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 Written and directed by Fionnuala Kennedy |
To launch Belfast Inclusion Festival 2011 The Welcome Organisation presents: Hostel A warm, funny and thought-provoking play showing the human face of homelessness Brought to you by Belfast’s own Kabosh theatre company, ‘Hostel’ tells the story of Maria, a young woman getting a degree and who’s going places. Then she gets pregnant and - suddenly - she’s written off. Inclusion: moving beyond ‘us’ and ‘them’ Launching Belfast Inclusion Festival 2011 and as part of the Welcome Organisation’s agenda for driving change, the performance will be followed by an open discussion facilitated by Stephanie Mitchell, South Belfast Roundtable on Racism. If you would like to attend, please contact Tommy Shaw on 028 9024 0424 since places are limited. Tuesday 31st May 2011, 14.30 – 17.00 |
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Finaghy Library presents: Bedtime stories with Bookster Bear for children aged 7 years and under. Come along and hear about what your library can offer. Library staff will entertain children with storytelling but also showcase what they do on a regular basis. Parents and carers can find out about 'Bookstart', a free gifting scheme for babies and toddlers, enjoy a fun visit to the library, meet the staff informally and find out more about the inclusive and free service available to members. In particular, the event will demonstrate the pleasure to be gained from listening to stories and the value of introducing books into children's lives at an early age. Wednesday 1st June 2011, 18.00 - 19.00 |
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The Golden Thread Gallery, Greater Village Regeneration Trust (GRVT) and the Irish Congress of Trade Unions (ICTU) Migrant Support Unit present: Not Just for the Birds This exhibition uses history, visual art, stories and music to explore the cultural and industrial heritage of the Village and Sandy Row areas of Belfast. For more information contact Ruth or Deirdre tel: 028 9033 0920 Thursday 2nd June - Thursday 16th June 2011 |
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The Rainbow Project presents: Black sheep of the family? An exhibition of final year work by Linda Smyth Linda Smyth is an up-and-coming young queer artist who is including her final year exhibition as part of the Belfast Inclusion Festival 2011. Playing on the notion of 'black sheep of the family', she has explored what this might mean for those who identify as same sex attracted. Why not support our local queer artists by going along and taking a look for yourself? Friday 3rd June 19.00 (exhibition runs until Friday 10th June) |
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Belfast Islamic Centre presents: A women's celebration Discover the art and culture of the 45 nationalities represented by Belfast Islamic Centre at this women's event including: henna tatoos, scarf design and hairstyles, handmade table covers, Islamic books, Ramadan and Eid cards, a food fair and much more... Saturday 4th June 2011, 18.30 - 21.30 |
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The Markets Community Centre presents: Chinese Dragon Dancing An opportunity for primary school-aged students to learn how to make the Dragon Dance! Tuesday 7th June 15.00 - 16.00 |
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Barnardo's presents: Migrant awareness training day: can you see the changing face of Belfast? Do you know how to talk to your child about the community s/he is growing up in?
Please telephone 028 9066 8766 transport and a creche place if required. Wednesday 8th June 10.00 - 15.00 |
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The Inclusive Neighbourhood Project presents: One World, One Future, One Vision: Lord Mayor's Parade family art workshop On behalf of the Northern Ireland Community of Refugees and Asylum Seekers (NICRAS) and Corrymeela, the Inclusive Neighbourhood Project are hosting a fun, family workshop in order to make props and have a chance to meet others who will be taking part in the parade on 18th June. Saturday 11th June 2011, 14.00 - 17.00 |
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Cubanito Belfast presents: Second Fiesta del Verano It's time for the second Fiesta del Verano in Belfast. Enjoy dancing to Cuban and Latin music, a great atmosphere and new friends from all over the world. Saturday 11th June 2011, 22.00 onwards |
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The Belfast Trust Men's Health Group presents: It's no joke. Let's talk An interactive session as part of Men's Health Week featuring: health MOTs / cholesterol and blood pressure checks / health advice / complementary therapies / age progression and much more...
For more information about Men's Health Week (13th - 19th June) visit www.mhfi.org Tuesday 14th June 2011, 10.30 - 14.00 |
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Wheelworks and Divis Community Centre present: On board the Wheelworks ArtCart @ Divis Community Centre: a fun, creative workshop for young people aged 7 - 11 years This will be a drop-in digital music taster workshop on board the Wheelworks ArtCart where participants will learn how to make their own music tracks and ringtones using a wide range of sampled sounds. They will also learn how to use Apple Mac software and computers to make digital music with the help of a professional Wheelworks artist. Tuesday 14th June 2011, 14.45 - 16.15 |
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Whiterock Library presents: Story time and craft session All welcome but booking is essential. Tuesday 14th June 2011, 15.30 - 16.30 |
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Sandy Row Community Centre presents: A taste of India and China Featuring food tasting and traditional dances from India and China. Wednesday 15th June 13.30 - 15.30 |
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GEMS NI presents: Open day and launch of 'Inclusion Wall' Over recent weeks, a wall hanging has been created by Gems clients to reflect their diverse nature. This event marks the launch of this piece together with an Open Day, showcasing the work that goes on within GEMS NI and the services they offer. Wednesday 15th June 2011, 14.00 - 16.00 |
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The Northern Ireland Community of Asylum Seekers and Refugees (NICRAS) presents: Launch of Refugee Week This event will hear from guest speakers: Alex Maskey (MLA), Justin Kouame (NICRAS), Liz Griffiths (Law Centre NI), Malcolm Franklin (QUB/NICRAS), Denise Wright (South Belfast Roundtable), Neil McKittrick (British Red Cross) and members of NICRAS. For more information please contact Brendan tel: 028 9024 6699 email: nicras@hotmail.co.uk Thursday 16th June 2011, 13.00 - 15.00 |
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The Inclusive Neighbourhood Project presents: A book club For Belfast Book Festival and as part of a series of events to celebrate Refugee Week, this book club will explore themes around the terms 'refugee' and 'integration' and how three very different authors share experiences and perspectives. You are invited to read any of the following books:
Join us at this FREE event for light nibbles and a chat about what we thought about these books and how they may have impacted our perceptions or may have made us laugh or cry…. (or both!). To register your place for catering purposes or for more information please contact Ann Marie White tel: 028 9050 8080 or email: amwhite@corrymeela.org Thursday 16th June 2011, 19.00 - 21.00 |
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Site graphics/construction: Paddy Campbell/Colin Mitchell
Site graphics/construction: Paddy Campbell/Colin Mitchell