, Cork Cork Sports Partnership, Cork Healthy Cities and the Cork City Play Forum WORKSHOP | HEALTH & WELLBEING / PLAY

Training aimed at people who wish to facilities play events in their local community or workplace. The workshop will give you all the skills you need to inspire others to get active though play.

FOR BOOKINGS cgeraghty@corksports.ie 086 1451381 www.corksports.ie

10.00 - 11.00

Story, Rhythm and Rhyme with Deirdre Ryan The City Library, Childen’s Library, Grand Parade,T12 NT99 Cork City Libraries OPEN EVENT | CHILDREN / MUSIC & SONG

20 MAX

Rob O’ Sullivan 021 4326120 www.bco.ie

80

Story, movement and play for children from birth to 5 years accompanied by an adult.

021 4924903 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

10.30 - 11.30

10.30 - 12.30

Diversity Academy Workshop

Ballincollig Library, The Village Centre, P31 H674 Cork City Libraries

MULTI DAY

Playful City Storytime

OPEN EVENT | CHILDREN / LITERATIURE & LITERACY

WORKSHOP | CREATIVE / CULTURE

10.30 - 12.00

Liskillea, Waterfall, Near Cork T12 RV0P Bishopscourt Residential Care CLASS / WORKSHOP | CREATIVE

60 MAX

WED

Join Joan Heweston for a knitting workshop where she will share her skills and demonstrate how to knit wrist and handwarmers.

TUE

Knitting Workshop

Cork, a city of sanctuary, already has a great culture of making - whether that be local crafts or food - we want to use this making tradition as a catalyst to bring people together. We invite you to come along to a brainstorming workshop on ‘the Academy of Diversity ‘ where we can imagine just how amazing and impactful this could be.

MON

Nano Nagle Place, Conference Space (Douglas Street Entrance) Cork Migrant Centre

021 238 9797 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

021 4193580 www.nanonagleplace.ie

10:00 - 11:30

Volunteer with Cork City North Mature Women’s Action Group

THU

FOR BOOKINGS Mary Sheehan activities@bishopscourt.ie 021 4885833

SUN

All welcome to library Storytime where you are guaranteed good stories, excellent rhymes and songs and proper play with toys. Be sure to bring your parents (or a responsible adult)!

Education and Rights Centre, 5 Churchfield Avenue, Churchfield.

Cork Anti-Poverty Resource Network

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

SUN

FOR BOOKINGS Elizabeth Madden resourceworkercaprn@gmail.com 021 4307969

SAT

Mature women working towards change. This group is committed to addressing the concerns of older women within their community, so that they are valued for their life experience and knowledge. The group publish a Bi-monthly newsletter titled ‘Old and Bold’, by and for older women. Volunteers usually meet once a week for 3 hours in Churchfield.

FRI

TALK | EDUCATION / WOMEN

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10:00 - 12:00

11.00 - 12.30

Room 212, The O’ Rahilly Building, UCC UCC

The City Library, 57-61 Grand Parade T12 NT99 Cork City Libraries

How to draw your family tree WORKSHOP | CULTURE

Learn how to draw your family tree. This practical workshop will show you how to produce a portable copy which is useful to transport to talks, lectures and events where you can find leads for your lineages.

Ms Lorna Moloney l.moloney@ucc.ie

10:30 - 12:30

Monoprint Workshop Room 109, Art Area, CSN College, Tramore Rd. T12 AC92 Colaiste Stiofain Naofa WORKSHOP | CREATIVE

An introduction to monoprint: The participant will explore different mark making and drawing techniques through monoprint

8 MAX

OPEN EVENT | CREATIVE

Poetry, stories and reminiscence with the Retired People’s Network.

021 4924900 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

11.00 - 12.30

Drop in Drama Workshop Nano Nagle Place, Heritage Lecture Theatre (Douglas Street Entrance) Ocean of Notions Theatre Co. WORKSHOP | THEATRE / DRAMA

Start the year of Cork City Plays on the right note.

Enjoy an introduction to hilariously fun games, activities and story telling tricks while gaining conference as well as the possibility of meeting some new friends. Come and play!

FOR BOOKINGS

Lucy.phelan@csn.ie 021 4961020

11.00 - 12.00

Library Lego Club - Junior Builders Ballincollig Library, The Village Centre, P31 H674 Cork City Libraries OPEN EVENT | CHILDREN / GAMES

Come along for a morning of fun with Duplo bricks. Suitable age 0 – 5. All children must be accompanied by an adult

021 238 9797 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

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As Time Goes By

16 MAX

021 4193580 www.nanonagleplace.ie

11.30 - 12.30

Music Making for All CIT Cork School of Music, Room 312, Union Quay Community Music Studies, CIT CSM CLASS/WORKSHOP | EDUCATION / MUSIC

People (aged 12 upwards) of all abilities are invited to join the students of the CITCSM Commuity Music Studies programme for a fun session of creative music making. No previous musical experience required.

FOR BOOKINGS Edel Sullivan edel.sullivan@cit.ie wwww.csm.cit.ie

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

11:00 - 13:00

Centre for Education, Dean Street, T12HH73 Cork ETB

Turners Cross Community Centre, Curragh Road, T12 YP89 Turners Cross Parent & Toddler Group

Open Day Centre for Education Dean Street OPEN EVENT | EDUCATION

A practical course that gives parents the confidence and basic life-saving skills to act quickly in the event of a family medical emergency.

FOR BOOKINGS Ruth Cullen 086 1783645

MON

Gráinne & Frances francesoreilly@corketb.ie 021 4966950

INFORMATION SESSION | HEALTH & WELLBEING / CHILDREN SUN

Visitors will enjoy a tour of the 18th century deanery and garden, now an education centre. Informative talks about the Youthreach programme for early school leavers and BTEI, the part-time adult education programme will be provided by current students and staff.

Parent First Aid Awareness

MULTI DAY

11.30 - 12.30

11:00 -1200

Cant Language Workshop

Chair Yoga and Relaxation CLASS | HEALTH & WELLBEING

Cant is a language spoken by Irish Travellers, it is rich in heritage and culture. Join two of our community development workers in TVG to learn some Cant words and explore this fascinating language!

30 MAX

021 4503726 www.tvgcork.ie

THU

Learn chair based yoga exercises and relaxation techniques that can be used in every day life to reduce stress and increase a feeling of wellbeing. Suitable for all levels of fitness and ages.

WORKSHOP | CULTURE

WED

Mahon CDP (Community Development Project) , T12 EP46

TUE

11:00 - 12:00

Traveller Visibility Group, 25 Lower John Street Traveller Visibility Group

FOR BOOKINGS info@mahoncdp.com 021-4359070

12.00 - 13.00

Ballincollig Family Resource Centre, Station Road P31XP59

Hollyhill Library, Harbour View Road, Knocknaheeny, T23 N250 Cork City Libraries

Conversational group session for anyone who would like to improve their English Conversation, chat about what interests you and meet other people, then come along. This is a regular Friday morning, weekly conversational session.

PERFORMANCE | MUSIC

Conversational English Group TALK | LANGUAGE / ENGLISH

Cork Community Gamelan Concert

SAT

A showcase performance by the Cork Community Gamelan Schools Programme. Music Generation Cork City in partnership with UCC

021 4924928 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

SUN

Pat & John Frc.ballincollig@gmail.com 021-4876295 www.ballincolligfrc.org

FRI

11:00 - 12:00

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12.15 - 13.15

Music Improvisation Basics and Beyond!

North Monastery Road, T23 XA44 Cork Academy of Music CLASS | MUSIC

Improve your Improvisation Skills! For beginners upwards.

10 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

021 4210573 www.corkacademyofmusic.ie

12.30 - 13.30

Introduction to Music Theory North Monastery Road, T23 XA44 Cork Academy of Music CLASS | MUSIC

Open your eyes to the basics of music theory!

For novices. Booking essential - call between 9.00am-2.00pm 12 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

021 4210573 www.corkacademyofmusic.ie

12.30 - 13.30

Lunchtime Concert

North Monastery Road, T23 XA44 Cork Academy of Music PERFORMANCE | MUSIC

Performance by Community Employment Scheme (CE) music course. Q&A on full time CE scheme music course in CAM. FOR BOOKINGS 021 4210573 www.corkacademyofmusic.ie

12:00 - 13:00

Letter Carving with Tom Little Cork Craft & Design, 27A St. Patricks Woollen Mills, T12 H932 Cork Craft & Design

stone. He will have on display examples of lettercarving, and tools used in this timeless craft.

corkcraftdesign@gmail.com 021 436 8365 www.corkcraftanddesign.com

12:00 - 14:00

The Laws of Marriage in the Medieval Church - An Overall View Room 212, The O’ Rahilly Building, UCC UCC LECTURE | CULTURE

The lecture is being delivered by Kenneth W. Nicholls who is a world renowned retired historian from UCC.

Dr Kenneth Nicholls k.nicholls@ucc.ie 087 493 1100

12:00 - 15:00

Skills Speed-Dating with UCC Skills Centre Skills Centre, Q-1 Basement, Boole Library, UCC, T12 ND89 UCC Skills Centre CLASS / WORKSHOP | EDUCATION

Sessions encourage students to become more involved in their academic journey and equip them with the skills they need to unlock their potential. A fun and interactive taster session will benefit all with academic tips being showcased at this event. Participants will have the opportunity to engage with our tutor team and discover new academic strategies, for example, the Cornell note-taking system or mind-mapping.

80 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

Ciara Murphy skillscentre@ucc.ie

DEMONSTRATION | CREATIVE / CRAFT

Discover the artistry and enduring beauty of lettercarving as Tom Little demonstrates the techniques for carving a lettering project on

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CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

13.00 - 14.00

North Monastery Road, T23 XA44 Cork Academy of Music CLASS | MUSIC

8 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

Piano Accordion and Button Accordion Enthusiasts North Monastery Road, T23 XA44 Cork Academy of Music WORKSHOP | MUSIC

For beginners upwards. Booking essential 10 MAX FOR BOOKINGS

SUN

Join us in our state of the art Piano Laboratory and experience an introduction to inclusive, interactive learning in a group setting. Booking essential - call between 9.00am-2.00pm

13.30 - 14.30

MULTI DAY

Piano for Beginners.

021 4210573 www.corkacademyofmusic.ie

021 4210573 www.corkacademyofmusic.ie

Guitar for beginners North Monastery Road, T23 XA44 Cork Academy of Music Strut along to our introductory workshop for Guitar (Don’t forget your Guitar).

10 MAX FOR BOOKINGS

Crawford Art Gallery, Emmet Place, T12 TNE6 TOUR | CREATIVE / CULTURE

Portraits can be powerful! Encounter the best of contemporary Irish portraiture (and some familiar faces) in this tour of the Zurich Portrait Prize from artists aged 3 years up.

13.30 - 14.30

13:00HRS

North Monastery Road, T23 XA44 Cork Academy of Music CLASS | MUSIC

Skills Centre, Q-1 Basement, Boole Library, UCC, T12 ND89 UCC Skills Centre CLASS / WORKSHOP | EDUCATION

3 sessions today @ 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, full listing @ 12:00 today Pg 84

021 4210573 www.corkacademyofmusic.ie

80 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

Ciara Murphy ciara.murphy@ucc.ie

SAT

8 MAX FOR BOOKINGS

FRI

Experience an inclusive, interactive introduction to music technology in a group setting in our Music Technology laboratory - Booking essential - call between 9.00am-2.00pm

Skills Speed-Dating with UCC Skills Centre

THU

Music Technology for Beginners

WED

(021) 4210573 www.corkacademyofmusic.ie

FOR BOOKINGS 021 4907862 www.crawfordartgallery.ie

TUE

CLASS | MUSIC

All Eyes on Us!

MON

18.30 - 19.30

13.30 - 14.30

SUN

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

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14.00 - 15.00

14.30 - 15.30

Bishopstown Library, Wilton T12 RR84 Cork City Libraries

The City Library, 57-61 Grand Parade T12 NT99 Cork City Libraries

Making the most of your retirement TALK | HEALTH & WELLBEING

A talk on making the most of your retirement

Connecting through play

TALK | HEALTH & WELLBEING

021 4924950 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

A talk for parents, grandparents and caregivers on the importance of play as a means to connect and engage with children. Presented by Grace Walsh, Senior Oral Language Development Officer, Young Knocknaheeny.

14.00 - 15.00

Yvonne Yvonne_Moloney@corkcity.ie 021 4924901 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

Room 132, The O’ Rahilly Building, UCC. UCC

14.30 - 15.30

Boiling Point: Climate Change and the War on Truth TALK. | ENVIROMENT / ECOLOGY

Looking at the issue of climate change through the prism of digital, print and social media. Does media benefit or hinder attempts to inform the public about such a complex issue? Does the media act in a truly fair and impartial manner?

And what are the roots of the climate change denial industry ?

Anthony Angelini d_anj@yahoo.com

14.00 - 16.00

Songsmiths Unplugged The City Library, Music Library, 57-61 Grand Parade, T12 NT99 Cork City Libraries PERFORMANCE | MUSIC

Acoustic music session. All welcome

021 4924900 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

Library Lego Club Ballincollig Library, The Village Centre, P31 H674 Cork City Libraries OPEN EVENT | CHILDREN / GAMES

Enjoy making Lego creations at our Lego club.

Suitable ages 5 – 12. All children must be accompanied by an adult

021 238 9797 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

14.30 - 16.00

Singers Circle Hollyhill Library, Harbour View Road, Knocknaheeny, Cork T23 N250 Cork City Libraries OPEN EVENT | MUSIC

Feel like singing? Then come along to our singers club. All singers, poets and listeners welcome. Refreshments provided.

021 4924928 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

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Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

14:00HRS

West Wing 5, The Quadrangle, UCC UCC

Skills Centre, Q-1 Basement, Boole Library, UCC, T12 ND89 UCC Skills Centre

Understanding doctors - new research on medical communication TALK | HEALTH AND WELLBEING

3 sessions today @ 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, full listing @ 12:00 today Pg 84

80 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

Ciara Murphy ciara.murphy@ucc.ie

14:15 - 15:15

North Monastery Road, T23 XA44 Cork Academy of Music

11 Gurranabraher Road, T23R721 Health Action Zone

CLASS | MUSIC

Wildflower Sowing and Growing

We will learn about sowing and transplanting wildflowers and salads. Visit the community wildflower garden. Demonstrations and discussions on the rooftop garden project.

FOR BOOKINGS

micheal.oconnor@hse.ie 087 347 9549 www.healthactionzone.ie

10 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

021 4210573 www.corkacademyofmusic.ie

15.00 - 16.00

Kids Drawing Club

THU

16 MAX

Acquire essential performance enhancing stage presence skills. Booking essential - call between 9.00am-2.00pm

WED

WORKSHOP | ENVIROMENT / ECOLOGY

TUE

Basic Stagecraft for Musicians 14:00 - 16:00

MON

Simon Smith simon.smith@ucc.ie www.ucc.ie

CLASS / WORKSHOP | EDUCATION SUN

Our current research is new to the medical literature on medical communication and patient safety. It relates to older patients who are high users of healthcare who may experience progressively impaired hearing. Studies indicate that this causes some patients to report misunderstanding diagnoses, medication names and doses etc.

Skills Speed-Dating with UCC Skills Centre

MULTI DAY

14:00 - 15:00

Frank O’Connor Library, Old Youghal Road, Mayfield, Cork T23 E651 Cork City Libraries Come along and try an art class in a social environment. Suitable for ages 6-12 years

SAT

021 4924935 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

FRI

WORKSHOP | CREATIVE

SUN

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

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15.00 - 16.45

The Life and Death of Terence MacSwiney Liskillea, Waterfall, Near Cork T12 RV0P Bishopscourt Residential Care TALK | HISTORY

Take a trip down memory lane as Cork Historian Liam O’ hUigín gives an illustrated talk on the life and death of Terence MacSwiney.

FOR BOOKINGS Mary Sheehan activities@bishopscourt.ie 021 4885833

15.30 - 17.00

Cork Burning: An illustrated Lecture Glanmire Library, Hazelwood Shopping Centre, Glanmire, T45 E033 Cork City Libraries TALK | HISTORY

Join Michael Lenihan, historian, author and library staff member, for this engaging and vivid lecture on the Burning of Cork, which took place almost a century ago in December 1920.

FOR BOOKINGS glanmire_library@corkcity.ie 021 4821 627

16.00 - 17.00

16:00 - 17:00

Palestine: My Experience The hut, 11 Gurranabraher Road, T23R721.

EAPPI TALK | POLITICS/ CURRENT AFFAIRS

Mary Cleary served as an ecumenical accompanier in the Occupied West Bank in 2019. In this one off talk Mary will talk about what she witnessed while she was there and tell the stories of the people she met there who live under military occupation.

20 MAX

mary.cleary89@gmail.com www.eappi.org

17:00 - 18:30

Creative writing workshop in French Enterprise House, 36 Mary St, T12RCY9 Alliance Française de Cork CLASS | LANGUAGE / LITERATURE

Creative-writing workshop in French, open to every poet and storyteller, whether confirmed or occasional, and everyone who loves French storytelling and poetry. Suitable from an Elementary Level.

FOR BOOKINGS info@alliancefrancaisecork.com 021 431 0677

Book Launch Seomra Caidrimh in the ORB, UCC. UCC BOOK LAUNCH | LITERATURE / GAELIGE

It will be “as Gaeilge”; a brief discussion of two books written by Isobel Ní Riain in Irish.

The books will be available to purchase.

Refreshments will be on offer.

17:15 - 18:30

Coffee Varietals and their Origin

Badger and Dodo Roastery Outlet, 11 Barrack St TALK | FOOD & NUTRITION

A fascinating talk about the journey of coffee varietals from one country to another over the last couple hundred years.

FOR BOOKINGS Elia Booking via eventbrite www.badgeranddodo.ie 20 MAX

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CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

19:30 - 20:30

St Patrick’s Scout Hut, Summerhill North Irish Girl Guides

Brú Columbanus, Cardinal Way, Wilton, T12TN97

Girl Guide meeting

Positive Psycology & Mindfulness

GUIDE MEETING | PLAY EVENT

Email: corkcitygirlguides@gmail.com by Thursday evening www.irishgirlguides.ie

18:30 - 20:30

A talk by Judy Phelan a coach in Applied Positive Psycology explaining the benefits of positive psycology. A tool to build happiness, well being and emotional resience. Find out about Mindfulness and choosing the present by using the five senses.

SUN

Open to girls aged 10-14 years who would like to give Guiding a Go! Must be accompanied by an adult.

TALK | HEALTH & WELLBEING

MULTI DAY

17:30-19:00

The Farmgate, English Market READINGS | CULTURE / LITERATURE

40 MAX

judy_phelan@hotmail.com 085 714 2944

https://scribes-2020.eventbrite.ie learningfestival@corkcity.ie

WED

BOOKING ESSENTIAL

TUE

Writers read from and discuss their work in an event inspired by Féile an Phobail, our festival partner. Featuring well known writers from north and south; Cónal Creedon, Danny Morrison, Rosemary Jenkinson and Danielle Mc Loughlin.

Cross border initiatives are supported by the festival, Féile an Phobail, Co-operation Ireland’s Cork branch & Cork City Council.

MON

Scribes

19.30 - 21:00

Turners Cross Community Centre, Curragh Road, T12 YP89 Turners Cross Community Assoc

THU

Finding True Love

TALK | HEATH / WELLBEING / RELATIONSHIPS

12 MAX

FRI

Are you frustated looking for love and think it’s only for a lucky few? Learn how to clear blocks in your love life and magnetise your true love.

FOR BOOKINGS SAT

Ann Vavoliza 086-8046784

SUN

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

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MULTI DAY EVENTS HAPPENING TODAY A Rare “Ulysses” Exhibition

FOR FULL LISTING SEE PAGE

The City Library, Grand Parade, T12 NT99

Cork’s Boxing Story

10

Direct’ Photography Exhibition

10

Exhibition of sculptures by Krzysiek Rosa

10

From Borrowed Space to Cyberspace

10

Giant Connect Four

10

Mary Elmes - ‘I got things done’ - History Exhibition

10

Mayfield Arts Centre - Art Exhibition

11

No Longer Forgotten - History Exhibition

11

One book One Community 2019/2020 Exhibition

11

Photographers Unite

11

Robert Gibbings Exhibition

11

Seamus Murphy Exhibition

11

Our World in Black & White

9

Accidental Triggers Exhibition

9

Walking Tour of UCC

8

Cork 1920 - The Burning of a City Tour

8

Discover Cork’s Medieval Past Tour

9

Tory Top Library, T12 WP57 The City Library, Grand Parade, T12 NT99 The City Library, 57-61 Grand Parade, Cork, T12 NT99 Ballincollig Library, The Village Centre, P31 H674 Hollyhill Library, T23 N254 Glanmire Library, T45 E038

Frank O’Connor Library, T23 E651

The City Library, Grand Parade, T12 NT99 Hollyhill Library, T23 N254

Blackpool Library, Redforge Road, T23 AP11 Bishopstown Library, Wilton T12 RR84 Blackpool Library, Redforge Road, T23 AP11 The Glucksman, UCC, T12 V1WH

Triskel Gallery Space, Tobin Street, T12 WYY0 Visitor’s Centre, North Wing, UCC St. Peter’s Cork, North Main St

Elizabeth Fort, Barrack Street, T12 C8AO

90

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Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

MULTI DAY SUN MON

Saturday TUE

4TH APRIL

10.00 - 11.30

Video Game Club

WED

Frank O’Connor Library, Old Youghal Road, Mayfield, Cork T23 E651 Cork City Libraries OPEN EVENT | CHILDREN / GAMES

Enjoy video gaming in a social environment.

Suitable for kids aged 6-12 years

OPEN EVENT | CHILDREN / GAMES

Fun and games for all the family. Board games, jigsaws and colouring fun available throughout the day. Please note! games & jigsaws not available between 11-12 and 2.30-3.30pm due to other events

021 4924903 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

SUN

– L. FRANK BAUM

The City Library, Childen’s Library, Grand Parade,T12 NT99 Cork City Libraries SAT

No thief, however skillful, can rob one of knowledge, and that is why knowledge is the best and safest treasure to acquire.”

Board Game Bonanza!

FRI

“

10.00 - 16.30

THU

021 492 4935 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

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EVENT LISTINGS SATURDAY 13TH

10.00 - 17.30

11.00 - 12.00

The City Library, 57-61 Grand Parade, Cork, T12 NT99 Cork City Libraries

Tory Top Library, Ballyphehane, Cork T12 WP57 Cork City Libraries

EXHIBITION | COMMUNITY

TALK | SCIENCE / ECOLOGY

Students from the National Learning Network present “Untold Stories”; an exhibition that documents the lives of young adults living with a disability

A talk by Eddie Lyons of the Cork Astronomy Club which covers a history of variable star discovery and how their study is central to our understanding of the evolution of the universe.

021 492 4900 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

021 492 4934 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

10.30 - 13.00

11.00 - 12.00

Hollyhill Library, Harbour View Road, Knocknaheeny, Cork T23 N250 Cork City Libraries

Ballincollig Library, The Village Centre, P31 H674 Cork City Libraries/ Ballincollig Writers Group

OPEN EVENT | MUSIC

OPEN EVENT | LITERATURE & LITERACY

The Cork Songwriter Club are a group of local songwriters who share ideas, collaborate on songs, listen to original music by members and have fun. All songwriters, from beginners to more experienced, in whatever genre, are welcome to attend.

All welcome to explore the art of the written word and to create and compare some nonsense rhyming in the age-old form of the limerick.

Untold Stories

Cork Songwriter Club

021 4924928 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

10:00 - 13:00

The Light of Johannes Vermeer Western Gateway Building 107 UCC UCC WORKSHOP | CREATIVE

Part lecture, part workshop and of interest to anyone interested in Art, Photography or Filmmaking. (The workshop is in two parts 45 min lecture and then a practical workshop on how the light is created) Participants may wish to bring their camera

sbean@ucc.ie 086 381 9374

Demons in the Sky

Away with Words with the Litwits

021 238 9797 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

11.00 - 13.00

Toastmasters Bishopstown Library, Wilton T12 RR84 Cork City Libraries OPEN EVENT | PUBLIC SPEAKING

Increase your confidence in public speaking by joining Bishopstown Toastmasters

021 4924950 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

11.30 - 12.30

3D Printing Information Session The City Library, 57-61 Grand Parade T12 NT99 Cork City Libraries DEMONSTRATION | TECHNOLOGY

Bring your ideas to life! Come along to the Reference Library and find out how easy it is to 92

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

print in 3D. Booking essential

11:00 - 12.30

Turners Cross Community Centre, Curragh Road, T12 YP89 Turners Cross Community Assoc

MULTI DAY

Nurturing through Creativity

FOR BOOKINGS reference_library@corkcity.ie 021 4924911

CLASS | HEALTH & WELLBEING / CREATIVITY

11.30 - 13.00

The City Library, 57-61 Grand Parade T12 NT99 Cork City Libraries

‘Nurturing through Creativity’ - A workshop where participants can explore nurturing the self through creativity. Facilitated by: Sinéad Collins, Dip.Coun. (IACP) Amy Burke, MA Art Therapy.

(IACAT)

SUN

Breaking Into Crime Writing!

WORKSHOP | LITERATURE FOR BOOKINGS Sinéad Collins counsellorsinead11@gmail.com 087-6528597

021 4924900 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

Crawford Art Gallery, Emmet Place, T12 TNE6 CIT Cork School of Music

MON

This workshop will focus on the essentials of crime writing and look at some recent success stories. Kevin Doyle is the author of two crime thrillers set in Cork – ‘To Keep A Bird Singing’ and ‘A River of Bodies’. He is currently working on the third and final book in the series.

12:00 - 13:00

TUE

Music at Midday PERFORMANCE | MUSIC

11:00 - 12.30

THU

021 4907862 www.crawfordartgallery.ie

WED

Children’s Fun Day: Mad Hatters Make and Do

There will be music in the air as visitors are treated to a performance from the Quayside Trio: Sean Burns-Desmond (Flute), Daire Sweeney (Clarinet) and Carl Roewer (Bassoon). They will play music by Devienne, Mozart, Shostakovich and more.

12.00 - 14.00

WORKSHOP | PLAY EVENT

Exploring Our Connections To Ireland’s Natural World with Ray Foley, Good Day Deli + Guests.

Panel discussion on cultivating a food system that serves us all.

021 4193580 www.nanonagleplace.ie

SUN

FOR BOOKINGS laura@corkcitychildcare.ie 021-4310500

PANEL DISCUSSION | ENVIRONMENT / ECOLOGY

SAT

Children will have the opportunity to make their own Mad Hatter hats from recyclable materials themselves. Children must be aged 5 or over accompanied by a parent/guardian.

Nano Nagle Place, Conference Space (Douglas Street Entrance) Good Day Deli/Nano Nagle Place

FRI

Cork City Children’s Library, 61 Grand Parade, T12 NT99 Cork City Childcare Company /Firefly Parties & Events

Exploring Our Connections To Ireland’s Natural World

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EVENT LISTINGS SATURDAY 13TH

12.00 - 14.00

13.00 - 14.00

St. Finn Barre’s Cathedral Hall, 11 Dean St. Shaolin Ireland

The City Library, Music Library, 57-61 Grand Parade, T12 NT99 Cork City Libraries

Beginner’s Kung Fu CLASS | FITNESS, SELF DEFENSE & WELLNESS

You will be taken through the basics of a nearly 2000 year old martial art of Traditional Shaolin Kung Fu. Explore a varity of Shaolin techniques that you can use for self develpment/well being, fittness, coordination, strength & flexability, & self defense! SEE listing on pages 31 & 56 TUES & SAT FOR BOOKINGS Master K 083 8125557 (text only) www.shaolin.ie

12:00 - 14:00

Pop-up Klezmer

PERFORMANCE | MUSIC

Jewish wedding music, and tunes from Turkey, Eastern Europe, the Mediterranean with Yiddish song and lead klezmer dances. Klezmer, the musical legacy of the lost European communities, evokes joy, wildness and sadness, making your feet tap and spirit soar plus a short talk about the history of the Jewish Community in Cork.

021 4924919 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

Heritage Trail

13.30 - 14.30

RECREATIONAL | HISTORY / CULTURE

The City Library, 57-61 Grand Parade T12 NT99 Cork City Libraries

Killeens /Boggy road (meet at Holyhill library) impact our community matters A local heritage walking trail of Lower Killens and the boggy Road, All Saints Well and Timpill Ni Cailini

D O’Sullivan donosullivan@mail.com

12:00 - 15:00

Bees, Honey & Plants Shandon Community Garden, T23 WF50 Shandon Area Renewal Assoc OPEN EVENT / TALK | ENVIROMENT / ECOLOGY

Bees are extremely important for humans, for food production and for maintaining balance between entire ecosystems. Join us for an informal open air talk on bees followed by a honey tasting session. All honeys or honey products welcome. We will also be launching our ‘Plant Shelter’ scheme to help restore your damaged or unwanted plants. Entrance across from junction of Blarney Street and Shandon Street, Access through green pedestrian gate

Diarmuid Mulcahy shandonarea@gmail.com

How do we connect in our relationships?

WORKSHOP | HEALTH & WELLBEING

In this taster workshop, Evie Flynn explores our belief systems surrounding relationships so that we can develop more meaningful, loving and deeply fulfilling relationships that last.

021 4924900 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

13:00 - 16:00

Polish Cooking Demo (Polskie Gotowanie Demo) ABC EduLibrary, Green Gate Business Centre, 52A Gould St, T12 Y65D ABC EduLibrary DEMONSTRATION | FOOD & NUTRITION

Experience Polish culture and enjoy traditionally prepared dishes by watching our cook, Daniel Szarowar, perform a step by step cooking demonstration. Get to know your neighbour, learn Polish cooking and eat some deliciously made food.

abcedulibrary@gmail.com 021 2411190 www.abcedulibrary.ie

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Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

Cork City Libraries

13:30 - 14.30

Cork Zero Waste Cork City Library, Grand Parade, T12 NT99 Cork Zero Waste

WORKSHOP | CREATIVE

Lego building event for ages between 7 and 10. All materials provided. All children must be accompanied by adult. Pre-booking essential

INFORMATION SESSION | ENVIRONMENT / ECOLOGY

Learn about sustainability topics including the cost to the environment of fast fashion, how to avoid wasting food and Air Pollution issues in Cork City.

Deirdre O’Brien

14.00 - 15.00 Hollyhill Library, Harbour View Road, Knocknaheeny, Cork T23 N250

Meet singer/songwriter Dave Burke

All materials provided, just bring your imagination and an accompanying grown-up!

All materials provided, just bring your imagination and an accompanying grown-up!

Join singer songwriter Dave Burke as he performs songs from his album ‘Fulfil the wish’ along with other new material

021 4924928 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

14.00HRS

Historical Walking Tour of St Finbarr’s Hospital

Enjoy making your own Lego creations.

Suitable for ages 5-12. All children must be accompanied by adult. Booking essential.

FRI

FOR BOOKINGS torytop_library@corkcity.ie

THU

15.00 - 16.00 Tory Top Library, Ballyphehane, Cork T12 WP57

PERFORMANCE | MUSIC

WED

14.30 - 16.30 Bishopstown Library, Wilton T12 RR84

Hollyhill Library, Harbour View Road, Knocknaheeny, Cork T23 N250 Cork City Libraries TUE

14.30 - 15.30 The City Library, Childen’s Library, Grand Parade,T12 NT99

14.00 - 15.00

MON

FOR BOOKINGS douglas_library@corkcity.ie

A fun space to create with Lego. See full listing page XXX

SUN

14.00 - 15.00 Douglas Pop-up Library, Douglas Community Centre T12 C840

MULTI DAY

Various Library Lego Club

St Finbarr’s Hospital, Douglas Road Cllr Kieran McCarthy TOUR | HISTORY

BOOKING ESSENTIAL 021 4924950 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

100 MAX

SAT

Discover the story of the Cork Union Workhouse and life in Cork in the 19th Century

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

SUN

Cllr Kieran McCarthy www.corkheritage.ie

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EVENT LISTINGS SATURDAY 13TH

14.00HRS

Which Tree are you in the Ogham Tree Zodiac

15.00 - 17.00

Walking Writing Workshops The City Library, 57-61 Grand Parade T12 NT99 Cork City Libraries WORKSHOP | LITERATURE

The People’s Parklet outside Cork Flower Studio Future Orchards & Learning Neighbourhood TALK | ENVIRONMENT / ECOLOGY

Which tree are you in Ogham Tree Zodiac?

Elaine Garde, will deliver a workshop about strengthening our local biodiversity. Deepen your understanding of ancient Irish tree lore and its wisdom’s which are woven into our native Ogham script and take away an Ogham stone with your own tree sign.

15 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

Justine Looney info@corkflowerstudio.com 021 4966510

14:30 - 16:30

Shiatsu for Kids

The Teaching Rooms, 6 Sidney Place Cork School of Shiatsu WORKSHOP | HEALTH & WELLBEING

For children age 7- 12 + accompanying adult/ parent. Have you ever wondered what the colour brown would sound like? Or what yellow would taste like? In this fun class to explore the world in a different way as well as learning some basic bodywork while exploring the ideas of energy/ chi.

8 MAX

FOR BOOKINGS

Diana Cassidy RPSSI shiatsuireland@yahoo.com 087 2070132 ww.learnshiatsu.ie

Join Kathy D’Arcy on this series of workshops based out of Cork City Library. We’ll explore mindful walking, observation and movement as part of the creative writing process as we journey through the streets of the city. All levels of experience welcome!

FOR BOOKINGS Kathy Darcy gobnait3@gmail.com

021 4924900

15.00 - 17.00

Exploring Our Connections To Ireland’s Natural World Nano Nagle Place, Conference Space (Douglas Street Entrance) Good Day Deli/Nano Nagle Place PANEL DISCUSSION | ENVIRONMENT / ECOLOGY

Exploring Our Connections to Ireland’s Natural World with Ray Foley, Good Day Deli + Guests.

Panel discussion on steering our fishing industry towards a sustainable future.

100 MAX

021 4193580 www.nanonagleplace.ie

15.30 - 16.30

Cork Burning, The Forgotten Trauma, People, Trades and Building The City Library, 57-61 Grand Parade T12 NT99 Cork City Libraries TALK | HISTORY

An illustrated Lecture with Michael Lenihan author of Cork Burning

021 4924900 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

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CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

15.30 - 17.00

Nano Nagle Place, Heritage Lecture Theatre (Douglas Street Entrance) Alliance Française de Cork/Nano Nagle Place

40 MAX

Unit 2A, Kilnap Business and Technology Park, T23V9K3 aTogether-Razem Centre CLASS / WORKSHOP | CREATIVE

Experience Polish hospitality at a brief, fun lecture about Polish culture hosted by Active Seniors Together Group. Participants have a chance to learn to make traditional hand-made lace with our artists, featuring an exhibition about Polish Easter celebrations, habits and traditions.

20 MAX

MON

Iconic writers like Edna O’Brien and contemporary Irish writers are much admired in France. Translations of their works into French often appear soon after publication in English.

Such works are widely reviewed; many have won some of France’s leading literary prizes. This talk will try to establish why exactly these writers are so popular in France.

A bite of Polish culture

FOR BOOKINGS

Ewa Ikwanty e.ikwanty@together-razem.org 021 4395588 TUE

9:00 - 16:30

021 4193580 www.nanonagleplace.ie

Irish Heart Foundation Walk Leader Training

The Glen Resource Centre, Glen Avenue, T24V3YK Cork Sports Partnership / Irish Heart Foundation

Enterprise House, 36 Mary St, T12RCY9 Alliance Française de Cork

WORKSHOP | EDUCATION / HEALTH / SPORT

CLASS | LANGUAGE / CULTURE /CHILDREN

10 MAX

(3 to 6 year olds)

Céline info@alliancefrancaisecork.com 021 431 0677

FRI

FOR BOOKINGS Tara Curran tcurran@irishheart.ie www.irishheart.ie

FOR BOOKINGS

THU

In this French workshop, children will discover the story of a big, green monster and will create their own.

Training aimed at people who wish to lead a group in their community or workplace. These courses will give you all the skills you need to inspire others to get walking with you.

WED

16:45 - 17:30

“Grand monstre vert”: Childrens Event

SUN

LECTURE | LITERATURE & LITERACY

17:00HRS

MULTI DAY

Contemporary Irish Writers in France

SAT

30 MAX

Event is family friendly

This event is part of the ‘Cork Playful City’ Project

This event has a maximum number of people allowed in the venue. Booking is recommended.

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Event venue is wheelchair accessible

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EVENT LISTINGS SUNDAY 14TH

MULTI DAY EVENTS HAPPENING TODAY Accidental Triggers Exhibition

FOR FULL LISTING SEE PAGE

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Triskel Gallery Space, Tobin Street, T12 WYY0

Cork 1920 - The Burning of a City Tour

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Our World in Black & White

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Discover Cork’s Medieval Past Tour

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St. Peter’s Cork, North Main St

The Glucksman, UCC, T12 V1WH

Elizabeth Fort, Barrack Street, T12 C8AO

30 MAX

Event venue is wheelchair accessible

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Event is family friendly

This event is part of the ‘Cork Playful City’ Project

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

This event has a maximum number of people allowed in the venue. Booking is recommended.

Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

MULTI DAY SUN MON

Sunday

Shiatsu Basic Skills workshop

The Teaching Rooms, 6 Sidney Place Cork School of Shiatsu

TUE

5TH APRIL

11:00 - 16:00

WORKSHOP | HEALTH & WELLBEING

THU FRI

Diana Cassidy RPSSI shiatsuireland@yahoo.com 087 2070132 ww.learnshiatsu.ie

WED

Learn about Shiatsu and how to give a simple, safe relaxing treatment to family and friends.

Also includes stretching, having fun, learning about some acupuncture points for first aid purposes and help with health where possible.

Some health restrictions may apply. Tea/coffee available. Bring lunch to share if you like. On street parking – free on Sundays. This is an interactive class and you will be working on others and will also be worked on by others in a safe way.

12:00 - 13:00

– ALAN MOORE

PERFORMANCE MUSIC

There will be music in the air as visitors are treated to a performance from the Quayside Trio: Seán Burns-Desmond (Flute), Daire Sweeney (Clarinet) and Carl Roewer (Bassoon). They will play music by Devienne, Mozart, Shostakovich and more.

SUN

Knowledge, like air, is vital to life.

Like air, no one should be denied it.”

Crawford Art Gallery, Emmet Place, T12 TNE6 CIT Cork School of Music SAT

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Music at Midday

021 4907862 www.crawfordartgallery.ie

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EVENT LISTINGS SUNDAY 14TH

13:00 - 15:00

14:00 - 16:00

Room: C_ORB_244, University College Cork UCC, CALI cultural Centre, Aatma Indian dance troupe, student societies.

Fitzgeralds Park, Mardyke Irish Girl Guides

Demonstartion /class / Dance/ culture

Do you know a girl aged 5+ who would like to embark on a journey full of fun, adventure and challenge? This is a chance to find out about #givinggirlsconfidence and a Guide Unit nearest/ convenient to you.

Dance Exchange!

Showcasing our UCC commitment to diversity, respect and lifelong learning Latin American, Indian and Chinese students will exchange a short dance lesson, teaching each other a few steps from their dance traditions. Members of the public can also join. At the end each group will dance one piece.

Dr Armida de la Garza caliculturalcentre@gmail.com

14.00 - 17.00

Library Pop-Up Space Fitzgeralds Park, Mardyke Cork City Libraries OPEN EVENT | CHILDREN / LITERATIURE & LITERACY

Find out how we support Cork’s Playful City Initiative. Enjoy some outdoor reading and have fun with our playful story and rhyme sessions.

Library staff will be on hand to give information about our wide range of services for all ages.

021 4924903 www.corkcitylibraries.ie

14:00 - 15.00

Statio Bene / Safe Harbour Free Tour

Crawford Art Gallery, Emmet Place, T12 TNE6 TOUR | CREATIVE / CRAFT

An opportunity to dive into Cork’s rich maritime history on a free tour of this special exhibition, devoted to the city’s relationship with its coast and waterways.

021 4907862 www.crawfordartgallery.ie

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Girl Guides in Fitzgerald Park OUTDOOR EVENT | PLAY EVENT

swrdo@irishgirlguides.ie www.irishgirlguides.ie

14:00 -15.30

Sunday - Funday Crawford Art Gallery, Emmet Place, T12 TNE6 WORKSHOP | CREATIVE / CULTURE

Join us for a fun, family-friendly creative workshop held in the spirit of lifelong learning with all materials provided.

021 4907862 www.crawfordartgallery.ie

15:00 - 16:00 & 16:00 - 17:00

Bug Hunt for All

Fitzgeralds Park, Mardyke Cork Nature Network OUTDOOR EVENT | ENVIRONMENT / ECOLOGY

Children accompanied by adults will participate in an insect hunt and identification in Fitzgerald Park. Waterproof gear essential, Equipment will be provided to collect insects, It will be a gentle scientific investigation, All insects will be returned to the park after their adventure in meeting us

contact@corknaturenetwork.ie 021 4210573 www.corkacademyofmusic.ie

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

16.15HRS

Nano Nagle Place, Goldie Chapel (Douglas Street Entrance) East Cork Early Music Festival/Nano Nagle Place Heinrich Biber’s Mystery Sonata the Joyful Mysteries played on Baroque Violin and Organ, passages of music interspersed with prayers and reflections.

SUN

PERFORMANCE | CULTURE / MUSIC

MULTI DAY

Heinrich Biber’s Mystery Sonata ‘The Joyful Mysteries’

MON

021 4193580 www.nanonagleplace.ie

TUE

14:00 - 17:00

Fitzgeralds Park Barrak Street Band & Friends

WED

Fitzgerald’s Park Family Fun Day PERFORMANCE | MUSIC

THU

Barrack Street Band Family Fun Day is an Annual Event. Bring the family to Fitzgerald’s Park for an afternoon of fun. A great way to bring the festival to its close. Why not bring a picnic? In the beautiful natural surroundings listen to music all afternoon.

Appearing on the Bandstand:

FRI

14.00 - 14.15 pm Barrack Street Junior Band 14.20 - 14.55 pm Barrack Street Youth Band 15.00 - 16.00 pm Barrack Street Senior Band 16.00 - 17.00 pm Cork Academy of Music Rock and Pop Band Lots of circus fun for all the family close by the museum:

SUN

SAT

14.30 - 15.15pm The Wobbly Circus Show:

by Museum, slapstick comedy and clowning with a high level of circus skills.

15.30 - 16:00pm Clown on a Bike ‘walkabout’: this is free range circus with added bass!

Billy O’Callaghan 086 8378367

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Fringe Events

Kinsale College of Further Education Bandon Rd, Blackhorsefield, Kinsale THURSDAY - 16:30 - 18:00

Drama Workshop

Find your creative voice through Drama.

A playful workshop using theatre games and improvisation to develop imagination, vocal and physical expression. Open to everyone with or without experience. Guaranteed fun!

FRIDAY - 12:00 & 13:00 Beeswax Wrap Workshops Learn how to make your own Beeswax Wrap, eliminate the need for clingfilm & lunch boxes! Reduce waste & help the environment.

FRIDAY - 14:00HRS

Diabetes & Weight Management Learn how to lose & sustain healthy weight loss when you have diabetes through diet & physical activity

FRIDAY - 14:00 - 15:30

Art Workshop

The art course will offer a shrink plastic workshop. From drawing observations, you will draw on plastic to create your own pins or brooches. Playing with colours and shapes, a fun way to get an introduction to the Art course at Kinsale College!! All levels welcome.

BOOKINGS FOR ALL OF THE KINSALE ACTIVITIES: GJONES@KINSALECOLLEGE.IE

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CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

Pilates for older adults

Pilates People Watergrasshill, First Fruit Arts Centre, Cork Road, T56 X021 CHAIR-BASED PILATES CLASS

Jaconel : info@pilatespeoplecork.com 0851613505

T’ai Chi / Qigong Workshop

Fermoy Community Youth Centre, Ashe Quay, Fermoy, P61TK73.

Anne Marie : anniemaguire7@gmail.com 087 787 5848

Lets Try Karate!

Carrigaline Court Hotel Rising Sun School of Karate CLASS | HEALTH & WELLBEING / EXERCISE

Assumpta Lydon Pased@eircom.net 087 224 1540

SUNDAY 5TH APRIL - 15:00HRS

The Secret Life of our native Irish Honey Bee Cork Nature Network @ Fota WildlifePark Education Centre

Dr Ciaran Geoghanan of the Irish Bee Conservation Project will provide a fascinating insight into the life of the Irish Bee, their importance as pollinators, the threats they currently face and why it’s important for us to do all we can to protect and preserve them BOOKINGS:

WED

FRIDAY 3RD APRIL 18:00 - 19:00

BOOKING:

TUE

Learn and experience the health and wellbeing benefits of T’ai Chi and Qigong. Graceful yet grounding and strengthening. Meditation in movement; part of regular classes for adults in Fermoy and Lismore

Shirley Mee Card Maker will demonstrate how she makes beautiful handmade Easter Cards and how cut, to put together and embellish your hand made Cards. A chance to visit this lcooperative of local craft makers and to browse their work and find out more.

MON

TUESDAY 31ST MARCH - 18.15 -19.30

Passage West Creates, 3 Main Street, Passage West, Co. Cork T12V29T

SUN

Regular Monday class, where we work on posture, strength, flexibility, balance, relaxation.

Lots of practical and functional movement to help you keep fit and flexible.

Easter card Demo and workshop

MULTI DAY

MONDAY 30TH MARCH - 10.30 - 11.30

Tara O Donoghue events@corknaturenetwork.ie 087 956 7452 www.corknaturenetwork.ie

THU

Come along & Give Karate a go! Suitable for beginners.

FOR BOOKINGS barry@risingsun.ie 086 722 2779 www.risingsun.ie

FRI

SATURDAY 4TH APRIL – 12:00

SAT SUN

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CORK LEARNING CITY

Learning Neighbourhoods

Cork Learning Neighbourhoods is a key project that connects the Learning City with citizens in local communities.

A Learning Neighbourhood is an area that is constantly strengthening its practice in learning, providing a diversity of learning opportunities for the whole population through partnership and collaboration.

These are communities where learning, in all its forms and for all ages, is acknowledged and celebrated at local level. Learning Neighbourhoods highlight and celebrate existing inclusive local learning initiatives, as well as creating new ones.

There are now six Learning Neighbourhoods, having begun on a pilot basis in two neighbourhoods, Ballyphehane and Knocknaheeny in 2015, the initiative has since been expanded to include Togher, Mayfield, South Parish and The Glen, with more neighbourhoods to come.

In each of these Learning Neighbourhoods, local coordinating groups plan and run events during the Festival, and throughout the year.

It is all about celebrating learning and trying new things, making new connections, having fun and communities working together to benefit all residents. Each of the Learning

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Neighbourhoods have lots on offer and are delighted with the opportunity to show what’s happening throughout the Festival week. Why not go along and find out more at some of the over 100 events in these areas: • Ballyphehane • Knocknaheeny • Mayfield • Togher • South Parish • The Glen Some of the Learning Neighbourhoods are also collaborating with UCC and CIT to host talks and workshops, art exhibitions and trails, theatre performances and movie showings and information session on returning to education.

For further information and updates find us on facebook or contact us at learningneighbourhoods@ucc.ie

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

MULTI DAY

Failte! Bonjour! Cześć!

SUN

2/4/2020 - DÉARDAOIN - 18.00 - 19.45

Leabharlann Bhaile an Easpaig, Wilton T12RR84

Bain úsáid as do chúpla focal gaeilge leis an grúpa cairdiúil seo.

Alliance Française de Cork, Enterprise House, 36 Mary St, T12RCY9 Atelier d’écriture créative destiné aux poètes et aux écrivains, en herbe ou confirmés, et à tous ceux qui aiment la poésie et les histoires en français. Niveau minimum de français requis : élémentaire.

TUE

03/04/2020 - DÉ HAOINE - 16.00 - 17.00

Atelier d’écriture créative avec Lisa

MON

‘Caint is Cómhra’

03/04/2020 - VENDREDI - 17.00 - 18.30

Seoladh Leabhar

Oíche Gaeilge; le plé gairid ar dhá leabhar a scríobh Isobel Ní Riain as Gaeilge. Beidh na leabhair ar fáil le ceannach agus sólaistí ar fáil freisin

04/04/2020 - SATURDAY - 13:00 - 16:00

WED

Seomra Caidrimh san ORB, Coláiste na hOllscoile, Corcaigh.

Polskie Gotowanie Demo

ABC EduLibrary, Green Gate Business Centre, 52A Gould St, T12 Y65D THU

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FRI

Poznaj polską kulturę i delektuj się tradycyjnie przygotowywanymi potrawami, oglądając naszego kucharza, Daniela Szarowara, wykonującego pokaz gotowania krok po kroku. Polskie Gotowanie Demo to darmowe spotkanie towarzyskie, wszystkie są mile widziane i zachęcane do zabrania przyjaciół i rodziny na naszą prezentację kulinarną. Poznaj swojego sąsiada, naucz się polskiego gotowania i zjedz pyszne potrawy.

SAT SUN

CORK LEARNING CITY

Deich bhliain ag fás – Cork Lifelong Learning Festival and Féile an Phobail Belfast Since a Co-operation Ireland programme that was held during the festival in 2008 Cork Lifelong Learning Festival has had a connection with Belfast, and has been committed to developing stronger relations between the cities in the context of the Peace Process and the Good Friday Agreement.

In 2010 the partnership between the two festival s was formally announced, following initial joint events with Féile an Phobail - the Festival of the People – held in Cork and Belfast the previous year. Now 10 years later we celebrate and acknowledge the links and the friendships that have subsequently developed between the two festivals over the years.

Highlights during those years since included in 2011 when President of Ireland Mary McAleese welcomed the link as she officially opened the Cork festival, in 2012 when the Lord Mayor of Belfast Niall O’Donnghaile jointly launched the festival with the Lord Mayor of Cork Terry Shannon, and in 2018 when the Cork Lifelong Learning Festival helped celebrate Féile’s

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30th birthday, at the launch by Taoiseach Leo Varadkar and Lord Mayor of Belfast Deirdre Hargey. Beacause of the strength of this partnership exchanges and projects happen each year, among them: mural painting by Mahon Community Development Project’s Men’s Art Group working with Belfast mural artists including Frank Quigley; building and rowing traditional currachs when young people from nationalist and unionist areas in Belfast and Lisburn visit Meitheal Mara in Cork annually; and ‘Scribes’ events, bringing writers from different parts of Ireland together to read from their work. Relationships have built up between the individuals and organisations involved, so they continue year-round, including participation by Belfast in the Cork City Marathon and vice-versa.

Bringing together even a few individuals together to work on projects can forge understanding and co-operation as people learn a little about each other and recognise things we all have in common.

After ‘Deich bhliain ag fás’ this work and these connections continue and grow and all involved look forward to many more years growing together as ‘Festival cousins’.

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

SCRIBES

FRIDAY APRIL 3 Farmgate, English Market – 18:30 - 20:30

Writers read from and discuss their work in an event inspired by Féile an Phobail, our festival partner.

Danny Morrison is a writer who lives in Belfast. He has written four novels and three books of nonfiction. His short stories have been broadcast on BBC and RTÉ. His last novel, Rudi, set in part in Cork, was inspired by Hermann Hesse’s 1915 novel, Knulp. He was chair of West Belfast’s Féile an Phobail for eleven years and currently organises its literary programme. His latest publication, based on quotes he has gathered over thirty years, and which he will be reading from, is called Life, I Do Not Understand You. Cónal Creedon is a novelist, playwright & documentary film-maker. His books include Pancho and Lefty, Second City Trilogy, Passion Play, The Immortal Deed & Begotten Not Made.

His stage plays have been produced in Ireland, UK, USA & China, and were awarded Best Actor, Best Director & Nominated Best Playwright at New York Theatre Awards. His film documentaries have had a number of international screenings including at World Expo Shanghai and New York University.

Cónal’s radio dramas have been broadcast

by RTÉ, BBC Radio 4 & BBC World Service.

Danielle McLaughlin is the author of the short story collection Dinosaurs on Other Planets. In 2019 she was a WindhamCampbell Prize recipient, and won the Sunday Times Audible Short Story Award.

Her first novel, The Art of Falling, will be published in 2021.

Together with Madeleine D’Arcy, she co-runs Fiction at the Friary, a free monthly fiction event in Cork which takes place at the Friary Bar, North Mall on the last Sunday of every month.

Rosemary Jenkinson was born in Belfast and is a playwright and short story writer. Her book Catholic Boy was shortlisted for the EU Prize for Literature. She was writer-in-residence at the Lyric Theatre and 2019 Arts Council of Northern Ireland Major Artist. Her latest short story collection Lifestyle Choice 10mg is published by Doire Press.

Cross border initiatives are supported by the festival, Féile an Phobail, Co-operation Ireland’s Cork branch & Cork City Council

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CORK LEARNING CITY

Host of 3rd UNESCO International Conference on Learning Cities 2017

Cork - UNESCO Learning City Our people make Cork a Learning City, recognised by UNESCO, who presented us with a Learning City Award in 2015. Cork was one of the first 12 cities to achieve this award worldwide, and is one of only 38 cities in all to be awarded to date. The success of our Lifelong Learning Festival was one of the key reasons Cork City achieved this global recognition.

When UNESCO selected Cork to host the 3rd International Conference on Learning Cities in 2017 it was another significant statement of support for the city’s track record in recognising and promoting lifelong learning. and promoting lifelong learning.

Our Vision: Celebrating and supporting learning - all ways and for all We see Cork as a place where active engagement in learning, lifelong and lifewide, by all people, is part of our identity and our culture.

We see learning as a means to transform lives, locally and globally; and we are committed to leaving no-one behind.

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Cork Learning City - structure Cork Learning City is a partnership that co-ordinates the development of Cork as a Learning City. It involves four lead partners: Cork City Council, Cork Education and Training Board, Cork Institute of Technology and University College Cork, and 2 strategic partners – HSE Cork and the National Association of Principals and Deputy Principals . These partners have committed themselves to working together on this agenda and have formed a Working Group called GLLiC - ‘Growing Lifelong Learning in Cork’ – with a wide range of other learning

Cork Learning City supports Learning in Action projects including the Lifelong Learning Festival, Learning Neighbourhoods and Learning Workplaces, and works to implement UNESCO policies on Learning Cities, giving priority to the UNESCO Cork Call to Action on Learning Cities 2017. This significant policy document calls on cities worldwide to implement lifelong learning strategies relating to the social, environmental and economic dimensions of the UN Sustainable Development Goals, promoting: • Equitable and inclusive learning and living environments; • Green and Healthy learning and living environments; • Opportunities for decent work and entrepreneurship.

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Contact us: www.corklearningcity.ie info@corklearningcity.ie

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Cork County Lifelong Learning Events During festival week events also take place throughout Cork County.

Event details are available locally.

Why not check out a local Lifelong Learning Festival near you?

1. MACROOM & MUSCRAI Sheila 086-8239097 2. DUNMANWAY Dorothy 086-8239149 3. SKIBBERREEN Maura 028 - 21011 4. BANTRY AND THE 4 VALLEYS Noreen 086-823 9147 5. BANDON Raymond 086-8239094 6. CLONAKILTY Brid 086- 0204681 7. BEARA Noreen 086- 8239147 8. MIDLETON Helen 086- 8238769 9. YOUGHAL Cathy 086-8238746

For more information contact Lena Cronin: 087-1771683 or lena.cronin@corketb.ie

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Atlantic Currents: Cork & Lowell Writers BOOK LAUNCH 5.30pm, Council Chamber, City Hall

Come along to the launch of this new anthology, meet the Editors, hear about Cork-Lowell Literary connections and listen to some of the writers reading from their work.

Atlantic Currents: Connecting Cork and Lowell brings together sixty-five writers from both sides of the Atlantic Ocean whose stories, poems, essays, songs, and parts of novels come to us in familiar voices.

Lowell in Massachusetts, is famously the home of Jack Kerouac, author of On the Road. Like Cork, it has a rich literary tradition and, like Cork, is equally committed to the values and goals of UNESCO’s Learning Cities programme.

With the objective of strengthening connections between these two communities and to create new learning links, this newly published anthology - an expression of our shared connections - is launched this evening.

Atlantic Currents is published by Loom Press of Lowell. There will also be a writers’ exchange.

The idea is to introduce the two cities to each other and so the anthology includes the histories of Lowell and Cork, together with work by established and emerging poets, short story writers and novelists, journalists, prose writers, and personal responses to life in both cities.

Spurred by a desire to make a sturdy bond between two historic cities whose modern

resurgence has been driven in large part by commitments to lifelong experiential learning, the organizers of Cork Learning City and Lowell: City of Learning began collaborating in the spirit of UNESCO’s Learning Cities network.

With this anthology, the connecting thread is made stronger through the now entwined writing and reading in both places.

Come along and meet writers and the Editor from Cork, Tina Neylon, former Books Editor of The Irish Examiner & Co-ordinator of the Cork Lifelong Learning Festival from 2004 to 2017, with one of the two Lowell Editors, John Wooding, Professor Emeritus, Department of Political Science, University of Massachusetts, Lowell and co-ordinator of Lowell City of Learning.

Cork’s connections with Lowell date back to 2016. Since the Cork Lifelong Learning Festival began in 2004 and, in particular, since UNESCO’s recognition of Cork as a Learning City in 2015 there have been many contacts with other cities interested in following in its footsteps.

Some have founded their own festivals of lifelong learning, others are developing initiatives to foster a culture of learning in their cities – among them Limerick, Belfast, Dublin, Derry, Swansea, Wyndham in Australia, Burnaby in Canada, and recently Lowell in Massachusetts, USA.

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The All Ireland Network of Learning Cities

Members of the All Ireland Learning City Network include Limerick, Dublin, Belfast, Derry and Cork to date. In 2019 the Mayors of each of these cities signed a formal Memorandum of Understanding committing them to work together as Learning Cities, support each other and share information Formed originally in Cork in November 2018, the Irish Network of Learning Cities is an allisland network for support, inspiration, knowhow and sharing good practice, based on the principles of the UNESCO Global Network of Learning Cities Progress The Network has been meeting quarterly, each city hosting in turn, with the next network meeting planned for Cork during Lifelong Learning Festival week. Belfast will hold their Learning Festival in late March, and DerryStrabane are planning their first Learning Festival in May.

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The European and North American Network of Learning Cities At a meeting in Cork in April 2019 attended

by UNESCO, cities from across the UN Region of Europe and North America formed a Network for support, inspiration, know-how and sharing good practice, based on the principles of the UNESCO Global Network of Learning Cities. It includes a focus of support and mentoring of US cities and institutions committed to implementing UNESCO Learning Cities policies and practice at a time when the USA is outside UNESCO membership.

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In Nov 2019, Lowell in Massachusetts USA hosted the first Learning City Seminar in North America, with input from European Learning Cities. The US members of the Network have been communicating with Lowell who plan to hold their 3rd Learning Festival in May. South Bend City in Indiana are planning to launch their new technology based Lifelong Learning initiative in June

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UNESCO policy framework for Learning City Networks

UNESCO International Conference Cities 2017 Both Networks are committed to the

implementation of UNESCO Learning City policies, in particular: • The Beijing Declaration on Learning Cities, and the Mexico Statement on Building Sustainable Learning Cities, and the Medellin Manifesto on Learning Cities; • The Cork Call to Action on Learning Cities: • To implement lifelong learning strategies pertaining to the social, environmental and economic dimensions of the SDGs that promote: • Equitable and inclusive learning and living environments; • Green and Healthy learning and living environments; • Opportunities for decent work and entrepreneurship; • The UNESCO Key Features of Learning Cities: • To effectively mobilize resources in every sector to: • Promote inclusive learning from basic to higher education; • Revitalize learning in families and communities; • Facilitate learning for and in the workplace; • Extend the use of modern learning technologies; • Enhance quality and excellence in learning, and • Foster a culture of learning throughout life.

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Lasercutter & 3D Printer 3D Printing Information Session Circular Economy & 3D Printing

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Piano Accordion and Button Accordion Enthusiasts Piano Accordion and Button Accordion Enthusiasts Piano Accordion and Button Accordion Enthusiasts

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Walking Tour of UCC Art Collection All Eyes on Us! Monoprint Workshop Statio Bene / Safe Harbour Statio Bene / Safe Harbour Free Tour Sunday - Funday The Light of Johannes Vermeer Life Drawing My Education, My Future - Art Initiative Traveller Student Print Project

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Which Tree are you in the Ogham Tree Zodiac

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Stellarium Workshops Live Astronomy at CIT Blackrock Castle Observatory Demons in the Sky Stellarium Workshops

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Questions & Answers on Autism

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Bees, Honey & Plants Beeswax Wrap Workshop The Secret Life of our native Irish Honey Bee Wildflower Window Boxes for Bees

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Bike Maintenance Workshop

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Atlantic Currents: Cork & Lowell Writers Book Launch

ASTROLOGY

ASTRONOMY

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Acting for Beginners Community Drama Ensemble!

Drop in Drama Workshop Community Drama Ensemble!

Drop in Drama Workshop Drama Workshop

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Step-up to Your Health Initiative Facing the future Social & Active Retirement Club Open Day What is a University of the Third Age? Making the most of your retirement Bowling Club Open Evening

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Art Group Adult Art Session Minature Painting Art & Craft Display Art of illumination: traditional oriental manuscript / painting Kids Drawing Club Nurturing through Creativity Art Workshop Play & Create Workshop Playful Portraits Tour Meet the Artist - Crawford Supported Studio Meet the Artists - Crawford Supported Studio Review Central Exhibition Teacher and Student Art Exhibition and Art Competition A Rare “Ulysses” Exhibition Exhibition of sculptures by Krzysiek Rosa inspired by The Joker’s dance Mayfield Arts Centre - Art Exhibition Accidental Triggers by Ofri Cnaani Overburden by Fiona Kelly Launch of Traveller Student Print Project Climate Change Activism Art Mural Walk

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BIKE MAINTENANCE BOOK LAUNCH

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BUSINESS

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40th Anniversary Celebration of Terence MacSwiney Annual Award Ceremony & 35th Birthday celebrations #2020 Vision: Learning from the Past, Linking to the Future Mayfield Learning Festival 2020 One Book One Community

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Paperclay bowls demo with Jim Turner Introduction to Pottery Paperclay bowls demo with Jim Turner

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Childcare Degree Programmes Levels 7 & 8 Childcare QQI Level 5/6 Programme workshop

CELEBRATION EVENT 74 46

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Giant Connect Four Poisson d’avril' : Childrens workshop

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Children’s Fun Day: Mad Hatters Make and Do “Grand monstre vert”: Childrens Event Happy Talk in the Library Story Song and Rhyme Scrabble Club Story, Rhythm and Rhyme with Deirdre Ryan Playful City Storytime Baby Sling Dance Kids Drawing Club Away with Words with the Litwits Shiatsu for Kids Video Game Club Board Game Bonanza!

Library Pop-Up Space

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World as One Choir Sing Your Heart Out' Workshop A celebration Cor na Laoi Choir Voices of Cork Choir - Information Voices of Cork Choir

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Citizens Information with George Forde

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Personal and Management Coaching

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Coffee Morning Coffee Flavour vs Brew Method Home Brew Presentation Decaf Explained Coffee Varietals and their Origin

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Visit National Learning Network Hollyhill Come see us in Action – community training

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Lunchtime Concert (BTEI) Music program Performance by Local Training Initiative Level 4 music students.

Afternoon Concert Appreciation of Irish Music Group One Book One Community Concert Live in the Lightwell - concert Concert by Community Employment Scheme (CE) music course.

Lunch Time Concert Baroque Concert St. Brendan’s Music Extravaganza Cork Community Gamelan Concert Lunchtime Concert Pop-up Klezmer Dave Burke - singer songwriter Heinrich Biber’s Mystery Sonata 'The Joyful Mysteries' #2020 Vision: Learning from the Past, Linking to the Future Mayfield Learning Festival 2020 Pop-Up Klezmer Music at midday Wings Music Project at Mayfield Learning Festival

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CITIZENS INFORMATION COACHING COFFEE

COMMUNITY EDUCATION CONCERT

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The Rosc ensemble Music at Midday

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CIT Lifelong Learning In Cork Prison CIT Cork Prison Pop Up Restaurant

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Knitting Workshop Woodturning Demonstration and Lesson Make your own Wooden Birdbox Jewellery Demonstration & Exhibition Paperclay bowls demo with Jim Turner Wooden Spoon Carving Wood Finishes and Finishing Techniques A two step thread folding step stool Knitting Hour Art & Craft Display Crochet Circle Letter Carving with Tom Little Easter card Demo and workshop Paperclay bowls demo with Jim Turner Sashiko stitching and Indigenous Textiles Mayfield Crafters Bag Making Jewellery Making Introduction to Pottery

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Creative Writing Non Fiction writers Group Open Mic Creative writing workshop in French Walking Writing Workshops Photography & Creative Writing Exhibition

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Mayfield Crafters Crochet Circle

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Iberian Celluloid Traveller Identity Launching two Donegal Currachs Cant Language Workshop

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Islam and Muslims: All your Questions Answered, (well, nearly) Why Donald Trump is still in office, postImpeachment ‘Integrating East Cork’ – Women sharing their experiences Do we need Women’s Studies any more?

Palestine: My experience Fake News Liminality in the Direct Provision System “Brexit: A Moral Panic?”

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Bike Maintenance Workshop

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Baby Sling Dance Line Dancing Demonstration

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A Dance Concerto Workshop WiseMovement: Dance Workshop Dance Exchange!

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Meaningful activities for persons with Dementia

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Diabetes & Weight Management

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Untold Stories UCC Supports People with Disabilities of all ages.

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Community Drama Ensemble!

Drop in Drama Workshop Community Drama Ensemble!

Drop in Drama Workshop Drama Workshop Acting for Beginners

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Conservation Action: You can help save endangered species “Explorers” Marine Science Make your own Soap!

Make your own eco friendly home cleaning products

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My Education, My Future - Art Initiative Engineering for Girls Part-Time Programmes at the CIT School of Business UDL in action: Creating educational resources Childcare Degree Programmes Levels 7 & 8 Childcare QQI Level 5/6 Programme workshop Life Changing Journeys of Adult Learners Engineering as a career Purple Pod Simulated Office Exhibition & Open Day Start There, Get Here: ACC Community Pathways Program College Festival Opening Multi-agency collaboration, social inclusion and equality Fairhill Open Morning ABC's of LGBT UCC Supports People with Disabilities of all ages.

Developing Your Public Speaking and Communication Skills What is a University of the Third Age? Northwest Learning Network group. Expo.

Education in the 21st Century Blended Learning Workshop Give your child the gift of your native language Spanish Class Tour of LTI garden & planting up for Summer Cork ETB introduces LEGO® Serious Play® Annual Award Ceremony & 35th Birthday celebrations

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Open Day Centre for Education Dean Street Skills Speed-Dating with UCC Skills Centre Skills Speed-Dating with UCC Skills Centre Skills Speed-Dating with UCC Skills Centre Learning for life in a Special School A (Social) History of Teaching Dante in Nineteenth-century Cork Conversations : Learning City Forum Play Leader Workshop Irish Heart Foundation Walk Leader Training Stem Research

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Engineering for Girls Engineering as a career

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Free English Taster Class Business English (for speakers of other languages) General English (for speakers of other languages) Conversational English Group A Career in Teaching English as a Second/ Foreign Language

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ENGINEERING ENGLISH

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ENVIROMENT 86

Boiling Point: Climate Change and the War on Truth

ENVIRONMENT / ECOLOGY

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Exploring Our Connections To Ireland's Natural World Cork Zero Waste Exploring Our Connections To Ireland's Natural World Bug Hunt for All The Secret Life of our native Irish Honey Bee

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Root & Release 2.0 - Yoga Class Root & Release - Beginners Yoga Beginner's Kung Fu Beginner's Tai Chi Beginner's Kung Fu Beginner's Tai Chi Yoga for Beginners Beginner's Kung Fu T’ai Chi / Qigong Workshop Lets try katrate

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Traveller Student Print Project

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Iberian Celluloid Introduction to Film Music Scores ‘Women in their Place' Introduction to Film Music Scores Film Screening of “Night School” (2018)

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A taste of Iberia A bite of Polish culture

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Hungry for Meaning' philosophy & food

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Coffee Flavour vs Brew Method Home Brew Presentation Decaf Explained Coffee Varietals and their Origin Polish Cooking Demo (Polskie Gotowanie Demo) CIT Cork Prison Pop Up Restaurant Beeswax Wrap Workshop

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Brittany - explore nort west france Poisson d’avril' : Childrens workshop Creative writing workshop in French Contemporary Irish Writers in France “Grand monstre vert”: Childrens Event

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Visit the Glen Community Garden Tour of LTI garden & planting up for Summer Wildflower Window Boxes for Bees How to maintain your lawn Wildflower Sowing and Growing Meet the Blarney Gardens Volunteers group Learn how to make Vibrant Window Boxes

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How to draw your family tree

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Conservation Action: You can help save endangered species Climate Change Activism Art Boiling Point: Climate Change and the War on Truth Cork Zero Waste Which Tree are you in the Ogham Tree Zodiac Make your own Soap!

Make your own eco friendly home cleaning products Visit the Glen Community Garden How will we live in a sustainable world?

Learn how to make Vibrant Window Boxes Wildflower Window Boxes for Bees Wildflower Sowing and Growing Bees, Honey & Plants Beeswax Wrap Workshop

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Girl Guide meeting

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Guitar for beginners Guitar for beginners Guitar for beginners

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Irish Heart Foundation Walk Leader Training Learning and Creativity for Mental Health; What Your Library Can Do For You Facing the future Conversation Cafe: A Lifelong Learning Special Minding Yourself – Care of yourself and those you care for Self-care for Wellbeing

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Making the most of your retirement How do we connect in our relationships?

Mental Health & Wellbing Goal Setting Sessions Developing a picture of us WISE Facilitation Training Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Workshop Pilates for Buff Bones Dealing with stress in our daily lives An introduction to SMART Recovery Social & Active Retirement Club Open Day T'ai Chi Class Caring for our Wellbeing Pilates for older adults Mindfulness & Wellness Recovery Action Planning WRAP ® How to Reduce and Manage your Stress Questions & Answers on Autism Art of Living : Meditation Relaxation & Hand Massage Mental Health & Wellbing Goal Setting Sessions Traveller Health Information Forum Goal setting & Mindfulness workshop Dealing with Loss & Change Intro to Tai Chi Pilates for Buff Bones T'ai Chi Class Shiatsu for Kids Shiatsu Basic Skills workshop Pilates for older adults Diabetes & Weight Management Step-up to Your Health Initiative Parent First Aid Awareness

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Try out Tai Chi Baby Sling Dance ‘Easter Themed’ 3 Km Fun Run / Walk Lets Try Karate!

Bowling Club Open Evening Lets Try Karate!

Tai Chi Tai Chi Line Dancing Demonstration Lets Try Karate!

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Mindfulness in everyday life Personal and Management Coaching Understanding doctors - new research on medical communication Finding True Love

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Awakening Nations: Responses to the Irish Struggle in Catalonia and Galicia The Life and Adventures of Miguel de Cervantes, Creator of Don Quixote How to draw your family tree From Borrowed Space to Cyberspace 40th Anniversary Celebration of Terence MacSwiney

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“Cork Pride 2019 and Stonewall 1969: Fifty Years Proud”.

The Place of the Honan Chapel in Ireland’s Revolutionary Decade (1912-1922).

Women’s Family History The Laws of Marriage in the Medieval Church - An Overall View Cork’s Boxing Story From Borrowed Space to Cyberspace Mary Elmes - 'I got things done' No Longer Forgotten: Cork Women of the Revolution Robert Gibbings Exhibition Seamus Murphy Exhibition A (Social) History of Teaching Dante in Nineteenth-century Guided Tour of Blarney Castle & Gardens Cork 1920 in Numbers Historical Walking Tour of St Finbarr’s Hospital Discover Cork’s Medieval Past The Light of Johannes Vermeer

IRISH GIRL GUIDES

North Presentation remembers Cork 1920 Play from the Pike Seamus Murphy and Blackpool Talks about Cork and the War of Independence, 1920 Talk - the Burning of Cork The Life and Death of Terence MacSwiney Cork Burning: An illustrated Lecture Cork Burning, The Forgotten Trauma, People, Trades and Building The Cork House Name Project - History & Folklore Exhibition Cork 1920 - The Burning of a City Heritage Trail

HISTORY (LOCAL) 35 47 54 70

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INCLUSION 81 34

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Diversity Academy Workshop ‘Integrating East Cork’ – Women sharing their experiences Fairhill Open Morning Liminality in the Direct Provision System Learning for life in a Special School LGBTI+ Awareness Training Explore Other Cultures

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Intercultural Coffee Morning Multi-agency collaboration, social inclusion and equality Meet the Artist - Crawford Supported Studio UCC Supports People with Disabilities of all ages.

‘Women in their Place' Meet the Artists - Crawford Supported Studio Music Making for All Untold Stories Dance Exchange!

Intercultural Coffee Morning

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Book Launch

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IRISH

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Brownie Guide Meeting Coffee Morning Coffee Evening Ladybird Guide meeting Girl Guide meeting Girl Guides in Fitzgerald Park

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Jewellery Demonstration & Exhibition Jewellery Making

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Lets Try Karate!

Lets Try Karate!

Lets Try Karate!

Lets try katrate

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Knitting Hour Mayfield Crafters Knitting Workshop

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Beginner's Kung Fu Beginner's Kung Fu Beginner's Kung Fu

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Poisson d’avril' : Childrens workshop Free English Taster Class Conversational English Group “Grand monstre vert”: Childrens Event Cant Language Workshop

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Creative writing workshop in French

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A Career in Teaching English as a Second/ Foreign Language Spanish Language Class Business English (for speakers of other languages) General English (for speakers of other languages)

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LASER CUTTER 40 38

Lasercutter & 3D Printer What’s a Laser Cutter and What Can I Do With It?

LAUNCH EVENT 22 24 26 53 72

LAW 41 84

Launch of Traveller Student Print Project College Festival Opening Multi-agency collaboration, social inclusion and equality Traveller Identity Launching two Donegal Currachs Introduction to the study of Law The Laws of Marriage in the Medieval Church - An Overall View

LEARNING CITY 56 77

Atlantic Currents: Cork & Lowell Writers Cork Conversations : Learning City Seminar

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Make your own eco friendly home cleaning products Wooden Spoon Carving A two step thread folding step stool Learn how to make Vibrant Window Boxes

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Relaxation & Hand Massage

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Art of Living : Meditation

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Jewellery Demonstration & Exhibition

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Positive Psychology & Mindfulness Mindfulness in everyday life Mindfulness & Wellness Recovery Action Planning WRAP ® Guided Mindfulness and Self Care Space Goal setting & Mindfulness workshop

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Learning Factory : Hydroelectric Power Station Tour Learning Factory : SR Technics Airfoil Services Learning Factory : Hydroelectric Power Station Tour Cork Learning Factory : Flex

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Learning Factory : Automation 2020 Learning Factory : Automation 2020 Learning Factory : Boston Scientific

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Cork ETB introduces LEGO® Serious Play® Library Lego Club - Junior Builders Library Lego Club Library Lego Club Library Lego Club Library Lego Club Library Lego Club Library Lego Club Library Lego Club

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ABC's of LGBT LGBTI+ Awareness Training “Cork Pride 2019 and Stonewall 1969: Fifty Years Proud”.

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LIBRARY ONLINE 32 52

Your Library Online Discover library online services

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Life Drawing

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One book One Community 2019/2020 Exhibition Become a Volunteer Literacy Tutor

LIFE DRAWING LITERACY 22

LITERATURE

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Open evening / Learner readings / tour of the Library One Book One Community Open evening / Learner readings / tour of the Library Contemporary Irish Writers in France The Life and Adventures of Miguel de Cervantes, Creator of Don Quixote Book Launch Italian Crime after Montalbano: New and Old Italians A Rare “Ulysses” Exhibition Non Fiction writers Group Open Mic Scribes Breaking Into Crime Writing!

One book One Community 2019/2020 Exhibition One Book One Community Concert Robert Gibbings Exhibition

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Contemporary Irish Writers in France

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Make your own Soap!

Make your own Wooden Birdbox

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LITERATURE & LITERACY MAKE IT!

MASSAGE

MEDITATION METAL

MINDFULNESS

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MUSIC 55 82 99 15 17 22 23 24 24 24 24 24 28 31 36 36 36 37 37 38 39 42 48 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 51 51 52 52 57 62

Hapnin Podcast recording session Music Making for All Music at midday The Rosc ensemble Pop-Up Klezmer Music Improvisation Basics and Beyond!

Lunchtime Concert (BTEI) Music program Guitar for beginners Music Technology for Beginners Introduction to basic Rhythm Piano Accordion and Button Accordion Enthusiasts Basic Stagecraft for Musicians Rap & Beats workshop with GMC Beats Song Writing Workshop Performance by Local Training Initiative Level 4 music students.

Introduction to Music Theory Piano for Beginners.

Music Industry Basics Workshop Introduction to Film Music Scores Afternoon Concert Tin Whistle Tips and more Appreciation of Irish Music Group Live in the Lightwell - concert Music Improvisation Basics and Beyond!

Introduction to Music Theory Concert by Community Employment Scheme (CE) music course.

Piano for Beginners.

Singing for Beginners.

Guitar for beginners Music Technology for Beginners Wings Music Project at Mayfield Learning Festival All about That Bass!

Piano Accordion and Button Accordion Enthusiasts Basic Stagecraft for Musicians Good Vibrations with Jim Cosgrave Origins of Popular Music

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CORK LEARNING CITY

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Gramophone Recital A salute to Ireland and the Eurovision Preparing A Song For Performance Lunch Time Concert Piano for Beginners.

Saxophone for Beginners.

Ukulele Workshop.

Workshop for Percussion Enthusiasts Introduction to basic Rhythm.

Baroque Concert Introduction to Film Music Scores St. Brendan’s Music Extravaganza Tin Whistle Tips and more Shape Note Singing Workshop Cork Community Gamelan Concert Music Improvisation Basics and Beyond!

Lunchtime Concert Introduction to Music Theory Piano for Beginners.

Piano Accordion and Button Accordion Enthusiasts Guitar for beginners Music Technology for Beginners Songsmiths Unplugged Singers Circle Basic Stagecraft for Musicians Cork Songwriter Club Music at Midday Pop-up Klezmer Dave Burke - singer songwriter A Dance Concerto Workshop Heinrich Biber’s Mystery Sonata 'The Joyful Mysteries'

OPEN EVENT 21 49

Exhibition & Open Day Mayfield Learning Festival 2020

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‘Easter Themed’ 3 Km Fun Run / Walk Mural Walk Heritage Trail Girl Guides in Fitzgerald Park Family Fun Day Bug Hunt for All Library Pop-Up Space Open for Play on the Marina Walking Tour of UCC Art Collection

8 23 95

Walking Tour of UCC Guided Tour of Blarney Castle & Gardens Historical Walking Tour of St Finbarr’s Hospital

61 93

Cork Conversations : Learning City Forum Exploring Our Connections To Ireland's Natural World Exploring Our Connections To Ireland's Natural World

OUTDOOR EVENT

OUTDOORS

PANEL DISCUSSION

96

PAPERCRAFT 103

120

Easter card Demo and workshop

PARENTING 83 86

Positive Parenting Responses to Unhelpful Behaviours Parent First Aid Awareness Connecting through play

23

Hungry for Meaning' philosophy & food

20 10 11 8 9 9 54 71 16

Digital Photography Class Direct' Photography Exhibition Photographers Unite Our World in Black & White - Knocknaheeny Our World in Black & White Photography & Creative Writing Exhibition Seamus Murphy and Blackpool Introduction to Basic Photography Faces of Learning Exhibition

36 50 68 85

Piano for Beginners.

Piano for Beginners.

Piano for Beginners.

Piano for Beginners.

29 48 76 103

Pilates for Buff Bones Pilates for older adults Pilates for Buff Bones Pilates for older adults

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Adult Chess Connecting through play Video Game Club Board Game Bonanza!

Library Pop-Up Space Sunday - Funday Giant Connect Four Let's Play Together!

Let's Play Together!

Ladybird Guide meeting Brownie Guide Meeting Girl Guide meeting Children’s Fun Day: Mad Hatters Make and Do Girl Guides in Fitzgerald Park Giant Connect Four Library Pop-Up Space Family Play Open Day Open for Play on the Marina Play & Create Workshop Playful Portraits Tour Library Lego Club Playful City Storytime Library Lego Club - Junior Builders Library Lego Club Children’s Fun Day: Mad Hatters Make and Do Library Lego Club Library Lego Club Library Lego Club Library Lego Club Family Fun Day

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PHILOSOPHY

PHOTOGRAPHY

PIANO

PILATES

PLAY EVENT

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

POETRY

SCULPTURE

47 82

Paddy O'Brien As Time Goes By

57

Give your child the gift of your native language A bite of Polish culture

10

POLISH INTEREST

SDG'S

97

46

POLITICS 88 54 24

34 35 55

Palestine: My experience “Brexit: A Moral Panic?”

Why Donald Trump is still in office, postImpeachment Fake News Do we need Women’s Studies any more?

Awakening Nations: Responses to the Irish Struggle in Catalonia and Galicia

POLITICS/ CURRENT AFFAIRS/ WOMEN 50

Women religious and the peace process.'

22 38 25

Paperclay bowls demo with Jim Turner Introduction to Pottery Paperclay bowls demo with Jim Turner

82

Monoprint Workshop

89

Positive Psychology & Mindfulness

92 43

Toastmasters Developing Your Public Speaking and Communication Skills

POTTERY

PRINT

PSYCHOLOGY

PUBLIC SPEAKING

QUIZ 62

General knowledge Quiz

33 70

LifeFM Studio Tours How to Write a Radio Play

28

Rap & Beats workshop with GMC Beats

89

Scribes

37

An introduction to SMART Recovery

94 89

How do we connect in our relationships?

Finding True Love

55

Islam and Muslims: All your Questions Answered, (well, nearly)

RADIO RAP

READINGS

Exhibition of sculptures by Krzysiek Rosa inspired by The Joker’s dance

61 40

SERVE International Development and the Sustainable Development Goals #2020 Vision: Learning from the Past, Linking to the Future Cork Conversations : Learning City Forum How will we live in a sustainable world?

57

Talk on the Irish Security Industry

96 99

Shiatsu for Kids Shiatsu Basic Skills workshop

41

How to use your smartphone or tech device

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Singing for Beginners.

Preparing A Song For Performance Shape Note Singing Workshop Songsmiths Unplugged Singers Circle A celebration Cor na Laoi Choir Voices of Cork Choir - Information World as One Choir Sing Your Heart Out' Workshop Paddy O'Brien Voices of Cork Choir Story Song and Rhyme A salute to Ireland and the Eurovision Dave Burke - singer songwriter

31 92

Song Writing Workshop Cork Songwriter Club

55

Awakening Nations: Responses to the Irish Struggle in Catalonia and Galicia

28

SECURITY SHIATSU

SMARTPHONES SONG

SONGWRITING SPAIN

SPANISH

RECOVERY

RELATIONSHIPS RELIGION

58 73 40

Spanish Class Spanish Language Class A taste of Iberia

68

The Life and Adventures of Miguel de Cervantes, Creator of Don Quixote

SPANISH INTEREST SPORT 10 80 97

Cork’s Boxing Story Play Leader Workshop Irish Heart Foundation Walk Leader Training

SCIENCE

24 52 87

Basic Stagecraft for Musicians Basic Stagecraft for Musicians Basic Stagecraft for Musicians

SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

74

Cork 1920 in Numbers

24 33

Music Technology for Beginners Stem Research

SAXAPHONE 69

Saxophone for Beginners.

25

40th Anniversary Celebration of Terence MacSwiney

SCHOOLS EVENT

53

Microscope use for beginners

72

Learning Factory : Boston Scientific

64

Scrabble Club

SCRABBLE

STAGECRAFT

STATISTICS STEM

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CORK LEARNING CITY

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RB Digital Information Session Music Technology for Beginners Technology Workshop Music Technology for Beginners Stellarium Workshops Stellarium Workshops Learning Factory : Hydroelectric Power Station Tour Learning Factory : Automation 2020 Learning Factory : Automation 2020 Circular Economy & 3D Printing What’s a Laser Cutter and What Can I Do With It? Learning Factory : SR Technics Airfoil Services Learning Factory : Hydroelectric Power Station Tour Cork Learning Factory : Flex 3D Printing Information Session Engineering for Girls Engineering as a career Microscope use for beginners Beginner’s guide to the Raspberry PI “Explorers” Marine Science Lasercutter & 3D Printer

84

Letter Carving with Tom Little

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Stories - Old and New Stories to Life with Barbara O’Meara Stories to Life Happy Talk in the Library Happy Talk in the Library Story Song and Rhyme Stories to Life with Barbara O’Meara Story, Rhythm and Rhyme with Deirdre Ryan Playful City Storytime Away with Words with the Litwits Paddy O'Brien As Time Goes By

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Dealing with stress in our daily lives Caring for our Wellbeing How to Reduce and Manage your Stress Self-care for Wellbeing Dealing with Loss & Change Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Workshop

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Beginner's Tai Chi T'ai Chi Class Tai Chi Tai Chi Beginner's Tai Chi Intro to Tai Chi T'ai Chi Class T’ai Chi / Qigong Workshop Try out Tai Chi

54

Beginner’s guide to the Raspberry PI

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STONECARVING STORYTELLING

STRESS

T’AI CHI

TECHNOLOGY

122

55 41 65

Hapnin Podcast recording session How to use your smartphone or tech device Technology Workshop

47 64 51 68 81

Knitting Hour Crochet Circle Sashiko stitching and Indigenous Textiles Bag Making Knitting Workshop

41 42 71 76 82 102

Acting for Beginners Community Drama Ensemble!

Drop in Drama Workshop Community Drama Ensemble!

Drop in Drama Workshop Drama Workshop

39 72

Tin Whistle Tips and more Tin Whistle Tips and more

25

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Learning Factory : Hydroelectric Power Station Tour The Place of the Honan Chapel in Ireland’s Revolutionary Decade (1912-1922).

Learning Factory : SR Technics Airfoil Services Learning Factory : Hydroelectric Power Station Tour Cork Learning Factory : Flex Discover Cork’s Medieval Past Walking Tour of UCC Playful Portraits Tour Guided Tour of Blarney Castle & Gardens Meet the Artist - Crawford Supported Studio LifeFM Studio Tours Meet the Artists - Crawford Supported Studio Walking Tour of UCC Art Collection All Eyes on Us! Statio Bene / Safe Harbour Historical Walking Tour of St Finbarr’s Hospital Statio Bene / Safe Harbour Free Tour

74 88

Brittany - explore nort west france Palestine: My experience

67 83 7 22 53

Traveller Health Information Forum Cant Language Workshop Traveller Student Print Project Launch of Traveller Student Print Project Traveller Identity

69

Ukulele Workshop.

33 49

Coffee Morning One in a Million! Volunteering at Nano Nagle Place How to Volunteer in Cork Coffee Evening Volunteer with Cork City North Mature Women’s Action Group

TEXTILES

THEATRE

TIN WHISTLE TOUR 42 45 51

TRAVEL

TRAVELLER CULTURE

UKULELE

VOLUNTEERING

50 59 81

CORK LIFELONG LEARNING FESTIVAL SUNDAY 29TH MARCH – SUNDAY 5TH APRIL

Fèile Foghlama Chorcaì

22 28 32 45 79

Become a Volunteer Literacy Tutor SERVE International Development and the Sustainable Development Goals Become a Helpline Volunteer Become a Mentor for Women who Parent Alone Meet the Blarney Gardens Volunteers group

WOMENS AFFAIRS

52 35

Women religious and the peace process.'

Women’s Family History Become a Helpline Volunteer Become a Mentor for Women who Parent Alone ‘Integrating East Cork’ – Women sharing their experiences Volunteer with Cork City North Mature Women’s Action Group Mary Elmes - 'I got things done' No Longer Forgotten: Cork Women of the Revolution ‘Women in their Place' Do we need Women’s Studies any more?

16 27 28 40 14

Make your own Wooden Birdbox Wooden Spoon Carving Wood Finishes and Finishing Techniques A two step thread folding step stool Woodturning Demonstration and Lesson

70 93

How to Write a Radio Play Breaking Into Crime Writing!

59 83 74 66

Root & Release - Beginners Yoga Chair Yoga and Relaxation Root & Release 2.0 - Yoga Class Yoga for Beginners

25 70 17

WISE Facilitation Training How to Write a Radio Play Stories - Old and New

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WOOD

WRITING YOGA

YOUTH WORK

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