Arts

Join us for a screening of the Movie ‘Resilience’, directed by James Redford, as we delve into how Adverse Childhood Experiences (or ACEs) can be linked to destructive behavior and medical diseases. The film will be followed by a panel discussion.   RESILIENCE: THE BIOLOGY OF STRESS & THE SCIENCE OF HOPE chronicles the birth of a new movement among pediatricians, therapists, educators and communities, who are using cutting-edge brain science to disrupt cycles of violence, addiction and disease.   The original research was controversial, but the findings revealed the most important public health findings of a generation. “The child may not remember, but the body remembers.”  

In this workshop, we’ll discuss strategies you can adopt to wow new audiences when they first visit your venue. In this workshop, we’ll discuss strategies you can adopt to wow new audiences when they first visit your venue. We’ll chat about the welcome they receive from your staff, accessibility, signage, and lots of added extras you can think about to make every step they take throughout your space special.

Learn about the DIY and digital tools available to publicise your music

FREE Belfast Creative Summer Schemes for 12-16 year olds. The camps run over four days, from 9.30am-4pm each day and are completely FREE for any young person living in Belfast between 12 and 16 years old.

From Mayo to Belfast - Harper Hugh Higgins's story with Laoise Kelly

Calling all Trustees and Arts Board Members (or those considering joining a Board)! Learn about all things Arts Board Membership and network with others at East Belfast Network Centre on 6th September 2-5pm.

Join us on Thursday 10 November (9.00am - 1.00pm, including lunch). This is a great opportunity for fundraisers in Northern Ireland to connect and learn from peers across the local sector, with facilitated group discussion on the fundraising challenges and opportunities facing us all. The morning will centre around how we best use the capacity at our disposal, how we're employing digital solutions to support our work and how we collaborate and support across the sector. Register by Friday 4th November.

Roísín and Chris are launching a new Futures programme in Belfast. This group is open to young people aged 16-24 in the Belfast area. This is an inclusive LGBTQ+ project. The six month programme focuses on; personal development, communication, wellness, team work skills and leadership. You will receive £8 per day you attend, travel costs and child care assistance.

Relive the legacy of Game of Thrones on this interactive Glass of Thrones walking tour along the Maritime Mile!

Relive the legacy of Game of Thrones on this interactive Glass of Thrones walking tour!

This event explores how community development approaches are being used to tackle issues of inequality, poverty and promote social justice. This event will appeal to professionals across the fields of social work, health, education, community and youth work.

Bring your little ghosts, monsters, goblins and more… to enjoy everything spooky that’s in store! Little vampires set to drive you batty during the Halloween holidays? Prepare to say boo to the HMS Caroline crew as they welcome you onboard for a Halloween Trail and specially themed drop-in arts and crafts sessions.

Harps Alive Festival Launch at the Linen Hall Library

Harps Alive Gala finale concert - A tribute to the Belfast Harp Orchestra

Harps are Fun!: Children's harp workshop with harper, Sharon Carroll