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Galway City

created 15/06/2017

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Showing 39 Galway – City Events (added before 8th June) OUTDOORS AND ACTIVE, WORKSHOP

Secret World of Small Mammals Discover the secret world of small mammals and learn how to become a mammal detective with Ruth Hanniffy from The Vincent Wildlife Trust. Venue: Merlin Park Woods Doughiska Entrance Organiser: Friends of Merlin Woods Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0852484380

Date Start Time End Time Sat 19th 10:00 12:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Car Parking Available) (Free)

TOUR, EXHIBITION

Visit to Zoology Museum Kids of all ages will have an up-close & personal opportunity to meet & learn about a variety of reptiles & invertebrates as well as visit Galway's 'Dead Zoo' at the Zoology Museum NUIG. Venue: Quad Archway, NUI, Galway Organiser: Dúchas na Gaillimhe - Galway Civic Trust Email: [email protected] Telephone: 091-564946

Date Start Time End Time Sat 19th 11:00 12:30 Sat 19th 12:30 14:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

OUTDOORS AND ACTIVE

Beach Safari A fun & educational Beach Safari with Galway Atlataquaria which seeks to educate kids of all ages about the diversity of sea-life on the seashore and where to find it. Venue: Grattan Beach, Salthill - Lifeguard Hut Organiser: Dúchas na Gaillimhe - Galway Civic Trust Email: [email protected] Telephone: 091-564946 Website: galwaycivictrust.ie

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Date Start Time End Time Sat 19th 12:00 13:30 (Suitable for Children under 12) (No Car Parking Available) (Free)

WORKSHOP, OPEN HISTORIC PROPERTY OR HERITAGE SITE

Claddagh Rope Walk Community Event A celebration of Claddagh Life which includes visual, sensory & narrated workshops/presentations; rope walk & story-telling session; a traditional Irish music performance. Option for tea & scones. Venue: Katie's Claddagh Cottage, Upper Fairhill, Claddagh, Galway Organiser: Dúchas na Gaillimhe - Galway Civic Trust Email: [email protected] Telephone: 091- 564946 / 091-526917 Website: galwaycivictrust.ie

Date Start Time End Time Sat 19th 15:00 17:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

OUTDOORS AND ACTIVE, WORKSHOP

Natures Mandala Come join us for a day of mindfulness as we create a community Mandala inspired by the foliage & flowers in the woods. Enjoy relaxing in the peaceful surroundings creating beautiful woodland art. Venue: Merlin Park Woods Organiser: Friends of Merlin Woods Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0852484380

Date Start Time End Time Sun 20th 11:00 16:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (Car Parking Available) (Free)

PERFORMANCE OR REENACTMENT

Traditional Music and Dance A session of traditional song and dance by local performers on the historic streets of Galway. Venue: Streets of Galway Organiser: Dúchas na Gaillimhe, Galway Civic Trust Email: [email protected] Telephone: 091-564946 Website:

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galwaycivictrust.ie

Date Start Time End Time Sun 20th 18:00 19:30 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Free)

WORKSHOP, EXHIBITION

Crochet Lace by the Corrib Inspired by the shapes and colours of nature, drop in and see the demo or craft or view the exhibition. NUI Knit and Crochet Group and Headford Lace Project will attend. Venue: NUI Galway, Institute for Lifecourse and Society (ILAS), Upper Newcastle Road, Galway Organiser: Galway Crochet Craft Email: [email protected] Telephone: 087 7548741

Date Start Time End Time Mon 21st 10:00 16:00 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (Car Parking Available) (Free)

OUTDOORS AND ACTIVE, TOUR

Historic Graves Tours The project is the 5th in a series of graveyard surveys which aim to make heritage information including genealogical records available and which will engage with the public in popularising heritage. Venue: Bohermore Cemetery Organiser: Historic Graves Tours Galway City Council Heritage Office Email: [email protected] Telephone: 091 536 599 Website: galwaycity.ie/

Date Start Time End Time Mon 21st 10:30 00:00 Tue 22nd 10:30 00:00 Wed 23rd 10:30 00:00 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

OUTDOORS AND ACTIVE, TOUR

Guided Walk of Galway's Waterways

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This guided walk of Galway’s Waterways with Michael Quinn brings together the varied social, industrial and ecclesiastical heritages of the River Corrib and its associated waterways. Venue: Spanish Arch, Galway Organiser: Dúchas na Gaillimhe - Galway Civic Trust Email: [email protected] Telephone: 091-564946 Website: galwaycivictrust.ie

Date Start Time End Time Mon 21st 14:00 15:30 Wed 23rd 14:00 15:30 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

TALK

Historic Galway Public Houses Talk Join local historian and writer, Tom Kenny as he provides an illustrated talk on Galway's famous hostelries from present day and yesteryear. Venue: Freeney's Bar High Street, Galway Organiser: Dúchas na Gaillimhe - Galway Civic Trust Email: [email protected] Telephone: 091-564946 Website: galwaycivictrust.ie

Date Start Time End Time Mon 21st 20:00 21:30 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

OUTDOORS AND ACTIVE, OPEN HISTORIC PROPERTY OR HERITAGE SITE

Batwalk with Galway Bat Group Join us for a walk exploring the foraging and roosting habitats of the bat species which use the woodland. A chance to hear the sounds and perhaps catch a glimpse as they fly by foraging for insects. Venue: Merlin Park Woods Organiser: Friends of Merlin Woods Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0852484380

Date Start Time End Time Mon 21st 21:00 23:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Car Parking Available) (Free)

TOUR, EXHIBITION

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Tour of Renmore Barracks Museum A guided tour of the Garrison Church & Military Museum dedicated to the memories of men & women who served with the Connacht Rangers & various peace-keeping missions around the world. Venue: Garrison Church, Renmore Organiser: Dúchas na Gaillimhe, Galway Civic Trust Email: [email protected] Telephone: 091-564946 Website: galwaycivictrust.ie

Date Start Time End Time Tue 22nd 10:30 12:00 Tue 22nd 14:00 03:30 Wed 23rd 10:30 12:00 Wed 23rd 14:00 15:30 Thu 24th 14:00 15:30 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

EXHIBITION

Westside Story: A Community History A collection of photographs, maps and artifacts which detail the development of the community and the surrounding area. Venue: Westside Public Library Organiser: Westside Public Library Email: [email protected] Telephone: 091 520616

Date Start Time End Time Tue 22nd 11:00 17:00 Fri 25th 11:00 17:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (Car Parking Available) (Free)

OUTDOORS AND ACTIVE, TOUR

Merlin's Butterflies Explore the many species of Merlin Woods Butterflies with Colin Stanley of Friends of Merlin Woods, explore the habitats that they reside in and the plants they rely on for survival. Venue: Merlin Park Woods, Doughiska entrance Organiser: Friends of Merlin Woods Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0852484380

Date Start Time End Time Tue 22nd 13:00 14:30

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(Suitable for Children under 12) (Car Parking Available) (Free)

OUTDOORS AND ACTIVE, TOUR

Circle of Life Garden Talk Join Denis & Martina Goggin on a guided walk around the fascinating Circle of Life national organ donor commemorative garden. Venue: Circle of Life Garden, Salthill Organiser: Dúchas na Gaillimhe, Galway Civic Trust Email: [email protected] Telephone: 091-564946 Website: galwaycivictrust.ie

Date Start Time End Time Tue 22nd 14:00 15:00 Sat 26th 13:00 14:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (No Car Parking Available) (Free)

OUTDOORS AND ACTIVE, TOUR

Medieval Galway Walking Tour Join Michael Quinn on a leisurely walk and entertaining introduction to the medieval history of Galway City. Venue: Hall of the Red Earl, Druid Lane Organiser: Dúchas na Gaillimhe - Galway Civic Trust Email: [email protected] Telephone: 091-564946 Website: galwaycivictrust.ie

Date Start Time End Time Tue 22nd 14:00 15:30 Thu 24th 14:00 15:30 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

TALK

Connacht Rangers Window Talk Join Joe Loughnane to discover more about the stained glass memorial window dedicated to the The Connaught Rangers - an Irish line infantry regiment of the British Army, known as 'The Devil's Own'. Venue: Salmon Weir Bridge Door, Galway Cathedral Organiser: Dúchas na Gaillimhe - Galway Civic Trust Email: [email protected] Telephone: 091-564946 Website: galwaycivictrust.ie

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Date Start Time End Time Tue 22nd 15:00 16:00 Wed 23rd 15:00 16:00 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

TALK

Prof William King’s Life in Galway ‘The lesser-known side to Professor William King’s life in Galway’, a joint presentation by Kate McAney (The Vincent Wildlife Trust) and Joe McGinley. Venue: Flannery's Hotel, Dublin Road, Galway Organiser: Dúchas na Gaillimhe - Galway Civic Trust Email: [email protected] Telephone: 091-564946 Website: galwaycivictrust.ie

Date Start Time End Time Tue 22nd 20:00 21:30 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (Car Parking Available) (Free)

OUTDOORS AND ACTIVE, TOUR

Waterways Walk This guided walk of Galway’s Waterways with Michael Quinn brings together the varied social, industrial and ecclesiastical heritages of the River Corrib and its associated waterways. Venue: Spanish Arch Organiser: Dúchas na Gaillimhe, Galway Civic Trust Email: [email protected] Telephone: 091-564946 Website: galwaycivictrust.ie

Date Start Time End Time Wed 23rd 14:00 15:30 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

TALK, EXHIBITION

Butterflies of Galway The aim of the Butterfly Project is to disseminate knowledge about the butterflies which occur in Galway and to reinforce the heritage message on the importance of butterflies and their habitats.

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Venue: Augustine Street Library Organiser: Galway City Council Heritage Project Email: [email protected] Telephone: 091 536599 Website: galwaycity.ie/

Date Start Time End Time Wed 23rd 14:30 16:00 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (No Car Parking Available) (Free)

OUTDOORS AND ACTIVE, TALK

An Evening with Dr Jim Higgins Join us at the nest area for an evening of discussion with Dr Jim Higgins Heritage Officer as we explore his love for history and heritage, and past work in Merlin Woods, Venue: Merlin Park Woods Organiser: Friends of Merlin Woods Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0852484380

Date Start Time End Time Wed 23rd 19:00 20:30 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (Car Parking Available) (Free)

TALK

Galway Waterway Illustrated Talk Join Phil James for a talk on the importance of Galway's Waterway networks with a special focus on industrial heritage. Venue: Galway Boat Club, Riverside, Galway Organiser: Dúchas na Gaillimhe - Galway Civic Trust Email: [email protected] Telephone: 091-564946 Website: galwaycivictrust.ie

Date Start Time End Time Wed 23rd 20:00 21:30 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

TALK, EXHIBITION

Butterflies of Galway The aim of the Butterfly Project is to disseminate knowledge about the butterflies which occur in Galway and to reinforce the heritage message on the importance of butterflies and their habitats.

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Venue: Westside Library Galway Organiser: Galway City Council Heritage Project Email: [email protected] Telephone: 091 536 599 Website: galwaycity.ie/

Date Start Time End Time Thu 24th 14:30 16:00 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (Car Parking Available) (Free)

TALK, EXHIBITION

Heritage & Butterflies Discover the wonderful world of our native butterfly species. Venue: Westside Public Library, Seamus Quirke Road, Galway City Organiser: Westside Public Library Email: [email protected] Telephone: 091520616

Date Start Time End Time Thu 24th 14:30 17:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (Car Parking Available) (Free)

PERFORMANCE OR REENACTMENT

Retro Gaming Event Join Brendan Smith of the National Computing & Communications Museum of Ireland for this novel retro gaming event with all the favourite video games from yesteryear. Venue: Computing & Communications Museum of Ireland, DERI, NUI, Galway Organiser: Dúchas na Gaillimhe - Galway Civic Trust Email: [email protected] Telephone: 091-564946 Website: galwaycivictrust.ie

Date Start Time End Time Thu 24th 16:00 18:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

PERFORMANCE OR REENACTMENT, TALK

Whittled Away by Padraic Fogarty Padraic Fogarty of the Irish Wildlife Trust will read from his recent released book

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Whittled Away: Irelands Vanishing Nature charting the environmental failures and possibilities for the future. Venue: Cumasú Centre, Doughiska Rd (Good Shepherd Parish) Organiser: Friends of Merlin Woods Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0852484380

Date Start Time End Time Thu 24th 20:00 21:30 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (Car Parking Available) (Free)

OUTDOORS AND ACTIVE, TOUR

Historic Graves Recording The project is the 5th in a series of graveyard surveys which aim to make heritage information including genealogical records available and which will engage with the public in popularising heritage. Venue: Forthill Cemetery, Lough Atalia Rd Organiser: Galway City Council Heritage Office Email: [email protected] Telephone: 091 536 599 Website: galwaycity.ie/

Date Start Time End Time Fri 25th 10:00 04:00 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

PERFORMANCE OR REENACTMENT

Trad at the Hall of the Red Earl A performance of traditional Irish music in the historic surrounds of the medieval Hall of the Red Earl Venue: Hall of the Red Earl, Druid Lane, Galway Organiser: Dúchas na Gaillimhe - Galway Civic Trust Email: [email protected] Telephone: 091-564946 Website: galwaycivictrust.ie

Date Start Time End Time Fri 25th 13:00 14:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Free)

OUTDOORS AND ACTIVE, TOUR

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Walking Tour of Historic Claddagh Brian McDonagh's family are steeped in the fishing heritage of the Claddagh Village. Join Brian for an informative walk through this historic area and learn about its inextricable links with the sea. Venue: Spanish Arch Organiser: Dúchas na Gaillimhe - Galway Civic Trust Email: [email protected] Telephone: 091-564946 Website: galwaycivictrust.ie

Date Start Time End Time Fri 25th 14:00 15:30 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

TALK, EXHIBITION

Butterflies of Galway The aim of the Butterfly Project is to disseminate knowledge about the butterflies which occur in Galway and to reinforce the heritage message on the importance of butterflies and their habitats. Venue: Ballybane Library Organiser: Galway city Council Heritage Project Email: [email protected] Telephone: 091 536 599 Website: galwaycity.ie/

Date Start Time End Time Fri 25th 14:30 04:00 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (Car Parking Available) (Free)

PERFORMANCE OR REENACTMENT

Blacksmithing Demonstration Join the men of the Cumann na bhFear (Men's Shed) for a fascinating demonstration on the ancient art of blacksmithing Venue: Cumann na bhFear (Men's Shed) Unit 1b Sandy Road, Organiser: Dúchas na Gaillimhe - Galway Civic Trust Email: [email protected] Telephone: 091-564946 Website: galwaycivictrust.ie

Date Start Time End Time Fri 25th 18:00 20:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (Car Parking Available) (Free)

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TOUR

Visit to Geology Museum Often called 'Galway's Hidden Museum', the James Mitchell Museum was established in 1852. Its collections of rocks, minerals and fossils serve as fascinating educational resource. Venue: Quad Archway, NUI, Galway Organiser: Dúchas na Gaillimhe - Galway Civic Trust Email: [email protected] Telephone: 091-564946 Website: galwaycivictrust.ie

Date Start Time End Time Sat 26th 11:00 12:30 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

OUTDOORS AND ACTIVE, TALK

Coppicing and Stonewalls A Demonstration on stonewall building with Fergus Packman and Woodland Coppicing by Debbie Reilly Venue: Merlin Park Woods, Doughiska entrance Organiser: Friends of Merlin Woods Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0852484380

Date Start Time End Time Sat 26th 11:00 13:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (Car Parking Available) (Free)

OUTDOORS AND ACTIVE

Community Garden Harvest Festival Join the folk of Ballinfoile Community Garden for a harvest feast and celebration of the end of the growing season. Venue: Ballinfoile Mór Community Organic Garden Organiser: Dúchas na Gaillimhe - Galway Civic Trust Email: [email protected] Telephone: 091-564946 Website: galwaycivictrust.ie

Date Start Time End Time Sat 26th 11:30 13:30 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (Car Parking Available) (Free)

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OUTDOORS AND ACTIVE, TOUR

Terryland Forest Walk Join Brendan Smith for a guided walk through the flora and fauna of the park that is 'Galway Lungs'. Venue: Terryland Forest Park Organiser: Dúchas na Gaillimhe, Galway Civic Trust Email: [email protected] Telephone: 091-564946 Website: galwaycivictrust.ie

Date Start Time End Time Sun 27th 09:30 11:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (No Car Parking Available) (Free)

OUTDOORS AND ACTIVE, TOUR

Galway in Stone: A Guided Walk This walk will highlight the use of shaped natural stone in the buildings of Galway and participants will visit different sites where a wide range of local and imported building stone can be seen. Venue: Quad Archway, NUI, Galway Organiser: Dúchas na Gaillimhe - Galway Civic Trust Email: [email protected] Telephone: 091-564946 Website: galwaycivictrust.ie

Date Start Time End Time Sun 27th 10:30 12:00 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

OUTDOORS AND ACTIVE, FESTIVAL

Monivea Fair Monivea Fair is a fun family day including, funfair, kiddies events, threshing, vintage poultry, rare birds, butter making, wood turning, sheep show, superdraw & dog show. Visit Ffrenches Mausoleum. Venue: Monivea Village Organiser: Monivea Fair Committee Email: [email protected] Telephone: 091849152 Website: moniveafair.weebly.com/

Date Start Time End Time Sun 27th 11:00 18:30

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(Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (Car Parking Available) (Free)

OUTDOORS AND ACTIVE, WORKSHOP

Nature Through the Lens Photography walk led by Noel Barbour of Friends of Merlin Woods. Bring your cameras along to explore the natural wildlife, gain tips and techniques for taking wildlife photography. Venue: Merlin Park Woods Organiser: Friends of Merlin Woods/Galway Civic Trust Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0852484380/ 091 564946 Website: galwaycivictrust.ie/

Date Start Time End Time Sun 27th 12:00 14:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Car Parking Available) (Free)

OUTDOORS AND ACTIVE, TOUR

Galway City Heritage Cycle Join Galway City Cycle Tours for an entertaining, easy and informative guided cycle of some of the hidden gems of Galway's Heritage. Venue: Famine Memorial, Grattan Road, Salthill Organiser: Dúchas na Gaillimhe - Galway Civic Trust Email: [email protected] Telephone: 091-564946 Website: galwaycivictrust.ie

Date Start Time End Time Sun 27th 15:00 16:30 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (No Car Parking Available) (Free)

Showing 3 Galway – City Events Added after 8th June OUTDOORS AND ACTIVE, TOUR

Galway City River Walk A walking tour of the River Corrib which will take in the history and the culture of the city focusing on the importance of the river to the city, the fastest flowing river through any European city.

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Venue: Spanish Arch Organiser: Brendan J. Hynes Admission: Adult: €5, Child: €3, Family: €12 Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0877953785 Website: irish-journeys.com

Date Start Time End Time Sat 19th 14:00 15:30

(Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required)

OUTDOORS AND ACTIVE, TALK

Galway City Canal Walk A walking tour of the Canals of Galway taking in the history and the culture of the city by focusing on the importance of the canals to the city.

Venue: Spanish Arch Organiser: Brendan J. Hynes Admission: Adult: €5, Child: €3, Family: €12 Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0877953785 Website: irish-journeys.com

Date Start Time End Time Sat 19th 16:30 18:00

(Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required)

OUTDOORS AND ACTIVE, TALK

Exploring Galway's Native Flora An easy 2km walk along the canal and riverside, led by a botanist. You will learn how to use a hand-lens, use books to identify plants and hopefully learn to recognise and name some common plants

Venue: Galway Cathedral main entrance Organiser: Botanical Society of Britain and Ireland Telephone: 00 353 87 2578763 Website: bsbi/ireland

Date Start Time End Time

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Sat 26th 12:00 14:00

(Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

Showing 7 Galway – City Events Added Since 6th July EXHIBITION

Découpage Demonstration Learn to up cycle and recycle and create vintage products through the traditional skill of decoupage which involves the use of paper, glue, varnish and paint techniques to create new looks.

Venue: Hall of the Red Earl, Druid Lane Organiser: Galway Civic Trust - Dúchas na Gaillimhe Email: [email protected] Telephone: 091 564946

Date Start Time End Time Mon 21st 12:00 14:00

(Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

WORKSHOP, TALK

Wild Bee Presentation Green Sod Ireland's, Jeanne Sampier will deliver a "Wild Bee Presentation". Includes an introduction to wild bees, pollination and their conservation. All ages welcome.

Venue: Ardilaun Hotel, Taylors Hill Organiser: Jeanne Sampier / Green Sod Ireland Email: [email protected] Telephone: 087-6324004 Website: greensodireland.ie

Date Start Time End Time

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Mon 21st 19:30 21:30

(Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (Car Parking Available) (Free)

EXHIBITION

Bobbin - Lace Making The Headford Lace Project was established in 2016 to research the history of Headford Lace, re-introduce bobbin lace-making to the region and bring its story to life for a new generation.

Venue: Hall of the Red Earl, Druid Lane Organiser: Galway Civic Trust - Dúchas na Gaillimhe Email: [email protected] Telephone: 091-564946

Date Start Time End Time Tue 22nd 12:00 14:00

(Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

EXHIBITION

Celtic Jewellery Making Emma Allen of Treats and Trinkets has been making jewellery for almost 15 years. Specialising in bridal accessories Emma also creates a lot of Celtic designs such as crowns and arm cuffs.

Venue: Hall of the Red Earl, Druid Lane Organiser: Galway Civic Trust - Dúchas na Gaillimhe Email: [email protected] Telephone: 091-564946

Date Start Time End Time Wed 23rd 12:00 14:00

(Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

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WORKSHOP, TALK

Wild Bee Presentation Green Sod Ireland's, Jeanne Sampier, will deliver a “Wild Bee Presentation”. Includes introduction to wild bees, pollination and their conservation. All ages welcome.

Venue: Shantalla Community Centre Organiser: Jeanne Sampier / Green Sod Ireland Email: [email protected] Telephone: 087-6324004 Website: greensodireland.ie

Date Start Time End Time Wed 23rd 19:30 21:30

(Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Free)

WORKSHOP, EXHIBITION

Patchwork Demonstration Demonstration of patchwork, appliqué and quilting by members of the Western Branch of the Irish Patchwork Society and an Exhibition of some samples of members work.

Venue: Hall of the Red Earl, Druid Lane Organiser: Galway Civic Trust - Dúchas na Gaillimhe Email: [email protected] Telephone: 091 564946

Date Start Time End Time Thu 24th 12:00 14:00

(Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

WORKSHOP, TALK

Wild Bee Presentation Green Sod Ireland's, Jeanne Sampier, will deliver a “Wild Bee Presentation”. Includes an introduction to wild bees, pollination and their conservation. All ages welcome.

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Venue: Woodquay Rowing Club Organiser: Jeanne Sampier / Green Sod Ireland Email: [email protected] Telephone: 087-6324004 Website: greensodireland.ie

Date Start Time End Time Fri 25th 19:30 21:30

(Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Free)