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MAYOR’S MESSAGE

BOROUGH LIFE // APRIL 2018

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Welcome to the April issue of Borough Life, our residents’ magazine that keeps you updated on everything the Council offers across the Borough.

MARK ALLEN CELEBRATION WHEELIE ACTIVE GYMNASTIC FANTASTIC TEMPT YOUR TASTEBUDS

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They say time flies when you are enjoying yourself and my year has certainly gone very fast as I have enjoyed being out across the Borough meeting so many wonderful people and fantastic groups.

AQUA SPLASH MORE FOR TEENS GET GOLFING

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CHANGING PLACES JAM CARD

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INCLUSIVE PLAY DISABILITY SPORTS HUB NOT ALL DISABILITIES ARE VISIBLE

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SUMMER PROGRAMME

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PARK LIFE ON PATROL WITH OUR WARDENS

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BLOOMING BRILLIANT LOVE YOUR GARDEN

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LOVE FOOD, HATE WASTE

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PLASTIC FANTASTIC HOW ARE WE DOING BAG YOURSELF SOME COMPOST

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LOOKING FOR A JOB? SUCCESS WITH GO FOR IT

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MICHELIN DEVELOPMENT FUND GROW YOUR BUSINESS DO BUSINESS WITH US OPTIMAL HELP

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A ROYAL OCCASION SPINNING YARNS

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THEATRE SUMMER WORKSHOPS

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ATLANTIC CHALLENGE WATER SAFETY

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I also had the honour of playing a game of snooker with Mark Allen at a recent celebration event in the Antrim Forum. I like to think that it was my opening break and indeed only shot, which assisted Mark in reaching a break of 147!

See page 4 for more details.

This summer we have the Allianz Garden Show Ireland returning to Antrim Castle Gardens, which is a superb day out for all the family to enjoy. We also have plenty of summer activities and programmes planned including Ballyclare May Fair, summer schemes and of course a special screening of the Royal Wedding. For a full list of our summer events, see pages 8-15.

May I take this opportunity to say a most sincere thank you for all the encouragement and support I have received as Mayor. It has been my great honour to be the First Citizen of such a fantastic Borough, populated by so many lovely people.

Councillor Paul Hamill Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey

The magazine is available in alternative formats, please contact us for more information.

QUEEN'S AWARD FOR VOLUNTARY SERVICE

The magazine is delivered to postal areas BT29, BT36, BT37, BT39, BT41 and our residents in BT38.

If it is not delivered to any of your neighbours living in these areas, please let us know.

SPIRIT OF VOLUNTEERING AWARDS 2018

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Just last month I had the privilege of hosting a celebration evening for the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service with special guest Sir Martyn Lewis CBE. Without the dedication and commitment of volunteers, many local groups, sports clubs, church groups and societies simply would not exist. Two of the local voluntary groups that were awarded a Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service was Antrim Youth Counselling Service and TIDAL in Toome. Details of these groups can be found on page 24.

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MARK ALLEN CELEBRATION EVENT The atmosphere was on cue at Antrim Forum for the Mark Allen Celebration Event as around 500 fans gathered to welcome the local 2018 Masters Snooker Champion.

The snooker superstar was on form when he shot a spectacular 147 break to the cheers of his home crowd during his frame against Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, Councillor Paul Hamill. The event was hosted by BBC’s Stephen Watson and as well as the many Mark Allen fans, guests included friends, family and local snooker club members.

The Mayor commented, “Mark is the first Northern Irishman to win one of snooker's three major titles since Dennis Taylor's Masters victory in 1987. It is my honour to congratulate him on not just this amazing achievement but as an ambassador for his home town of Antrim.”

WHEELIE ACTIVE If you have a disability and would like to get active, we have a range of fitness classes running in a number of our Council facilities. Classes include wheelchair netball, wheelie active, wheelchair hurling and much more!

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GYMNASTIC FANTASTIC Congratulations to Maria Buick, the Council’s Lead Gymnastics Coach, who recently won the Services to Gymnastics Award at the British Gymnastics 2018 Awards.

This award recognises Maria’s commitment and enthusiasm to the development of gymnastics at all levels over many years and the priceless contribution she has made to gymnastics within Northern Ireland.

CAN WE TEMPT YOUR TASTEBUDS? If you are at any of our Council facilities, why not pop in for lunch or a cup of coffee and a sweet treat?

We offer a wide and varied range of places to eat, drink and enjoy with friends or family.

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Check out our new webpage for a list of tasty options.

Visit antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/eatintheborough

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AQUA SPLASH Swimming is a great way to exercise as well as the perfect excuse for some fun, family time! Here are some details of our leisure swims…

Head down to Antrim Forum for a leisurely swim every Saturday 11.30am5.30pm and Sunday 9.30am-5.30pm.

Whether it’s a relaxing paddle down the lazy river or a thrill-seeking venture down the slippery slide, Sixmile Leisure Centre has something for everyone on Saturdays and Sundays from 1pm to 4pm.

The aqua slide at the Valley Leisure Centre will soon reopen following refurbishment works and will open as part of a leisure swim on Fridays 6-8pm, Saturdays 1-4pm and Sundays 1-4pm.

Coming Soon! To make sure you have a splash of a time, Antrim Forum and Valley Leisure Centre will soon have inflatable assault courses which will be open during the leisure swim sessions above. Make sure you follow us on Facebook and Twitter @ANBorough for updates!

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Please note, we recommend you telephone the leisure centre prior to your visit. See page 31 for contact details. For more information on swimming visit antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/leisure

MORE FOR TEENS

GET GOLFING

We have recently lowered the minimum age of our fitness suites from 16 to 14, helping teenagers in our Borough to get more active, more often.

Golfing season is well and truly upon us and to celebrate we are offering a new golf membership for just £30 per month!

Our fitness suites and classes are available at Antrim Forum, Ballyearl, Crumlin, Sixmile and the Valley.

For just £1 a day, you will be entitled to unlimited balls at both Allen Park and Ballyearl driving ranges as well as 12 uses of the Golf Simulator at Allen Park per month.

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For more information or to take out a membership contact Allen Park T. 028 9442 9001 or Ballyearl T. 028 9084 8287

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MAKING THINGS EASIER It is very important to us that all our residents can enjoy our facilities and services. To help make this happen we are making improvements to our facilities and events to support those with additional needs. We are very encouraged by the feedback we have had to date on this work and are excited to share the progress.

Our first fully inclusive event was at the Enchanted Winter Gardens at Antrim Castle Gardens in December. This event was a huge success and adjustments like the sensory and quiet rooms were popular on the night. Mary Connor from Sensory Kids NI was on hand to offer some great advice and provide useful contacts to parents. This was a pilot event and we are planning ahead for future events.

AUTISM FRIENDLY We want to become an 'Autism Friendly' council.

With training for our staff to better support and understand colleagues and customers who have autism, and making some adjustments to our services and facilities, we hope to make our facilities more autism friendly and welcoming for all.

CHANGING PLACES Heading out for a day or even a few hours can be a real challenge for some families. To improve our provision of accessible facilities we are adding two new 'Changing Places' facilities in our Borough.

A 'Changing Places' facility is a specially designed changing bathroom, which includes a height adjustable changing bench with hoist. These new facilities will be located in Antrim Forum and the Valley Leisure Centre.

We have one already at Antrim Castle Gardens.

JAM CARD It’s not always easy for everyone to express themselves and for those with a learning difficulty, a brain injury or speech impediment, it can sometimes feel awkward in public trying to make yourself understood.

We hope the JAM card will help, by letting others know they need 'Just a Minute' discreetly and easily.

The JAM Card allows this to happen in a simple, effective nonverbal manner so those with a communication barrier feel more at ease in expressing themselves.

We will be rolling this initiative out in our facilities soon.

Watch this short video to learn more; antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/JAM

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If you want to learn more on these initiatives or would like to make any comments or suggestions T. 028 9446 3113 or E. ellen.boyd@antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk

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INCLUSIVE PLAY

DISABILITY SPORTS HUBS

A number of parents of children with disabilities from the NI Parents for Change group contacted us about the provision of accessible play equipment throughout our Borough.

Adults and children from local groups and schools as well as local sporting champion, Michael McKillop, recently gathered at Antrim Forum for the official launch of our Disability Sports Hubs. Through nearly ÂŁ50,000 of investment from Disability Sport Northern Ireland, the Council has received a range of exciting new sports equipment for individuals and groups to use at the main hub at Antrim Forum as well as the two satellite hubs at Allen Park and the Valley Leisure Centre.

In support of these requests, we have installed the first wheelchair accessible swing in our Borough at V36, Newtownabbey.

To help protect this new facility, the seat of the swing is secured via a RADAR key. Keys are available free of charge, from the Valley Leisure Centre, Antrim Civic Centre or Mossley Mill. These keys also give access to lots of accessible toilets across the UK and Ireland.

NOT ALL DISABILITIES ARE VISIBLE We have recently installed new Braille signage at Allen Park. We also installed Hidden Disability signage in the Valley Pavilion. Inspiration for the 'not every disability is visible' campaign is credited to the many people living with hidden disabilities such as Crohn’s and Colitis. The signs, placed on accessible toilet doors, urge people to remember that not all disabilities are visible.

They are intended to help those with conditions like Crohn's disease, autism, anxiety and inflammatory bowel disease, feel more welcome when using such facilities without facing potential criticism.

Over time, more of this inclusive signage will be introduced throughout Council facilities.

The equipment includes twelve sports wheelchairs, one rugby wheelchair, three track racers, five hand cycles, four tandems, three trikes, three boccia sets and one sensory activity pack. Whilst the equipment is for people with a disability, it can also be used by non-disabled people in our Borough, to spread awareness in schools and clubs.

For more information T. 028 9446 3113 or E. david.mckee@antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk

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NEW PLAY PARK AT ANTRIM LOUGH SHORE PARK Work has commenced on the development of a nautical themed play park, including a wheelchair accessible boat, a wheelchair accessible swing and inclusive roundabout.

The nautical theme was chosen by local children during the design stages.

This exciting new play park will undoubtedly enhance your visit to the Lough Shore. The Park should be open in time for the summer holidays, so come along and enjoy some of their great ideas for yourself!

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For more information T. 028 9446 3113 or E. karen.steele@antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk

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SUMMER SCHEMES Our Summer Schemes provide an all-inclusive mix of sport and play, arts, crafts, drama and much more.

All bookings can be made from 9am on Tuesday 8 May at antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/summerschemes ANTRIM FORUM £25 per 3 days Age 5-11, 10am-2pm Week 1: 31 July-2 August Week 2: 7-9 August Week 3: 14-16 August BALLYEARL £31.50 per week Age 8-14, 10am-3pm Week 1: 16 July-20 July Week 2: 23 July-27 July Week 3: 30 July-3 August Week 4: 6-10 August Week 5: 13-17 August SIXMILE £31.50 per week Age 8-14, 11am-4pm Week 1: 16 July-20 July Week 2: 23 July-27 July Week 3: 30 July-3 August Week 4: 6-10 August Week 5: 13-17 August VALLEY £31.50 per week Age 8-14, 10.30am-3.30pm Week 1: 16 July-20 July Week 2: 23 July-27 July Week 3: 30 July-3 August Week 4: 6-10 August Week 5: 13-17 August

LILIAN BLAND PAVILION, GLENGORMLEY £18 per week Age 8-14, 10.30am-3.30pm Week 1: 16 July-20 July Week 2: 23 July-27 July Week 3: 30 July-3 August Week 4: 6-10 August Week 5: 13-17 August THOMPSON PRIMARY, BALLYROBERT £24 per week Age 8-14, 10.30am-3.30pm 16 July-20 July ST BRIDES, DOAGH £24 per week Age 8-14, 10.30am-3.30pm 23 July-27 July BALLYNURE METHODIST CHURCH £24 per week Age 8-14, 10.30am-3.30pm 30 July-3 August 6 August-10 August HYDEPARK PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, MALLUSK £24 per week Age 8-14, 10.30am-3.30pm 13 August-17 August MERVILLE HOUSE £20 per week Age 6-10, 9.30am-1.30pm 16 July-20 July 23 July-27 July RATHFERN £20 per week Age 6-10, 9.30am-1.30pm 30 July-3 August 6 August-10 August

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SUMMER EVENTS GUIDE

ALLIANZ GARDEN SHOW IRELAND Fri 4-Sun 6 May // 10am-6pm // Antrim Castle Gardens A three-day festival of flowers, food and fun awaits the thousands of visitors to Antrim Castle Gardens. Enjoy stunning show gardens, live music and culinary delights. For more information including prices visit gardenshowireland.com

SHANE’S CASTLE MAY DAY STEAM RALLY Sun 6 & Mon 7 May // 10am-5pm // Shane’s Castle, Antrim Adults £10, Children £5, Over 60’s £7, Family £25 (2 adults and up to 3 children) Over 30 Steam Engines and 10 Models are expected along with living vans, organs and machinery demonstrating how they worked in bygone times. For more information visit shanescastlesteamrally.co.uk

DARKNESS INTO LIGHT Sat 12 May // 4.15am // V36 at The Valley Join us for a 5km run or a walk around V36 in memory of loved ones lost to suicide. Run or walk into the light as dawn breaks symbolising there is hope for those in despair. For more information or to register visit dil.pieta.ie

SUMMER SUNDAY MUSIC Sun 13 May-Sun 26 Aug // Antrim Castle Gardens & Jordanstown Loughshore Park Summer Sunday Music is back with more concerts. For full listings and venues visit antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/summersundaymusic

ROYAL WEDDING Sat 19 May // 11am // Mossley Mill & Antrim Castle Gardens The Council is celebrating the wedding of His Royal Highness, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle with these live screenings. Bring along your picnic rug or low backed seating and watch one of the biggest events of 2018 in a family friendly atmosphere. Book your free ticket in advance T. 028 9034 0202 or visit antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/ livescreenings

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FA CUP FINAL Sat 19 May // 5pm // Mossley Mill & Antrim Castle Gardens If you are a football fanatic, make sure you join us for the live screenings of the FA Cup Final. Book your free ticket in advance T. 028 9034 0202 or visit antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/ livescreenings

BALLYCLARE MAY FAIR Sat 19 May-Sat 26 May // Ballyclare Town This year’s festival will be a mixture of the popular traditional horse fair, local music and entertainment combined with traditional craft demonstrations and workshops. New for this year is the Soapbox Derby race on Tuesday 22 May. Saturday 26 May sees the return of the fantastic May Fair Parade, with Ritchie Remo and his band delighting fans of all ages, before the fireworks.

Family fun activities, amusements, pet show, local movies, tea dance, a foam party and much more. For more information including road closures visit antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/ballyclaremayfair or facebook.com/ ballyclaremayfair

MAYOR’S CHARITY GOLF DAY Fri 25 May // Ballyclare Golf Club // £25 Calling all golfers! If you are up for a challenge and fancy your chances at winning some fantastic prizes then this is the competition for you.

Vauxhall also have a car up for grabs (Ts and Cs apply) All proceeds go to the Mayor’s nominated charities. For more information or to book T. 028 9332 4541 or visit brsgolf.com

SALSA FOR SUMMER Tues 29 May (5 weeks) // 7:30 - 8:30pm // Ballyclare Town Hall £25 (£22.50 Concession) Get ready for the holiday season with our fun Salsa course! Ideal for absolute beginners and those with experience. Come by yourself, with a friend or a group! To secure your place, we recommend you book in advance as spaces are limited. Suitable for age 18+. To book T. 028 9034 0202 or visit theatreatthemill.com

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Sat 16 June // Ballyearl Golf Fitness & Arts // £10 // Age 6-10 If your child is the next up and coming Rory McIlroy, then this is the competition for them. Suitable for age 6-10 with 9-hole or 18-hole options available. For more information or to book T. 028 9084 8287

ANTRIM’S MARKET IN THE SQUARE Sat 16 June, 12noon-10pm // Sun 17 June, 12noon-6pm An artisan and traditional food, drink and craft market for everyone is taking place in Market Square. This free, family fun event will feature lots of family entertainment including music by various artists, a petting farm, walkabout characters and face painting. Bring the family along for a great weekend. For more information T. 028 9446 3113 or E. karen.uprichard@antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk

ROYAL MARINE BAND CONCERT Sun 17 June, 2-4pm // Antrim Castle Gardens Don’t miss the opportunity to see this renowned military band in the beautiful setting of the Large Parterre in Antrim Castle Gardens. If you would like to see one of the finest military bands around, visit antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk to reserve your free ticket as numbers are limited due to capacity and we expect high demand.

ALL IRELAND GAME FAIR 40TH ANNIVERSARY Sat 23 & Sun 24 June // 10am-5.30pm // Shanes Castle, Antrim The largest ever Irish Game Fair returns with the Fine Food and Living History Festivals; International country sports competitions and great family attractions. For full details visit irishgamefair.com

BRIGHTER NIGHTS Fri 29 June-Fri 24 Aug // 6.30-8.30pm // Lilian Bland Community Park, Glengormley Join us for free, family fun each Friday evening throughout the summer, with different themes and activities each week. For more information visit antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/brighternights

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WEST SIDE STORY Mon 16 July-Sat 4 Aug // 10am-5pm // Theatre at The Mill £275 // Age 11-23 Theatre at The Mill’s big summer production this year is West Side Story. Directed by a celebrated and prodigiously talented creative team, this three-week workshop begins on Monday 16 July for three weeks including five fully staged performances. To book or for more information T. 028 9034 0202 or visit theatreatthemill.com

SUMMER DANCE AT THE OLD COURTHOUSE Mon 16 July-Fri 10 Aug // 10am-5pm (Mon-Fri) // The Old Courthouse // £300 // Age 15+ In a unique project, Summer Dance at The Old Courthouse is a monthlong workshop for anyone who loves to move and wants to learn more about dance. To book or for more information T. 028 9034 0202 or visit theatreatthemill.com

ATLANTIC CHALLENGE Fri 20 July-Sat 28 July // Antrim Castle Gardens Twelve International teams will make Antrim their home for the International Contest of Seamanship from 20-28 July. 250 young people from USA, Russia, UK, Belgium, Ireland, France, Denmark and Canada will compete, live and learn together. During the contest the 38ft wooden gigs will be sailed and rowed with teams undertaking various skill tests, including navigation, rope work and man overboard rescue. Spectators will have a great view from the Lough Shore of the 12 picturesque gigs as they race on Lough Neagh.

The opening ceremony will take place in Antrim Castle Gardens at 4pm on Friday 20 July. For more information visit atlanticchallengenorthernireland.co.uk

ANTRIM AND NEWTOWNABBEY REGIONAL PIPE BAND CHAMPIONSHIPS Sat 23 July // 9am-6pm // Antrim Castle Gardens If you enjoy the sound of the pipes get yourself down to Antrim Castle Gardens and hear the many pipe bands compete to become Ulster Champions. For more information visit rspbani.org

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LEGO ANIMATION WORKSHOPS Fri 27 July // Ballyclare Town Hall 10am-12pm // Age 7-10 // £10 1-4pm // Age 11-14 // £15 Create your own animated Lego mini film with Can Do Academy!

You will learn about the basics of film making, how to storyboard and different animation techniques.

You will be able to create your own storyline and learn the do's and dont's of effective animation which you can apply at home. Construct and animate your own worlds in front of the camera! Each participant will receive a copy of their film at the end of the workshop by email.

Ipads are supplied.

There are two workshops-a shorter morning session for younger children and a longer afternoon session for older children. To book T. 028 9034 0202 or visit theatreatthemill.com

SUMMER WALKS SERIES Sat 28 July // 9.45am // Belfast Hills // Adult £4 Concession £3 Enjoy a guided 5 mile walk along the recently constructed Ridge Trail with the National Trust Warden for Divis Mountain. Meeting place is at Castle Mall car park and transport is provided. Booking is essential.

Bring a packed lunch as well as water, suitable outdoor clothing and footwear. NO DOGS allowed on any of the walks. To book T. 028 9034 0138 or E. leisureadmin@antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk

PARTY IN THE PARK Sat 4 Aug // 1-5pm // Antrim Castle Gardens Now in its seventh year this free family fun event has something for the whole family to enjoy. This year’s line-up features live music, crazy golf, bungee trampolines, swing boats, arts & crafts, balloon modelling, face painting and a range of culinary delights from the food fayre. For more information visit antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/partyinthepark

‘CARNIVAL OF THE ANIMALS‘ AND ‘THE LION KING’ WORKSHOP Mon 6-Fri 10 Aug // 10am-4.30pm // £125 // Age 7+ This year the team bring together the classical and modern dance themed around 'Carnival of the Animals' and 'The Lion King'.

Young dancers age 7+ will build skills and confidence in movement learning. To book or for more information T. 028 9034 0202 or visit theatreatthemill.com

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SUMMER EVENTS GUIDE

ALL ABILITY ARTS & CRAFTS WORKSHOP FOR KIDS Sat 11 Aug // 2-4pm // Ballyclare Town Hall // £12 // Age 4-11 A fun and relaxed arts and crafts afternoon for kids which is also suitable for children who may have additional educational needs. Tutor Amanda Montgomery, will facilitate children on an artistic afternoon with a choice of materials including clay, paint, tissue paper and more! Parents or carers should remain within the building.To book T. 028 9034 0202 or visit theatreatthemill.com

NEVERLAND ADVENTURE Mon 13-Sat 18 Aug // 7:30pm-8:30pm // £125 // Age 5-10 Under the direction of Mr Hullabaloo and Noleen the week will fly by for little ones on this never ending theatre school adventure!

In just one week the lost boys and girls will be performing their own show to family and friends live on stage. To book or for more information T. 028 9034 0202 or visit theatreatthemill.com

SUMMER PHOTOGRAPHY WEEK Tue 14-Fri 17 Aug // 1-4pm // Ballyclare Town Hall // £25 Age 11-16 Our fun and hands-on summer photography week is back after a sell-out last year. Experienced tutor Carrie Davenport will take young people on a fun and exciting 4 day course. This will be a very practical course aimed specifically at young teens with lots of hands on creative photography.

Please bring a camera or phone with built in camera. No experience necessary. To book T. 028 9034 0202 or visit theatreatthemill.com

JOHN MULHOLLAND MOTORS ULSTER RALLY Fri 17 & Sat 18 Aug // Various locations The John Mulholland Motors Ulster Rally is part of the major European, British and Irish rally series, which will bring the best competitors to the Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough. The rally will be based in the centre of Antrim on 17 and 18 August and will stop at major controls in Ballyclare on Friday and Randalstown on Saturday. For more information visit ulsterrally.com

STRIDE OUT TO SHANE’S WALK Sat 18 Aug // 9.45am // Adult £4 Concession £3 Join us on an 8-mile walk through the attractive and peaceful surroundings of Shane’s Castle Estate. Meeting place is at Castle Mall car park and transport is provided. Booking is essential. Bring a packed lunch as well as water, suitable outdoor clothing and footwear. NO DOGS allowed on any of the walks. To book your place T. 028 9034 0138 or E. leisureadmin@antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk

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SUMMER EVENTS GUIDE

SHORELINE FESTIVAL Sat 25 & Sun 26 Aug // Loughshore Park, Jordanstown Enjoy a bank holiday weekend of free, family fun and music. Usual favourites such as amusements, live music, street theatre shows and arts and crafts activities will be available on both days. For more information T. 028 9034 0041 or E. vanessa.postle@ antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk

GET HOOKED ANTRIM & NEW TOWNABBEY BOROUGH COUNCIL ANGLING GUIDE

The Borough offers some of the most exciting game and coarse fishing in Northern Ireland and it is not unknown for anglers to ‘get hooked’ on our fisheries and scenic rivers. Whether you’re a keen angler or a novice wanting to while away a few hours, our Borough is the perfect place to indulge your passion.

ANGLING GUIDE ANTRIM AND NEWTOWNABBEY

Whether you’re a keen angler or a novice wanting to while away a few hours, our Borough offers some of the most exciting game and coarse fishing in Northern Ireland

The Borough is renowned for its great rivers and streams, teeming with wild brown trout, salmon and dollaghan. The mysterious and powerful dollaghan are migratory brown trout which, around midsummer, enter the rivers from Lough Neagh to spawn. These trout are highly prized and can grow to specimen size.

The area also offers still water fishing, where you can pursue some hard-fighting rainbow trout, or if you prefer, our rivers and lakes also offer some superb coarse fishing. Our coastal location means we can even offer some sea fishing on Belfast Lough during the summer months.

This guide will help you to discover all that there is to offer in this most interesting and wonderful part of Northern Ireland. Check out 21/03/2018 11:25

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KEEP UP TO DATE WITH SOCIAL MEDIA For more details on all of our events and programmes that we have on across the Borough, make sure you follow us on Facebook @ANBorough and Twitter @ANBorough

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PARK LIFE Across our Borough, we are lucky to have a wide range of parks and open spaces. From the formal grandeur of Antrim Castle Gardens, to the variety along the Newtownabbey Way, all our parks and open spaces are immensely important to us.

A recent event with local children demonstrated that playing in our parks isn’t always about swings, zip lines and climbing frames. They also like to hide in trees, feed the ducks and watch the heron catch a fish.

We are currently developing a park life web app and piloting it at Sixmilewater Park, Ballyclare over the summer months. The app will help visitors find out more about the site, future events, facilities, biodiversity and history. It will also encourage you to let us know what you got up to on your visit. You will be encouraged to upload photos of your trip. There will also be a special section encouraging families to play games, using materials found in the Park. If the pilot is a success, we will be rolling it out to all of the other parks in the Borough. Make sure you keep an eye on our Facebook page, to find out when this exciting new Park Life web app is launched.

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For more information T. 028 9034 0069 or E. lindsay.houston @antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk

SUMMER PLANTING Make sure you keep an eye out for our parks teams getting their green fingers ready. The summer planting for the Borough is scheduled to begin at the end of May to ensure our towns and villages are bright and beautiful for summer.

We hope you like this year’s floral creations!

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For more information T. 028 9034 0069 or E. lindsay.houston @antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk

ON PATROL WITH OUR PARK WARDENS The Borough has some great parks and they provide opportunities for walking, running, cycling, as well as play. For many, they provide the opportunity for getting some fresh air and headspace. Lots of you help to bring our Parks to life through volunteering, schools projects and events. Our Park Wardens patrol our parks to keep them safe and provide a point of contact locally. If you see them on a visit to one of our parks, please let them know if there is something that needs attention. We caught up with them to find out about life in our Borough’s parks.

WHAT DOES YOUR AVERAGE DAY LOOK LIKE? We visit and patrol all of the parks across the Borough, from Toomebridge to Crumlin Glen to Jordanstown Loughshore Park and everything in between. We do our best to be visible and to build relationships with the community and volunteers. On a daily basis, we are amazed at the number of people who use our Parks in so many healthy ways.

WHAT SORT OF THINGS DO YOU COME ACROSS? We see lots of people from all walks of life and age groups. We see many responsible dog owners who love to use our parks.

We also come across a few dog owners who don’t clean up after their pet and that concerns us as it is not fair on the other visitors to the parks. We would appeal to those people who currently do not act responsibly, to think of others and clean up after their dogs. The majority of people also use the bins and don’t litter but again, there are a few who do not. Council staff clean parks and empty bins but if everyone plays their part, it makes our parks better for everyone. When we meet people in the parks we encourage them to be responsible but we also remind them that they can be fined for littering or not cleaning up after their dogs.

WHAT’S NEW IN THE PARKS? Our parks are vibrant with regular events including biodiversity trails, guided walks and play days. Some of the bigger events are really special like Brighter Nights, Party in the Park, Shoreline Festival and our Summer Sunday Music series. Look out for these over the summer months. It’s great to see so many people coming out and enjoying themselves In this magazine, you can also read about how the Council is continuing to improve our play parks, like the wheelchair accessible swing at V36 and the new accessible toilets at the pavilion.

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To find out more about volunteering in the parks or to report an issue contact the Parks Wardens T. 028 9034 0275

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BLOOMING BRILLIANT

LOVE YOUR GARDEN

Towns and villages across the Borough are getting geared up for the summer sunshine. Many of them have local groups made up of residents, businesses, schools, churches and youth groups who, in partnership with the Council, work throughout the year to make a difference. Can you help make a difference?

Do you love your garden? Or perhaps you know someone who works tirelessly to keep their garden looking beautiful. If so, why not enter our Best Kept Garden competition?

Whether your garden is big or small, the competition is open to all residents within the Borough and is designed to encourage everyone to take pride in their garden.

This is a fantastic way to enjoy some good neighbourly competition! The closing date for entries is Saturday 30 June and judging will take place in July.

Recently we have had many awards presented to our towns, villages, local business and housing areas for their efforts to make where you work and live a better place.

SO WHAT MAKES AN AWARD WINNING AREA? The key is community involvement. Many groups throughout the Borough work in partnership with the Council to encourage a beautiful area. Volunteers from local areas take part in clean-ups, plant and maintain summer bedding, paint railings, and much more. So much can be achieved when everyone pulls together.

While the presentation of an award is a welcome celebration, the benefits for the local area go way beyond. With the local community engaged, more people become interested and ideas develop.

Friendships are created and a strong essence of pride and ownership ensures continued support and sustainability in the area. Volunteering is a great opportunity to build friendships and can have a positive impact on your mental wellbeing.

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To find out more T. 028 9034 0069 or E. lindsay.houston @antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk

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LOVE FOOD, HATE WASTE: BREAD Every day in the UK we waste around 37 million slices of bread-and that is just in our homes!

To help reduce food waste, we have a tasty recipe, supplied by MANN’S AT ALLEN PARK which is how they use up all of their leftover bread.

If you are in the Antrim area, make sure you pop into MANN’S AT ALLEN PARK .

Newly opened in November 2017, this restaurant is fully licensed and open to both golf club members and the general public. The restaurant offers a relaxing, contemporary setting with spectacular views of the 18th hole and surrounding area.

Perfect for private bookings, weddings and parties and many other special occasions. The restaurant do a wide range of breakfast, lunch and dinner options, with something to suit every taste, so make sure you give it a try.

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BREAD AND BUTTER PUDDING Serves 12-14 • 20 slices of white bread • 120g salted butter

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Pre heat oven to 180oC (160oC fan) or gas mark 4.

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Lightly butter a large baking dish and butter all the bread. Cut into quarters.

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Line the dish with 1/3 quarters bread (buttered side up). Spread 1/3 sultanas and 1/3 lemon zest.

Repeat another two times using up all bread, sultanas and lemon zest.

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Heat milk and cream until hot. Whisk eggs and 100g castor sugar until thick. Pour hot milk and cream onto egg mixture, whisking all the time until smooth.

If need be, sieve into a clean bowl and add vanilla extract.

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Pour mixture over bread and sultanas adding remaining sugar and grated nutmeg.

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Bake for 40-45 mins until a beautiful golden brown colour.

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Allow to rest for 5/10 minutes before serving.

• 200ml double cream • 700ml full cream milk • 6 eggs (free range) • 120g castor sugar • 120g sultanas or currants • Grated zest of 1 lemon • Grated fresh nutmeg • 2 tablespoons vanilla extract

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PLASTIC FANTASTIC There is no doubt that plastic is a very useful material and the fact that it continues to dominate our shopping aisles confirms this.

With more than fifty different types of plastic available, knowing which plastic items to recycle can be confusing.

Here is a list of some of the common items that can be recycled and should be put in either your blue bin, kerbie box or triplestack: • Plastic bottles (squash down and keep lid on) • Yoghurt pots • Butter tubs • Ice-cream tubs • Shampoo bottles

HOW ARE WE DOING?

In the first six months of the year, the Borough had a recycling rate of just over 57%. Whilst this is great news, there are still a lot of recyclables being placed in the black bin and therefore going to landfill. The biggest culprit of recyclable materials found in the black bin is food waste (23.5%) and paper/cardboard (16%).

WHAT CAN YOU DO TO HELP? Ensure that all food waste is placed in the brown bin for recycling. All paper and cardboard should be put into your blue bin, kerbie box or triple stack. This includes items such as cereal boxes, food and drink cartons, online delivery boxes (remove all plastic inserts, polystyrene and packing tape) and greetings cards (tear off any glitter, badges or batteries).

DID YOU KNOW? Card that is stained with food, grease, paint or dirt (e.g. takeaway pizza boxes) can be put in your brown bin?

• Shower gel bottles • Detergent bottles • Fruit and meat trays Please Note: Plastic bags and plastic film should be removed and put into the black bin.

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For more information on recycling visit antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/recycling

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If you don’t have a food waste bin or a kitchen food waste caddy you can request one by T. 028 9034 0056 or E. waste @antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk

BAG YOURSELF SOME FREE COMPOST Local residents can bag themselves some free compost from 7-12 May as we celebrate Compost Awareness Week.

Did you know that food waste disposed of in your brown bin is taken to a central composting plant where it is processed and converted into a high quality compost? So thanks to your food recycling, not only can we produce this valuable compost for our gardens but we can also reduce the amount we send to landfill, saving money and helping the environment!

A limited supply of the compost will be available from each of our five recycling centres and will be distributed on a first come first

serve basis. Supplies will be limited to one bag per household.

If you’re planning on getting your garden into shape for the summer, then don’t forget you can also use your brown bin to recycle your garden waste. Hedge clippings, tree cuttings, branches and grass can all be placed in your brown bin.

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LOOKING FOR A JOB?

Do you want to work or change jobs but come up against barriers?

Sometimes it’s about having the right skills, the confidence or even just being able to get transport to a job.

SUCCESS WITH GO FOR IT

JOBS FAIR

The Jobs Fair on Wednesday 6 June at the Valley Leisure

Centre could be €  ‚ƒ � your first step in connecting with employers who have hundreds of jobs to fill. There will be free transport available from Antrim Jobs and Benefits office. We will also have sign language interpreters there if you are hearing impaired.  �� �� �   �­

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The Go For It programme is part funded by Invest Northern Ireland and the European Regional Development Fund under the Investment for Growth & Jobs Northern Ireland (2014-2020) Programme.

AT THE FAIR YOU CAN

Chris Reid launched Powdertek NI in January, however it wasn’t until he was made redundant in March 2017, that he contacted the Go For It programme to help him transform his hobby into a business.

• Meet employers face to face and find out what jobs are available • Register your interest with employers who will take your application on the day • Sample some jobs first hand • Get help with job search activities like developing a CV • Get careers advice and guidance from experts.

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If you are an employer and would like the opportunity to promote your company's job vacancies T. 028 9034 0052 or E. craig.mullan@antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk

This Jobs Fair is a Community Plan Initiative and is one of a range of actions to promote economic prosperity. There is lots more to come and we will keep you informed via Borough Life, our website and social media channels.

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For more information on the Jobs Fair visit antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/jobsfair

Chris said: “The programme was a tremendous support and my Business Advisor, Lawrence Greer from LEDCOM genuinely couldn’t do enough to help at each stage of the process.

He helped me focus my business objectives and work out my numbers with a clear and concise business plan".

The Go For It programme is delivered free of charge by a team of highly experienced business mentors through Northern Ireland’s wide network of enterprise agencies.

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If you have a business idea you’d like to develop or are thinking of starting a business visit goforitni.com T. 0800 027 0639 or contact Antrim Enterprise Agency or Mallusk Enterprise Park

MICHELIN DEVELOPMENT FUND

WOULD YOU LIKE TO GROW YOUR BUSINESS? GROW South Antrim will be launching its final Rural Business Investment Scheme this summer.

Is your business a new or existing small enterprise based in a rural part of our Borough? Could you make use of a grant of up to £50,000? Then the GROW programme is for you!

This Fund is an excellent opportunity for local businesses to take advantage of lower interest rates and borrow up to £50,000.

If you are in the manufacturing, engineering or business-tobusiness services sector you may be eligible to apply for one of these useful loans. One business in the Borough which was successful in securing a loan was Savvy and Shine. They opened a new hairdressing training salon in October 2016 with a loan of £24,000. Business owner, Joanna Maxwell said: “I have been running my own business since 2010 distributing professional hair products to salons across the UK and Ireland. I identified a gap in the market to set up a local training facility for hairdressers and secured premises at The Junction, Antrim. A Michelin Loan was used to fit out the training facility which has attracted customers from the local area, as well as Europe.”

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For more information T. 0800 056 2007 or visit michelindevelopment.co.uk

WOULD YOU LIKE TO DO BUSINESS WITH US? The Council procures a variety of goods and services and uses the following electronic procurement portals to promote the opportunities:

eTendersNI etendersni.gov.uk Usually used for goods and services for various Council departments, including but not limited to, Waste, Leisure, Community Planning, Economic Development, Parks, etc. eSourcingNI e-sourcingni.bravosolution.co.uk Used mainly for Capital Projects and PEACE IV projects.

If you own a business make sure you take the time to sign up to these portals to ensure you do not miss any tender opportunities from the Council.

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For more information T. 028 9034 0090 or E. sharon.logue@antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk

You must register and attend a pre-application workshop (details below) before you can submit an application.

Date

Venue

Time

Thursday 24 May

Mossley Mill

10.30am-12noon

Wednesday 30 May

Mossley Mill

4.00pm-5.30pm

Thursday 31 May

Antrim Civic Centre

10.30am-12noon

Thursday 31 May

Antrim Civic Centre

6.30pm-8pm

Monday 4 June

Mossley Mill

6.30pm-8pm

So far, 23 businesses in Antrim and Newtownabbey have been awarded a total of £600,000 by GROW, under the Northern Ireland Rural Development Programme 2014-2020.

As a result of this investment, 50 jobs will be created.

For more information T. 028 9448 1311, E. grow@ antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk or visit growsouthantrim.com

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OPTIMAL HELP FOR YOUR BUSINESS Would you like up to five days free mentoring support?

If yes, then the OPTIMAL programme (Outstanding Performance Through Individual Mentoring And Leadership) is perfect for you.

It will provide tailored and specialist business support to help develop and grow your business, resulting in a more prosperous economy and new employment opportunities. The programme is part funded by Invest Northern Ireland and the European Regional Development Fund under the Investment for Growth & Jobs Northern Ireland (2014-2020) Programme.

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For more information T. 028 9034 0052 or E. craig.mullan@antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk

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SPINNING YARNS

A ROYAL OCCASION

Dates: 1 & 2 September 2018 Venue: Antrim Castle Gardens Tickets: £5 & £4 (Concession) (U16s free)

£9 weekend ticket. Group Discount Available.

The wedding of His Royal Highness Prince Harry and Meghan Markle is going to be one of the biggest events in 2018.

SPINNING YARNS is a two-day festival celebrating the wonderful world of all things associated with wool and linen where we will showcase the colour, creativity and craft associated with these homespun yarns in all their forms.

Prince Harry and Meghan will marry at 12 noon on Saturday 19 May in St George’s Chapel, Windsor. The eyes of the world will be on them when they exchange vows with live footage set to be beamed around the world.The Council is celebrating this special event by organising live screenings of the wedding in Antrim Castle Gardens and Mossley Mill from 11am on Saturday 19 May. These events are completely free so bring along your picnic rugs or low backed seating and watch events from Windsor in a family friendly atmosphere.

Highlights will include a wide range of traders (both local and from further a field), afternoon tea fashion tent, craft and gift stalls, displays, workshops and animals including rare breeds as well as a range of food, children’s entertainment and exhibitions. Every aspect of the wool and linen journey will be represented, from the woolly animals themselves, through the various stages of production, to beautiful finished products. As well as artisans and retailers of the highest quality exhibiting and selling products, visitors will be able to try their hand at all sorts of textile based skills in our creative workshops.

To follow the wedding excitement, we will also be screening the FA Cup Final which kicks off at 5.30pm that day! So if it’s the Royal Wedding or the FA Cup Final or both - we have it covered on Saturday 19 May from 11am.

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To ensure safety and comfort of all who wish to attend please book your free ticket in advance by visiting antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/ livescreenings or T. 028 9034 0202

Set in the stunning Antrim Castle Gardens, this is a must do event for those passionate about yarns or simply seeking a great day out. Come along to be entertained and inspired!

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To book or for more information T. 028 9034 0064 or visit antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/spinningyarns

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THEATRE SUMMER WORKSHOPS We are bringing the stars to our summer nights in a celebration of Dance, Musical Theatre and Music and YOU could be one of them!

DANCE INTO SUMMER

Mon 16 July-Fri 10 Aug (Performance on Sun 12 Aug) Time: 10am-5pm // Cost: £300 // Age: 15+ In a unique project, Summer Dance at The Old Courthouse is a month-long workshop for anyone who loves to move and wants to learn more about dance. The workshop is curated and led by Dr Phillip Johnston from University of Illinois, a former dancer and choreographer who has performed with many distinguished companies. He is accompanied by Jane Mooney, former dancer and Chair of Dance UK. Guest artists will include a composer, musician and a hip hop choreographer.

Students will also watch videos and hold discussions about some of the major international dance works inspired by music, art, sculpture, theatre and film.

This course will explore contemporary dance skills, creativity and performance leading to a devised dance performance that explores issues that face young refugees across the world. Adrift will be performed at the Theatre at The Mill on Sunday 12 August.

The course is limited to just 25 places.

WEST SIDE STORY

Mon 16 July – Sat 4 Aug (Performances: Tues 31 July-Sat 4 Aug at 7pm) Time: 10am-5pm // Cost: £275 // Age: 11-23 Theatre at The Mill’s big summer production this year is West Side Story. This powerful interpretation of Romeo and Juliet proves to be as poignant and timely as ever bringing together two masters, Leonard Bernstein and Stephen Sondheim in a score regarded as the best ever written. Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet is transported to modern-day New York City, as two young idealistic lovers find themselves caught between warring street gangs, the American Jets and the Puerto Rican Sharks. Their struggle to survive in a world of hate, violence and prejudice is one of the most innovative, heart-wrenching and relevant musical dramas of our time. Directed by a celebrated and prodigiously talented creative team, this three-week workshop includes five fully staged performances.

‘CARNIVAL OF THE ANIMALS’ AND 'THE LION KING' DANCE WORKSHOP Mon 6 Aug-Fri 10 Aug Time: 10am-4.30pm Cost: £125 // Age: 7+

The fun continues at the Theatre at The Mill with a week-long dance workshop under the direction of Laura Walker and Jennifer Milligan, followed by a performance to family and friends on Friday 10 August. This year the team bring together the classical and modern dance themed around ‘Carnival of the Animals’ and ‘The Lion King’. Young dancers aged 7yrs+ will build skills and confidence in movement, learning the choreographed routines from both of these very different classics of the world of Ballet and Musical Theatre.

A NEVERLAND ADVENTURE Mon 13-Sat 18 Aug Time: 10am-4.30pm Cost: £125 // Age: 5-10 Our final workshop this summer promises A Neverland Adventure.

Under the direction of Mr Hullabaloo and Noleen, the week will fly by for little ones on this never ending theatre school adventure!

In partnership with Mr Hullabaloo this unique workshop at Theatre at The Mill is specially designed for primary school aged children so that they too can take part in a fun and structured theatre school environment.

Entering into a world of fun and fantasy where they will never want to grow up, in just one week the lost boys and girls will be performing their own show to family and friends live on stage on Saturday 18 August.

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For further information on any of our summer workshops contact Box Office T. 028 9034 0202 or visit theatreatthemill.com or theoldcourthousetheatre.com

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ATLANTIC CHALLENGE Twelve International teams will make Antrim their home for the International Contest of Seamanship from 20 – 28 July. 250 young people from USA, Russia, UK, Belgium, Ireland, France, Denmark and Canada will compete, live and learn together.

During the contest the 38ft wooden gigs will be sailed and rowed with teams undertaking various skill tests, including navigation, rope work and man overboard rescue. Spectators will have a great view from the Lough Shore of the 12 picturesque gigs as they race on Lough Neagh. The opening ceremony will take place in Antrim Castle Gardens at 4pm on Friday 20 July.

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QUEEN’S AWARD FOR VOLUNTARY SERVICE

WATER SAFETY Lough Neagh is the largest lake in the British Isles. It is generally shallow with an average depth of 9m.

Water safety is extremely important and we are fortunate to have Lough Neagh Rescue looking after us. The Antrim Bay Lifeboat operates 24/7, 365 days a year and has a swiftwater and flood response team.

Their advice to the public is to have fun and enjoy your day but, if you are on the water be prepared: • Always wear an appropriate life jacket or buoyancy aid • Always have a means of calling and signalling for help • Ensure there is an emergency action plan in place and everybody has an appropriate on-board briefing • Undertake the appropriate level of training for your craft • Always check the weather forecast • Make sure someone ashore knows where you are going and who to call if you don't return on time • Always drive your boat at a speed that is appropriate to the weather conditions • In the event of an emergency call 999.

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Two of our local community organisations, Antrim Youth Information & Counselling Centre and TIDAL, Toome were both recently awarded a Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service.

This prestigious award is an MBE for volunteer groups and is the highest award given to volunteer groups across the UK. TIDAL in Toome provide much needed amenities and services for the local community, including the creation of employment opportunities.

Antrim Youth Information & Counselling Centre provide a range of much needed services which include youth projects, counselling and training programmes. Look out for our next edition of Borough Life for more information on the services this group provide.

COMMUNITY CENTRES We have 9 community centres across our Borough which offer lots of activities including senior citizen clubs, play groups, mums and tots, exercise classes and much more.

For more information visit antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/ communitycentres

SPIRIT OF VOLUNTEERING AWARDS 2018 NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN! Our Borough is full of selfless and committed volunteers who consistently give their time to make a difference to the life of those in the Borough.

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Taking place in Theatre at The Mill on Thursday 27 September, this prestigious awards ceremony will highlight and recognise the valuable contribution made by those who volunteer within the Borough.

NOMI N ATE NOW 25 A PRIL - 29 JUNE

Volunteering can take different forms such as sports or social clubs, walking or youth groups, fundraising, church groups or simply helping an elderly neighbour.

If you know someone who deserves an award, then nominate them in one of the following categories: • Newcomer to Volunteering Award • Team Spirit Award • Personal Achievement Award • Community Impact Award • Lifetime Contribution Award Nominations close on Friday 29 June at 4pm.

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For more information T. 028 9034 0060 or antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/volunteering

LOVE LIVING HERE - LOCAL GROUPS RECEIVE FUNDING Over 60 community and voluntary groups from across the Borough recently received funding through the Council’s Community Development and Festivals Grant Aid Programme*.

This funding of over £250,000 helped to support a range of community projects including: • Community festivals • Summer schemes • Social inclusion programmes for older and vulnerable people • General running costs for community premises The Council is delighted to support these community and voluntary groups from across the Borough.

Not only do these groups work tirelessly to help improve the area in which they live in but many of them provide opportunities for residents to participate in a wide range of activities and projects, which have huge physical and social benefits and would not have taken place without this funding.

The Community Development and Community Festivals Grant Aid Programme is accessed via an online grant system and is open once a year from October to December to constituted community and voluntary organisations based or working in the Borough. A Small Grants Programme is also open throughout the year, subject to budget availability.

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For more information on these grant programmes T. 028 9034 0060 or visit antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/grants

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*Funding for this Grant Aid Programme is also provided by the Department for Communities

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BE AWARE OF THE ‘SILENT KILLER’

HEALTH RISKS OF ARTIFICIAL TANNING

As the summer season approaches and families head off to the caravan or camping, it is important to remind ourselves of the danger of carbon monoxide poisoning in enclosed spaces.

Often referred to as the ‘silent killer’, carbon monoxide gas cannot be seen, has no taste or smell and is highly poisonous.

BBQs, both gas and charcoal, are potential sources of carbon monoxide and should only be used outside in the open air. Once brought into a small space, the carbon monoxide produced cannot escape and can build up to a dangerous level. Although it may be tempting to provide an extra heat source, disposable or portable BBQs should never be brought into a tent once cooking has finished. Likewise, if the weather turns wet, never bring a BBQ into a garage or shed to continue cooking.

SIGNS OF CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING: • Headaches • Dizziness • Nausea • Breathlessness • Chest pain • Stomach pain • Tiredness • Loss of consciousness If you suspect poisoning, turn off or extinguish the heat source/appliance if safe to do so, ventilate the area and stay outside in the fresh air. If you are suffering from any of the above symptoms, seek medical help immediately. Make sure to keep all heat sources or appliances switched off until chimneys/flues are cleaned or appliances are checked by a qualified professional.

Make sure to get a carbon monoxide alarm for your caravan as well as your home…it could save your life!

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For more information on Home Safety T. 028 9034 0160 or E. envhealth@antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk

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We all feel better with a tan but too much exposure could damage your skin.

Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer with the main cause being ultraviolet radiation (UVR). The deliberate exposure to artificial sources of UVR such as sunbeds and facial tanners is increasing the number of cases of skin cancer, particularly among young adults.

Sunbeds and tanning booths emit harmful levels of UVR that can be as intense as midday sunlight. As well as increasing the risk of melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancer, other health risks from sunbeds include sunburns, accelerated skin ageing, eye inflammation and suppressed immune system.

Young people under the age of 18 are particularly at risk, as their skin is more delicate and prone to damage than older skin. It is now illegal in Northern Ireland for anyone under the age of 18 to use a sunbed.

All operators must display information on the risks of using sunbeds to the user and must make eye protection available.

Council’s Environmental Health Officers regularly carry out inspections on those who operate a sunbed service.

Remember - if you don’t tan in the sun, you won’t tan more easily on a sunbed. Getting a tan before you go on a sun holiday doesn’t build up your resistance to UV rays.

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For more information or if you have any concerns about premises operating sunbeds T. 028 9034 0160 or E. envhealth@antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk

THINK HYGIENE ON YOUR DAY OUT Now that the better weather is here, many of us will be planning day trips with the family. With the sun shining, it’s lovely to be able to eat outdoors but it’s important to remember some good hygiene to avoid germs such as E. coli and salmonella joining the party.

KEEP FOOD COOL AND SAFE • Always use a cool box with enough ice packs to keep food chilled.

Frozen juice cartons make excellent ice packs if you don’t have any • Leave food in the fridge until the very last moment and then pack immediately into cool box • Keep cool box in the coolest part of your car e.g. the boot and away from direct sunlight. Try and keep the lid closed as much as you can • Make sure you separate the raw food from the cooked and ready-to-eat food.

COOKING ON THE BARBECUE • Always cook sausages, burgers, kebabs, pork and poultry thoroughly until they are piping hot all the way through and make sure they have no pink meat and the juices are clear • Drink safe, always drink bottled or tap water. NEVER drink from a lake, river or stream.

WASH YOUR HANDS • Before eating or drinking, and after going to the toilet, touching raw meat and any contact with animals (open farms), always wash your hands thoroughly • If you do not have safe clean water, bring hand wipes or gels to clean your hands

• Antibacterial hand gels and wipes are not a substitute for washing hands, as gels and wipes may not adequately remove germs and bugs in the way that running water can. However, using such gels after hand washing with soap and water may reduce the risk of picking up these infections.

By being aware and taking some simple steps, we can all help to avoid illness and enjoy a fun day out!

• Bring soap for handwashing and make sure you dry your hands properly afterwards

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YOUR COUNCILLORS KEY ABBREVIATIONS DUP Democratic Unionist Party IND Independent SDLP Social Democratic

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Antrim Threemilewater

TUV Traditional Unionist Voice UUP Ulster Unionist Party

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Macedon Glengormley Urban

Airport District Electoral Area (DEA) covers Aldergrove, Clady, Crumlin, Mallusk and Templepatrick and consists of 5 members.

THOMAS BURNS SDLP T. 07803 535094 E. thomas.burns@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

ANNEMARIE LOGUE SINN FEIN T. 07533 353610 E. annemarie.logue@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

MATTHEW MAGILL DUP T. 07825 374019 E. matthew.magill@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

PAUL MICHAEL UUP T. 07587 657120 E. paul.michael@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

MERVYN REA mbe UUP T. 07860 590614 E. mervyn.rea@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

Antrim District Electoral Area (DEA) covers Antrim Centre, Fountain Hill, Greystone, Springfarm, Steeple and Stiles and consists of 6 members.

NIGEL KELLS DUP T. 07825 418774 E. nigel.kells@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

NEIL KELLY ALLIANCE T. 07545 992615 E. neil.kelly@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

ROISIN LYNCH SDLP T. 07827 276840 E. roisin.lynch@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

JIM MONTGOMERY UUP T. 07471 147666 E. jim.montgomery@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

DREW RITCHIE UUP T. 07713 864953 E. drew.ritchie@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

JOHN SMYTH DUP T. 07436 582180 E. john.smyth@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

Ballyclare District Electoral Area (DEA) covers Ballyclare East, Ballyclare West, Ballynure, Ballyrobert and Doagh and consists of 5 members.

DEPUTY MAYOR

DAVID ARTHURS UUP T. 07925 740395 E. david.arthurs@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

JIM BINGHAM UUP T. 07789 208142 E. jim.bingham@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

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MANDY GIRVAN DUP T. 07912 028945 E. mandy.girvan@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

TIM GIRVAN DUP T. 07895 208006 E. tim.girvan@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

VERA MCWILLIAM UUP T. 07792 477050 E. vera.mcwilliam@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

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Dunsilly District Electoral Area (DEA) covers Cranfield, Parkgate, Randalstown, Shilvodan and Toome and consists of 5 members.

LINDA CLARKE DUP T. 07803 132601 E. linda.clarke@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

HENRY CUSHINAN SINN FEIN T. 07871 229810 E. henry.cushinan@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

BRIAN DUFFIN IND T. 07909 605144 E. brian.duffin@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

JORDAN GREER DUP T. 07738 263167 E. jordan.greer@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

RODERICK SWANN UUP T. 07423 457376 E. roderick.swann@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

Glengormley Urban Electoral Area (DEA) covers Ballyhenry, Burnthill, Carnmoney, Collinbridge, Glebe, Glengormley and Hightown and consists of 7 members.

AUDREY BALL DUP T. 07749 083538 E. audrey.ball@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

JOHN BLAIR ALLIANCE T. 07788 871189 E. john.blair@ antrim andnewtown abbey.gov.uk

PHILLIP BRETT DUP T. 07971 538685 E. phillip.brett@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

MARK COSGROVE UUP T. 07740 063726 E. mark.cosgrove@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

MICHAEL GOODMAN SINN FEIN T. 07827 818500 E. michael.goodman @antrimandnew townabbey.gov.uk

MICHAEL MAGUIRE UUP T. 07827 936498 E. michael.maguire @antrimandnew townabbey.gov.uk

NOREEN MCCLELLAND SDLP T. 07789 208157 E noreen.mcclelland @antrimandnew townabbey.gov.uk

Macedon District Electoral Area (DEA) covers Abbey, Carnmoney Hill, O’Neill, Rathcoole, Valley and Whitehouse and consists of 6 members.

MAYOR

BILLY DECOURCY DUP T. 07789 208144 E. william.decourcy@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

PAUL HAMILL DUP T. 07803 186008 E. paul.hamill@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

THOMAS HOGG mbe DUP T. 07792 891572 E. thomas.hogg@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

DAVID HOLLIS TUV T. 07475 033363 E. david.hollis@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

ROBERT FOSTER UUP T. 07846 084545 E. robert.foster@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

W.J. WEBB mbe jp ALLIANCE T. 07799 866876 E billy.webb@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

Threemilewater District Electoral Area (DEA) covers Ballyduff, Fairview, Jordanstown, Monkstown, Mossley and Rostulla and consists of 6 members.

FRASER AGNEW mbe UUP T. 07711 135267 E. fraser.agnew@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

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WILLIAM BALL DUP T. 07917 543674 E. william.ball@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

PAMELA BARR DUP T. 07974 826165 E. pamela.barr@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

TOM CAMPBELL ALLIANCE T. 07595 978690 E. tom.campbell@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

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STEPHEN McCARTHY UUP T. 07525 751293 E stephen.mccarthy@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

STEPHEN ROSS DUP T. 07713 946038 E stephen.ross@ antrimandnewtown abbey.gov.uk

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HELP THOSE IN NEED

USEFUL NUMBERS

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If you would like to do your bit for those who are most in need in our Borough, then why not donate to our Foodbank Friday?

The next Foodbank Friday is on Friday 11 May and all items received will be donated to JAM (Jesus and Me) Store, 1st Randalstown Presbyterian Church by Mayor, Councillor Paul Hamill. You can donate items at any of our five leisure centres, Antrim Civic Centre or Mossley Mill.

Items which can be donated include tins of soup or tins of meat, packets of pasta or rice, tea or coffee, cereals, dried fruit or soup mix, jams and preserves, nappies and toiletries. At our last Foodbank Friday, all of the items were gratefully received by the foodbank at Whiteabbey Presbyterian Church. We would like to thank all of you who contributed to such a worthwhile cause.

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Corporate Improvement Plan

2018-19

YOUR SAY ON THE CORPORATE IMPROVEMENT PLAN 2018-19

We are committed to delivering a range of ambitious improvements for our citizens and these are set out in the Corporate Improvement Plan 2018-19 (Draft for Consultation).

It’s your chance to have your say to help shape the work we do and ways that the Council can improve. Please give us your comments and feedback before 24 May 2018.

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Copies of the Draft Plan are available to download from antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/performance Alternatively T. 028 9034 0088 or E. james.porter@antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk.

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PLEASE NOTE - The Council is NOT responsible for these services. We've listed some useful contacts to help you.

Animal Welfare Bryson Energy Bus and Rail queries (Translink) Citizens Advice (Antrim & Newtownabbey) Education Authority Electricity Faults & Emergencies (24 hours)

028 2563 3134 0800 142 2865 028 9066 6630 028 9590 6505 028 2565 3333 03457 643 643

Fallen trees (Department for Infrastructure) 0300 200 7893 Gas Emergency Response (24 hours)

0800 002 001

Hospitals Antrim Area Hospital Whiteabbey Hospital

028 9442 4000 028 9086 5181

Housing Executive Main Number (including grass cutting & graffiti) Repairs Line Housing Benefit

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Land Registry 0300 200 7803 0300 200 7804 Mapping (Land & Property Services) Northern Health & Social Care Trust 028 9442 4000 Pest Control (Consult your phone directory) 0300 200 7801 Rates (Property Rating & Valuation) TransportNI (previously Roads Service) 028 9046 3250 Bus shelter vandalism/graffiti 028 9054 0540 Cut roadside trees and grass verges 0300 200 7891 Fallen trees 028 9025 3000 Flooding roadway, footpath and blocked road gullies (24 hours) 0300 200 7893 Road repairs (including potholes) 0300 200 7899 Street lighting 0845 712 3321 Traffic Hotline 0300 200 7893 Winter salting (24 hours) Social Security Agency Antrim and Newtownabbey Offices: Benefits Freephone Employment Service

0800 022 4250 0300 200 7822

Telephone/Utility Boxes (BT fault) Voting (Electoral Office) Water (NI Water) Flooding Incident Line (24 hours) Report your property is flooded or flooding

0800 023 2023 0800 432 0712 03457 440088

Flooding - Council owned property

028 9446 3113

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Burst watermains and blocked sewers 0345 744 0088 (Northern Ireland Water) (24 hours) Overflowing rivers and watercourses (Rivers Agency) Water pollution in watercourse (Northern Ireland Environment Agency)

028 9260 6100 0800 807 060

Consumerline (9.00 am to 4.00 pm)

0300 123 6262

Action Fraud

0300 123 2040

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FACILITIES Antrim Castle Gardens & Clotworthy House Ballyclare Town Hall Flax Gallery & Museum at The Mill Pogues Entry Sentry Hill Whitehouse

Opening times for recycling centres are available at antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/recycling 028 9447 3813 028 9442 3640 028 9442 8107 028 9034 0056 028 9034 0056

Contact details for community centres are available at antrim andnewtownabbey.gov.uk/ community centres

PARK WARDENS

To report an incident in a park 028 9034 0275

BIN COLLECTIONS

Check your bin collection day at antrimandnewtownabbey.gov. uk/binchecker Please remember to leave your bin out for 7am on collection day at normal collection points.

028 9034 0056 E. waste@antrim andnewtownabbey.gov.uk

GIVE US A FOLLOW! Our social media channels are a great way to find out about Council business, events and important information.

To keep up to date make sure you like our Facebook page:

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Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough and follow us on Twitter @ANBorough

Saving 4 x £5 oil stamps each week from 30 April to 30 September would give you £440 towards and oil fill.

Buying home heating oil can be a costly purchase. Why not use the Council’s Oil Stamp Saving Scheme to help you budget?

Each saving stamp costs £5 and can be purchased at various participating outlets throughout the Borough. Stamps are placed on an oil stamp saving card for you to use as payment or part payment for oil at any of the participating oil companies.

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