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FESTIVAL TIME From 18th - 22nd November the fifth annual C.S. Lewis Festival will celebrate the impact and legacy of one of the world’s literary greats - C.S. Lewis.
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SURPRISED BY JOY AT THE C.S. LEWIS FESTIVAL 2017
At this year’s festival everyone is invited to be ‘Surprised by Joy,’ a theme taken from C.S. Lewis’s works of the same name
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hrough a series of events and activities including talks, film, theatre, arts, crafts, readings, discussions, music, workshops, exhibitions, tours and children’s activities; the festival will showcase Lewis’s diverse works, his legacy and especially his strong connections to his childhood home of east Belfast. With a full festival programme, highlights for this year include: A joyous familyfriendly, fun programme featuring storytelling, crafts, music, yoga, art and film screenings. The little ones will enjoy Narnia storytelling at Sydenham Methodist Church, screenings of films
UP, A Monster Calls or an illustration workshop at Strand Arts Centre. Also at the Strand Arts Centre, artist Deirdre Robb will reveal how the ‘Worry Tree’ can provide positive thinking. Little folk under 6 years old can explore music and movement with Kyle Reily at Strand Presbyterian Church. Create your own fantastical creature, like C.S. Lewis and his brother once did as children, at EastSide Visitor Centre or pop into the Narnia-themed Fine and Dandy market at Crescent Arts Centre. Open yourself to the joy of writing and literature through a range of workshops and conversations. Take part in a special
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY On Saturday 14th October, Mrs Rosemary Graham (nee Howard), who once worked in the Harland and Wolff Drawing Offices as a tracer, celebrated her 105th birthday in the newly opened Titanic Hotel Belfast. ----------
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HARLAND & WOLFF TRACER CELEBRATES HER 105TH BIRTHDAY
MRS GRAHAM began working in the shipyard in 1936, and despite leaving when she got married a few years later, was asked back during World War 2 to help the war effort.
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rs Graham has fond memories of working in the shipyard, and her family were keen to mark her birthday by bringing her back to the building she once worked in. Kerrie Sweeney, Chief Executive of Titanic Foundation, was delighted that members of her team could meet with Mrs Graham and her family: “Former employees have been vital to this project, and their knowledge, support, memories and artefacts were invaluable to the restoration of the building. With the Heritage Lottery Fund’s support we have safeguarded the Drawing Offices for future generations and unlocked the commercial potential of the entire building as a boutique hotel with heritage at its core. This is a truly unique and authentic project
for Belfast that could not have happened without the support from the Heritage Enterprise Scheme.” Her son Howard, commented, “My mother has very happy memories of her time at Harland & Wolff. She and all her colleagues were very proud of the work they did during what was a very difficult time.” Mrs Graham was accompanied for lunch by her son, daughter, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, great grandson and extended family, and they enjoyed the celebrations in the beautifully restored Wolff Grill. Among the ships Mrs Graham remembers working on is HMS Belfast, ship number 1000 built by Harland & Wolff and launched on the 17th March 1938. The most significant surviving Second World
PICTURED : MRS ROSEMARY GRAHAM, A FORMER TRACER IN THE HARLAND & WOLFF SHIPYARD, CELEBRATING HER 105TH BIRTHDAY IN TITANIC HOTEL BELFAST WITH HER SON HOWARD AND DAUGHTER PATRICIA, ALONGSIDE SIOBHAN FROM TITANIC FOUNDATION.
War Royal Navy warship, HMS Belfast served the navy for more than twenty years in both World War 2, the Korean War and a series of overseas commissions. In 1967 plans were successfully formulated to save it from scrappage and preserve it as a museum ship, with HMS Belfast now moored on the River Thames in London as a branch of the Imperial War Museum. The stunning Drawing
Offices have been transformed thanks to National Lottery players through a £5m grant, secured by the Titanic Foundation Ltd from the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) through its Heritage Enterprise programme. This innovative programme is designed to bring heritage buildings back into sustainable use, bringing new jobs, new opportunities and new investment to local communities.
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EAST BELFAST MISSION ‘HITS A HIGH NOTE’ WITH BELFAST COMMUNITY GOSPEL CHOIR
With Belfast Community Gospel Choir (BCGC) as the star attraction, the performance will feature over 50 singers from Belfast and beyond. As Northern Ireland’s first and only multicultural gospel choir, the partnership between BCGC and EBM reflects the inclusive nature of both organisations. L-R Jenny Russell, Marie Lacey, Director of Belfast Community Gospel Choir and Tina Blackburne, choir member, alongside Andrew Irvine, COO, East Belfast Mission
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iming to transform lives, EBM is a charity at the heart of the community helping young and old from all backgrounds, with the Mission providing counselling and services to lift people out of homelessness or unemployment. EBM, which is part of the Methodist Church, in large part funds its work through a number of social economy businesses. From 12 Restore charity shops, the Refresh Café, and Bright Sparks day care nursery to the Hosford Homelessness Service and East Belfast Social Enterprise. Chief Operating Officer of EBM, Andrew Irvine, explains the importance of the concert in supporting the work of the charity: “With funds
CHARITY COLLECTION “I would like to thank the people of East Belfast for their kind donation at our street collection from 22nd to 25th August. The amount raised was Tue £448. Wed£547. Thu £420.70 and Friday £319.15” Heather Stewart.
WALK WEDNESDAYS Walk Wednesdays are back for the autumn - starting at 9.45am leaving from EastSide Visitor Centre. Every week after will begin at 11am, the
raised from ticket sales going directly to the wide range of projects we operate, ‘An Evening with Belfast Community Gospel Choir’ is an event with real purpose. As audience members sing and dance along, they can be confident of the difference they will be making in the lives of some of our city’s most vulnerable people. At East Belfast Mission, our door is always open to those who need our help – so the concert is an ideal opportunity to reach out to the local community, and showcase how - with the right support and encouragement - it is possible to find hope in even the most difficult circumstances.” Director of BCGC, Marie Lacey, added:
walks will vary every week but will meet at EastSide Visitor Centre. End your walk with a free cuppa at the Visitor Centre. For information or to register, contact Laura at laura@ eastsidepartnership.com.
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“We are really excited to perform at the Skainos Centre on 24th November. As Belfast Community Gospel Choir, we are committed to performing music that carries the message of love, joy and peace – and, having been raised on the Newtownards Road, it’s particularly special for me to bring the choir to perform at the East Belfast Mission.” To book tickets for East Belfast Mission presents ‘An Evening with Belfast Community Gospel Choir’, please visit http://www.ebm.org.uk/ or call into one of the charity’s 12 Restore shops. A pre-show dinner is also available for booking at EBM’s Refresh café onsite.
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STAGE STARS Two local girls who have made a huge step to the professional production of ballet Swan Lake. ----------
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PICTURED :L-R Amelia & Mia (photo by Ben Garner) Below: Black Swan Pas de Deux - Amy in 5th (photo Peter Mares)
Mia Cardwell (11) and Amelia Larmour (9) – a couple of talented young dancers from Belfast who were selected by English Youth Ballet and are currently having an amazing time in rehearsals for a professional production of the ballet – Swan Lake.
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started dancing when I was two and a half,” said Mia. “I think it was my mum’s idea. I am looking forward to dancing with English Youth Ballet to meet new friends and learning lots of new stuff. In the future I would like to open my own dance studio.” Amelia said “I started dancing when I was three and I started because my granny said to watch Strictly Come Dancing. I really I started liked it and wanted to do it. I am looking forward to dancing with English Youth dancing when Ballet so I can go backstage and see I was three how it all works. In the future I would and I started like to be a professional dancer. I’d like because my to do all kinds of dancing.” granny said to The Performances (9 – 11 November watch Strictly 2017) Swan Lake will be presented Come Dancing. by English Youth Ballet at the I really liked it Grand Opera House in Belfast from and wanted to 9 – 11 November. The ballet will star do it. international principal dancers 260mm wide x 170mm high_Layout 1 14/09/2016 16:17 Page 1– AMELIA LARMOUR Samantha Camejo, Amy Drew, Monica
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Tapiador, Phillip Tunstall, Richard Read, Oliver Speers, Trevor Wood and Steven Wheeler. All the soloist and corps de ballet roles in the production will be performed by 100 of the finest dancers (aged 8 – 18) from Northern Ireland. Tickets can be purchased online at www.goh.co.uk The Audition English Youth Ballet (EYB) held a huge audition for the ballet at Methodist College in April. Nearly 300 young hopeful dancers turned up to the 2 auditions. Director and founder of EYB – Miss Janet Lewis MBE – was on the lookout for the hottest young dance talent to join her award-winning company for the production in Belfast. Miss Lewis said “EYB is all about providing extra performance experience to young dancers. We saw a very pleasing standard at the audition today and it was lovely to see lots of enthusiasm.”
EYB has helped many of the UK’s top talent springboard their training progress and careers into some of the world’s greatest ballet companies – including the Royal Ballet Company and English National Ballet. Rehearsals for the ballet are taking place at Methodist College Belfast. Oliver Speers is one of EYB’s principal dancers – he previously danced with Ballet Capitole de Toulouse. He coaches the young dancers in rehearsals and he will also be starring in the role of Prince Sergei. He said “the young dancers are treated like professional dancers during rehearsals – we work them hard but the results are fantastic! They learn what the life of a professional dancer
is like. They are living their dream and they just love it!” The young cast will rehearse for just 10 days for the production. There are 100 of the most talented young dancers from Northern Ireland in the production. Principal dancer Amy Drew will be dancing the leading roles of Odette (the White Swan) and Odile (the Black Swan) and she is training the young cast in rehearsals. She previously danced with the Irish National Ballet. Amy said “The advice that I give to the young dancers is that ‘ballet is hard’. But, if you love it, it can be a beautiful and fulfilling career. Keep your head up, and if you face rejection, just keep working hard and focus on your dreams, they can come true!”
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FUNDING OPPS Charities in East Belfast will get the opportunity to ‘pitch’ for grants of £15,000 to help disabled and disadvantaged people. ---------PICTURED : Attending the annual Halifax Foundation for Northern Ireland celebration event at Stormont was East Belfast MLA Chris Lyttle who spoke to Lisa Toan (left) and Joan Young (right) of the charity SOS NI.
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‘PITCHING 4 POUNDS’, a new pilot project launched by the Halifax Foundation for Northern Ireland, will award £15,000 to two successful charities, whose ideas impress the judging panel.
---------ACTION To celebrate the 20th anniversary of TITANIC the movie, Titanic Belfast , the World’s Leading Tourist Attraction, is hosting a blockbuster line-up of events from 19th November – 19th December 2017. ---------Titanic Belfast is offering free entry to anyone named JACK OR ROSE or variants of these names (full list available on website) during its Movie Month (19th November – 19th December 2017). Visitors should bring ID (birth certificate, passport or driving license) to gain their complimentary admission at the Box Office
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THE L ATE S T HE ADLINE S F R OM Y OUR C OMMUNI T Y AND BE YOND renda McMullan, Halifax Foundation for Northern Ireland Manager, said: “We are very excited to be launching this latest programme and can’t wait to see charities come up with new ideas to help deprived communities in Northern Ireland.” Jim McCooe, a Foundation Trustee and Lloyds Banking Group Ambassador for Northern Ireland added: “Lloyds Banking Group is extremely proud to support the Halifax Foundation for Northern Ireland. The work that the Foundation does makes a difference to thousands of people in need right across Northern Ireland, and it sits right at the heart of our ambition to help Northern Ireland prosper.” The new programme was announced during an annual reception at Parliament Buildings celebrating the work of all of the charities that have received funding from the Foundation. Among those attending to support the event was East Belfast MLA Chris Lyttle. In its latest round of funding the Foundation supported 313 charities with grants of £972,353. A grand total of £34.8m has been distributed to more than 9,000 projects during the
Foundation’s 32 year history. Leo O’Reilly, Permanent Secretary at the Department for Communities, who attended the event, spoke about the importance of the Foundation’s grant programmes community groups in Northern Ireland and went on to say: “I am both humbled and impressed by the range of activities the Foundation has supported and the difference this is making to people’s lives and our communities”. Sara McCracken, Chief Executive of Angel Eyes NI, which supports families with a visually impaired or blind child, spoke on behalf of the groups that have received funding over the years. She said: “The support that we’ve had from Halifax Foundation has been a real boost to us and our work in Northern Ireland. They go the extra mile, offering additional help such as special training events and mentoring support.’ If any local charities wish to apply for the Pitching 4 Pounds programme, visit the website: www.halifaxfoundationni.org/pitch and download a copy of the application form.
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20 YEARS ago the blockbuster film, telling the story of the luxury liner’s fateful maiden voyage through the love story of passengers Jack (Leonardo DiCaprio) and Rose (Kate Winslet), premiered on screens and became one of the top grossing films of all time.
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he story lives on in hearts and minds across the world but nowhere more so than in Belfast - the birthplace of the world’s most famous ship. To mark the occasion, Titanic Belfast which has been described by TITANIC movie director, James Cameron, as ‘magnificent and dramatic’, is hosting the following line-up: Titanic Tea and Movie Experience 19th November Enjoy the movie in Oscar-winning style whilst being treated to a red-carpet Afternoon Tea with a themed cocktail or a glass of fizz by
the replica Grand Staircase. From £35 per person, to book visit www. titanicbelfast.com. TITANIC Drive In – 29th November For a unique night to truly remember, from the comfort of your car, indulge in heritage and watch TITANIC under the stars at the location where the famous ship was designed, built and launched, in partnership with Cool FM. Golden Tickets for this free ‘star’ event can be won via www. titanicbelfast.com or its social media sites. Movie Magic at Titanic Belfast 19th November – 19th December
PICTURED : Pete Snodden and Rachael Anderson help launch Titanic Belfast’s blockbuster line-up of events from 19th November – 19th December 2017 to celebrate the 20th anniversary of TITANIC the movie.
There has never been a better time for movie fans to visit Titanic Belfast’s nine interactive galleries, which tell the story of the Titanic, from her conception in Belfast in the early 1900s, through to her construction and launch, to her famous maiden voyage and tragic end. For one month only, guests can star in their own Titanic Experience by following a movie magic trail, enjoying themed
hospitality and re-creating their own ‘meet me at the clock’ photo opportunities on the green screen to name a few. There will be something special in store for those called Jack and Rose and a chance to win a trip of a lifetime. Special activities will also mark the day itself – 19th December. www.titanicbelfast.com.
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Christmas inTitanic Quarter
Christmas in Titanic Quarter (TQ) is set to be a cracker! We have plenty of things to keep you entertained over the Christmas season. From TQ’s very first Christmas Lights Switch-On, the biggest Christmas pantomime The Spectacular Aladdin at the SSE Arena Belfast, to Titanic Belfast’s Magical Christmas Experience, W5’s Winterland Express & Titanic Taster photography tours, there’s just so-ho-ho much to do. TQ’s Christmas Tips • Christmas shopping
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CHRISTMAS IN TITANIC QUARTER (TQ) is set to be a cracker! We have plenty of things to keep you entertained over the Christmas season. From TQ’s very first Christmas Lights Switch-On, the biggest Christmas pantomime The Spectacular Aladdin at the SSE Arena Belfast, to Titanic Belfast’s Magical Christmas Experience, W5’s Winterland Express & Titanic Taster photography tours, there’s just so-ho-ho much to do.
VISIT FACEBOOK.COM/TQ EVENTS BELFAST TO DOWNLOAD YOUR VERY OWN TQ FESTIVE FACTSHEET • TO KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST EVENTS, FESTIVALS AND ACTIVITIES HAPPENING ACROSS TITANIC QUARTER, VISIT FACEBOOK.COM TQ EVENTS BELFAST. TITANIC QUARTER CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHT SWITCH-ON Gathering in The Dock Café at 4pm and then moving outside under the stars for carols by candlelight. Then Santa will abseil down the ARC. Our Christmas Tree will stand pride of place in the middle of the Public Realm and there will be some amazing celebrities to entertain the crowd before they illuminate the tree at 4.45pm. Afterwards visitors are free to browse the festive stalls offering a selection of gifts, tasty food, treats and mulled wine. Visit TITANIC BELFAST and enjoy their Magical Christmas Experience! Step through the Old Curiosity Shop and enter the Magical Workshop where you can write your letter and check your name of the ‘Naughty or Nice’ list before meeting Santa. Also receive a complimentary child ticket to the Titanic Experience. To book visit titanicbelfast.com Become a Titanic inspired photographer for the day and join us for our Christmas TITANIC TASTER TOUR on Saturday 16th December. Be transported around Titanic Quarter by The Wee Tram and hop off at a number of stops including SS Nomadic, Titanic Hotel Belfast and HMS Caroline. Booking is essential, visit facebook. com/TQEventsBelfast As part of The National Lottery ‘thank you’ campaign join us on one of our free TQ
MARITIME HERITAGE TOURS taking place on the 12th & 14th December. Spend the morning on-board SS Nomadic, a coffee stop at Titanic Hotel Belfast and finishing off exploring HMS Caroline. Booking is essential. Email info@ titanic-foundation.org Call into W5 to meet Santa in his icy Christmas cavern as well as taking a magical miniature train ride on THE WINTERLAND EXPRESS! Train ride is FREE with admission to W5, meeting Santa additional £5 per child (Selected dates 25th Nov–23rd Dec). To book w5online.co.uk Make your own Christmas Wreath at RSPB NI’S WINDOW ON WILDLIFE! Learn how to design and create your own wired wreath using natural materials while enjoying some mulled wine and festive nibbles. Visit rspb.org.uk/belfastlough Take a journey to Old Peking and meet ALADDIN at the SSE Arena’s first ever pantomime – The Spectacular Aladdin! Book your tickets and join them on this magical carpet ride to a whole new world. For further info visit ssearenabelfast.com Catch a Christmas movie in ODYSSEY CINEMAS throughout December including family favourites Elf, The Grinch and The Polar Express. Go to odysseycinemas.co.uk for showing times.
Grab your skates and head down to this year’s WINTER SKATE AT SSE ARENA! This is your chance to ice skate at the home of The Stena Line Belfast Giants this Christmas. For dates and prices visit ssearenabelfast.com Step on board LAGAN BOATS for a guided tour of Belfast Harbour, departing at 12.30pm and 2.30pm daily (except Wednesdays) until 19th December. Visit laganboatcompany.com Celebrate the New Year in style at TITANIC HOTEL BELFAST! Enjoy a glass of bubbly on arrival and a delicious 7 course meal before dancing the night away! Booking is essential, visit titanichotelbelfast.com Head to TITANIC BELFAST on the 31 Dec to celebrate this New Year’s Eve in style! Enjoy a fabulous cocktail on arrival and a light supper, before dancing the night away in front of the stunning Titanic staircase to a live band, DJ entertainment and traditional Midnight Piper! Tickets are £40pp, book now at titanicbelfast.com/nye PRONI is the official archive for Northern Ireland & holds over 3 million historical records. You can explore family & local history, enjoy talks, events & exhibitions, and engage in historical research. There will be no late night opening on Thursdays 14, 21 & 28 Dec & 4 Jan. Closed 25 27 Dec & 1 Jan. nidirect.gov.uk/proni
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BIG LAUNCH Castlereagh Updated is Aidan Campbell’s 15th local history publication and was launched at Hillmount Garden Centre, Gilnahirk on Thursday and Friday 12th and 13th October 2017. ----------
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CASTLEREAGH UPDATED is an update of an earlier book with newly discovered photographic records and memories of how life has developed on the Castlereagh Road over the past century
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he name of Castlereagh is described in A Dictionary of Ulster Place-Names by Patrick McKay as ‘Irish, An Caislean Riabhach ‘the grey castle’. Castlereagh is named from a stone house or castle which was the stronghold of the Clandeboye O’Neills in the 16th century.’ Aidan was awarded the BEM in the 2017 New Year Honours List as a fundraiser for Marie Curie and services to patients with cancer in Northern Ireland. The grand surroundings of Hillmount Garden Centre at Gilnahirk were once again the venue for Aidan’s latest book publication. After the guests were treated to tea/coffee and short bread they settled down to be entertained with some Castlereagh stories. 1. Most people had a family or home connection with the area including Councillor Tim Morrow (APNI) who was elected Mayor of Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council in June 2017. He represents the electoral
district of Castlereagh East and kindly made some introductory remarks at the packed book launch. 2. Aidan Campbell with guests Bob and Anne Malloy plus Thompie Steele from the East Belfast Historical Society. Thompie was particularly interested in the Castlereagh Updated story as he taught for many years at Orangefield High School on Castlereagh Road and recently coauthored a history of school. 3. Aidan’s wife Christine Campbell worked hard at the book stall with Angela Neill and Tom Conway. Here Christine discusses the content of ‘Castlereagh Updated’ with Agnes and Phelim Green and Kathleen Howard whose father was once Works Engineer at the Goblin Factory on Castlereagh Road. 4. Guide Dogs NI is one of several local charities to benefit from sales of Aidan’s local history books. Some of the other charities include Marie Curie, MS Society and Mission to Seafarers’. A great turnout from staff and volunteers
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at Guide Dogs includes Jacqui Gormley with a very lively Finn (Left), Shirley Scanlon with Poppy the pup and Ally Bennett with Seymour. 5. Some keen members of the East Belfast Historical Society in attendance were Daphne Jones who once attended Mountpottinger Primary School and Noel Brown whose family were leading retailers in East Belfast with premises at 277 Woodstock Road and Dessie Cowan. 6. East Belfast Historical Society members listening attentively are Jack Eaton, (formerly a teacher at
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Orangefield High School) sitting beside Wesley Thompson, Raymond Turner and Doris McGuffin. Also in view are a group of enthusiasts from St Donard’s Church Bloomfield, Glen McCabe, Margaret McCabe and John Bell. Aidan regularly gives illustrated talks to local groups and societies. The books are available at Hillmount Garden Centre, Marie Curie Hospice, Hamilton News Cregagh and EastSide Visitor Centre, Connswater with profits donated to local charity. Book sales online at: www.eastbelfasthistory.com
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FUNDING All money raised in N.I. is distributed from Cancer Research U.K . Central Office to various labs in the UK . ----------
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THE CHARITY started as the Cancer Research Campaign and was amalgamated with the bigger charity Imperial Cancer Research Fund to become Cancer Research N.I.
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ater it was more advantageous to join with the mainland’s Cancer Research U.K. On average THREE TIMES the amount raised by fund raising groups in N.I. is sent back to our Labs in Belfast. Money raised in N.I. can be ring fenced for a specific research or allocated to N.I. Cancer Research U.K. labs at City Hospital. To celebrate our 30th anniversary some of the committee members over the years joined together for lunch in Castlereagh Hills Golf Club. Also attending were the Area manager Mark McMahon and the Regional Manager Ryan McClintock.
The lunch was topped off by a celebratory cake kindly made for us by Marie Kennedy with the top designed and made by Creative Cakes. The committee was started in 1988 with Annie Johnson in the chair, unfortunately she wasn’t able to attend. The original treasurer, at 98, did attend and she is an inspiration. Two of the Original Committee are still working very hard for the charity. Muriel McMaster and Geraldine Ruddock both were given a gift to thank them for 30 years’ service. Over 30 years the GRAND TOTAL of £590,058 has been raised and collected by the committee. Our
BACK : Lorna Hoey, Margaret Storey, Christine Adams, Robert Fyfe, Jim Lamont, Don McPherson, Jim Kennedy, Ryan McClintock. 2nd Maralyn Grundie, Dorothy Brown, Lorna Thomson, Margaret Scott, Brenda Gordon, Trevor Gordon, Jane McPherson FRONT Ronnie Calvert, Geraldine Ruddock, Gladys McCormick, Muriel McMaster
target this year is to break £600,000, and we are well on our way. To commemorate the occasion, notelets have been produced depicting local scenes of East Belfast. These are for sale from the committee and Holywood CRUK shop.
EAST BELFAST FRIENDS ‘BRAVE THE SHAVE’ A GROUP friends and colleagues organised a Halloween event in aid of the Friends of the Cancer Centre charity raising a stunning £3958.90 so far... Jack post shave
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e had the fundraiser at Dundela Club to raise funds for Friends of the Cancer Centre at Belfast City Hospital and have raised a total of £3958.90 so far and donations are still welcome to www.justgiving.com/ halloweenfundraisingnight Dolores Emmerson and David McDowell braved the shave, Adam McAree and Warren Russell braved body waxes and Jack Majury shaved off his beard after 35 years. Gordon and Alan Floyd volunteered to DJ on the night and provided a great night for everyone. My sister Zoé McAree and I organised a ballot and had a great 22 prizes on the night and the Dundela Club provided a room for the night. We’re delighted to have raised such a great amount which will hopefully help those who are experiencing cancer in NI and also to assist their carers.
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Up and coming events are a quiz in November and an interdenominational Carol Service which is to be held in St Colmcille’s Parish Church in Holywood. This event is on 10th December at 7pm. Everyone is very welcome.
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Christopher’s Church. Make sure to check out the ‘Surprised By’ series of mini gigs which will showcase some of Belfast’s best loved and talented musicians Anthony Toner, Ursula Burns and Alana Henderson. Discover C.S. Lewis’s east Belfast and Belfast connections via a series of walks and tours including the C.S. Lewis Bus Tour with Lewis expert Sandy Smith, a tour of Belfast City Cemetery where many of Lewis’s family are buried and an exploration of his childhood landscapes. Make joyous discoveries on the east Belfast Street Art Walking Tour and Urban Bee Keeping Workshop at The Bank, Holywood Arches, home to the Belfast Bankers Artist Collective. Enjoy an exciting programme of theatre, dance and visual arts including a Ceili night at Strand Presbyterian Church, Searchlight Theatre Company’s award-winning production of C.S. Lewis’s The Screwtape Letters at Willowfield Presbyterian Church or the haunting tales of the festive season in Christmas Gothic in the incredibly atmospheric surroundings of St. Martin’s Church, Ballymacarrett. Throughout
the festival, enjoy exhibitions by Colin McGookin at EastSide Gallery and Ciaran Harper at ArtisAnn Gallery. This year the C.S. Lewis Festival includes a fantastic poetry competition open to everyone. Entrants are invited to write a very short poem, based on the festival theme ‘Surprised by Joy’ about what surprises them about east Belfast, in less than 140 characters. Fantastic prizes for winners and runners up in primary, secondary and adult categories will be awarded at a special event in December in W5 who are sponsors of the competition along with Hewitt & Gilpin Solicitors and Arts & Business NI. Closing date is Friday 24th November at 5pm. Plus, look out for special, interactive poetry mini-workshops in residential care facilities, libraries and community groups. Rachel Kennedy, Festival Director, commented: “We are delighted to return with the 5th C.S. Lewis Festival. With the festival theme Surprised by Joy’, our Curator Jan Carson has created a joyful, diverse and inclusive programme which celebrate all facets of
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this literary great. Festival goers will step into Lewis’s world to explore his imagination, legacy and huge cultural significance on the City of Belfast, especially the east of the City, and how it had an impact on him. We invite everyone, from across east Belfast and beyond, to not only enjoy the range of festival events and activities taking place across five days, but to understand the joy the city, and surrounding area, brought to C.S. Lewis and continues to bring to artists living here today. I would like to take this opportunity to express our thanks to our Principal Funder, Arts Council of Northern Ireland, funders Belfast City Council and Arts & Business NI and sponsors, Hewitt & Gilpin, Translink, William Collins, Connswater Shopping Centre and Retail Park, and W5. Their support has been invaluable in making the festival happen.” For all the info visit eastsidearts.net. Follow the festival on Facebook /CSLewisFestival and Twitter @CSLewisFest #CSLFest17.
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I want to tell you a little about one of our favorite breeds - Pugs. Originally from China, Pugs were brought to Europe in the sixteenth century
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ENTER The second Eastside Awards in association with George Best Belfast City Airport , celebrates the best of East Belfast. ----------
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EASTSIDE AWARDS CELEBRATING THE BEST OF EAST BELFAST
THIRTEEN awards categories recognise the best in business, food, independent retail, sport and volunteering in an area of the city already renowned for some of the country’s best footballers, best writers, best business leaders and best shipbuilders
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ast year’s inaugural awards culminated in a glittering celebration at Hastings Stormont Hotel which will again be the venue for the awards ceremony in January 2018. Jonathan McAlpin of East Belfast Enterprise is the brain behind the Eastside Awards. Launching the awards he said: “Eastside Awards recognises everything that is the best about East Belfast. From celebrating the achievements of our young people to those who are contributing to the economic impact of the area, to
inspirational residents who volunteer their time to helping others and those who entertain or who are committed to our next generation.” Open for entry until 20 November, Eastside Awards in association with George Best Belfast City Airport categories are: Eastside Award for Business Start Up; Eastside Award for SME Business Growth; Eastside Award for Independent Retailer; Eastside Award for Contribution to the Community; Eastside Award for Educator of the Year; Eastside Award for Tourism; Eastside Award for Foodie
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Person of the Year and Eastside Award for Volunteer of the Year. East Belfast TV presenter Tara Mills will host the awards at an evening of celebration on Thursday 25 January 2018 in Hastings Stormont Hotel.
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PICTURED : Sponsors at the launch of the second Eastside Awards under the watchful eye of East Belfast’s CS Lewis with awards host Tara Mills. Enter online at www.eastsideawards.org before 20 November.
COME along to ‘Merry across the Mersey’ on Friday 1st December at various locations on Mersey Street.
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PARKS PHOTO COMPETITION
ENTRIES for Belfast City Council’s Parks Photo Competition have been boosted by mobile technology This year the Parks Photo Competition celebrates its 10th anniversary and to celebrate a prize presentation took place at Malone House where the winning photographs were on display. They will also be used by the council for future communications and publications. East Belfast siblings, Robbie and Amy Cooper, celebrated together after taking second and third place in the Under 16’s category in Belfast City Council’s Parks Photo Competition. The competition, sponsored by McQuillan (Contracts) Ltd and supported by Jessops
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PRESLEY IS ‘TOP OF THE PUPS’!
THE GORGEOUS one-year-old golden Labrador was sponsored and named by the Official Elvis Presley Fan Club of Northern Ireland (OEPFCNI).
or the first few months of his life he has been cared for by volunteer ‘puppy walkers’ but now, just weeks after the 40th anniversary of The King’s death, Presley has left Northern Ireland to start his specialised training at the Guide Dogs’ Training School in Forfar, Scotland. Over the next four months, he will learn basic guiding skills, such as stopping at kerbs and avoiding obstacles. When he has completed this stage, Presley will progress to advanced training with a Guide Dog Mobility Instructor who will complete its advanced training and match the dog to a person with sight loss. Kath Munro, Puppy Training Supervisor at Guide Dogs NI, said: “Presley progressed well through his puppy walking stage of training. He’s a handsome, cheeky lad
who shows real potential for the job. We wish him well as he moves on to his early training and a huge well done to his puppy walkers for all their hard work and dedication over the past year!” Janet Baxter, Vice President at OEPFCNI, added: “As an Official Fan Club, part of our remit is to raise money for charity to continue Elvis’ legacy as he was famously such a generous person. “We were thrilled to meet Presley at one of our club nights and I think it’s safe to say ther wasn’t one person who didn’t fall in love with him! Everyone involved in the entire process of raising, training, placing and fundraising for Guide Dogs does a fantastic job and we are delighted to have played a small part in it.”
MISSING CAT FROM SYDENHAM AVENUE AREA
The owners of Elsa have got in touch with us to see if any of our readers have spotted her recently? Elsa is a pure grey Russian Blue cat, just under two years old, who went missing from the Sydenham Avenue area of East Belfast on Wednesday, September 27. She is microchipped and neutered and shy of strangers. She has a sensitive stomach and can only eat certain foods so her owner is worried. If anyone has been feeding a cat that looks like Elsa or taken her in believing she is a stray, a vet will scan her microchip for free. Please check sheds. Vans in the area means she may also have traveled. Police have been notified. Anyone with information can contact Animal Search UK anonymously on 0800 4320340 quoting reference 333019 or email seen@ animalsearchuk.co.uk
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roduced using traditional methods on the ‘sole of the oven’, the hand moulded, slow-cooked bread is perfect for a weekend brunch, satisfying side for a soup, or as the star ingredient of a sandwich. The Irwin’s Bakery Artisan range, which includes Irwin’s Sourdough (600g / RRP £1.25- £1.50) and Irwin’s Seeds & Grains (600g / RRP: £1.25- £1.50), is now available across NI in Tesco, Dunnes, Food Force Ireland, Mace, Nisa Spar and SuperValu and Sainsbury’s.
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BAKING
Introducing Irwin’s Sourdough and Irwin’s Seeds & Grains
To celebrate the art of baking bread, and the launch of its new Artisan range, Portadown-based Irwin’s Bakery has created a selection of delicious recipes to introduce Irwin’s Sourdough and Irwin’s Seeds & Grains.
Smoked Belfast Ham And Wholegrain Mustard On Irwin’s Artisan Sourdough And Homemade Piccalilli with 5-Minute Chilli Bean Soup Ingredients 4 slices Irwin’s Artisan Sourdough 50g thinly-shaved Belfast ham Baby gem lettuce 5g wholegrain mustard 15g homemade piccalilli Pinch cracked black pepper 200ml chilli bean soup Sandwich Assembly Take 2 slices of Irwin’s Artisan Sourdough and spread each slice with a dollop of mustardy sweet piccalilli. Layer lots of shaved ham slices on top of the piccalilli. Top with washed leaves of baby gem lettuce. Season with a pinch of rock salt and a twist of cracked black pepper. Spread the wholegrain mustard on the second slice and flip over. Top the sandwich with this lid of Irwin’s Artisan Sourdough. Cut in half and enjoy with a bowl of piping hot chilli bean soup. Homemade Piccalilli 150g cauliflower 50g cucumber 18 silverskin onions 50g carrots 10g cornflour 125ml vinegar ¼ tsp cumin 2 tsp turmeric 2 tsp English mustard powder 10g pickling spice Cut all the vegetables into small dice. Peel the silverskin onions. Season the vegetables and onions with rock salt and leave for 1 hour. In a mixing bowl combine the spices with the vinegar, sugar, honey and English mustard. Add the cornflour and turmeric and mix to a smooth paste.
Place all in a thick bottomed pan and bring to the boil. Drain the vegetables and add to the smooth paste. Sterilise the jars and add the warm/hot piccalilli and seal jar with an acid proof lid. Store in a cool dry place for 6-8 weeks to help the pickle flavour infuse. Use as needed.
Top with washed leaves of rocket and fine julienne of peppers. Season with a pinch of rock salt and a twist of cracked black pepper. Spread the horseradish chutney on the second slice and flip over. Top the sandwich with this lid of Irwin’s Artisan Seeds and Grains. Cut in half and enjoy.
5-Minute Chilli Bean Soup 250g tinned chopped tomatoes 1 finely diced onion 1 finely diced red chilli 1 clove garlic 1 tsp smoked paprika ½ tsp hot chilli powder ½ chicken stock cube 100ml water 1 x 250g tin cooked cannellini beans
Horseradish Chutney 200g finely grated fresh horseradish 20ml vinegar 50g finely diced onion 1 clove finely chopped garlic 125ml sour cream 15g Dijon mustard 5g sugar Salt and white pepper
Add all the ingredients together in a thick bottomed pan and bring to a boil and simmer for 3 minutes. Add the cannellini beans and heat through for a further 2 minutes. Serve the soup piping hot. Serve immediately.
Irwin’s Artisan Seeds and Grains Sandwich of Shaved Pastrami with Horseradish Chutney, Rocket and Red Onion Salad Ingredients 2 slices Irwin’s Artisan Seeds and Grains 100g thinly shaved pastrami slices 10g rocket leaves 30g finely sliced red onion 15g julienne of mixed bell peppers Gem lettuce or cos lettuce 10g horseradish chutney Drizzle of vinaigrette dressing Rock salt Cracked black pepper Sandwich Assembly Take 2 slices of Irwin’s Artisan Seeds and Grains. Spread a slice with a good dollop of horseradish chutney. Layer lots of shaved pastrami slices on top of the chutney.
SMOKED BELFAST HAM AND WHOLEGRAIN MUSTARD ON IRWIN’S ARTISAN SOURDOUGH AND HOMEMADE PICCALILLI WITH 5-MINUTE CHILLI BEAN SOUP
Add all the ingredients in a mixing bowl and mix well. Place in the fridge to set for at least 3 hours. Use as required and serve immediately. The chutney keeps for up to 4 days in a covered / sealed container in the fridge.
Irwin’s Big Breakfast: Irwin’s Artisan Seeds and Grains with Homemade Guacamole, Crispy Bacon, Soft Poached Egg Ingredients 3 slices Irwin’s Artisan Seeds and Grains 50g homemade guacamole 3 slices of avocado 15g diced red bell pepper 6 crispy back bacon medallions Rock salt Cracked black pepper Sandwich Assembly Take 3 slices of Irwin’s Artisan Seeds and Grains and toast until golden brown. Lay the first toasted slice of Irwin’s Artisan Seeds and Grains on a clean chopping board. Spread each other slice with guacamole. Grill off the back bacon medallions on a lightly oiled grill sheet until crispy. Add the bacon slices on top of each layer of guacamole.
IRWIN’S ARTISAN SOURDOUGH TOASTIE WITH GRILLED MATURE CHEDDAR CHEESE, CARAMELISED ONIONS
Sprinkle with a fine dice of the red pepper or, if you want a real kick, a red-hot chilli pepper will do the trick. Top with final third slice of toasted Irwin’s Artisan Seeds and Grains. Top with a soft poached egg and serve immediately. Homemade Guacamole 2 mashed ripe avocados 20g finely diced onion 1 finely crushed garlic clove 15ml olive oil 1 finely diced chilli pepper Juice of 1 fresh lime Pinch rock salt Pinch cayenne pepper Mash the avocado and the lime juice with a fork until smooth. Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and mix well. Place in the fridge to infuse for 1 hour. Mix again thoroughly and use as needed. (This guacamole can also be enjoyed with toasted Irwin’s Nutty Krust for a great snack.) Ingredients
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Irwin’s Artisan Sourdough Toastie with Grilled Mature Cheddar Cheese, Caramelised Onions Ingredients 2 slices Irwin’s Artisan Sourdough 100g grated cheddar cheese 20g rocket leaves 20g caramelised onions 10g butter or 1 tbsp olive oil Rock salt Cracked black pepper
IRWIN’S ARTISAN SEEDS AND GRAINS SANDWICH OF SHAVED PASTRAMI WITH HORSERADISH CHUTNEY, ROCKET & RED ONION SALAD
IRWIN’S BIG BREAKFAST IRWIN’S ARTISAN SEEDS AND GRAINS WITH HOMEMADE GUACAMOLE, CRISPY BACON, SOFT POACHED EGG
Take 2 slices of Irwin’s Artisan Sourdough. Spread a slice with a dollop of caramelised onions. Layer lots of grated cheddar on top of the chutney. Top with washed rocket leaves. Season with a pinch of rock salt and a twist of cracked black pepper. Spread the caramelised onions on the second slice and flip over. Top the sandwich with this lid of Irwin’s Artisan Sourdough. Spread the outside of the Irwin’s Artisan Sourdough slices with a little butter or olive oil. Place in a toastie machine and cook out until Golden Brown (N.B. Be careful to leave the sandwich aside for a couple of minutes to allow the cheese and chutney to cool somewhat.) Cut in half and enjoy. Caramelised Onions 2 finely sliced onions 50ml water 20g sugar 20g butter 10ml balsamic vinegar
IRWIN’S PLOUGHMAN’S LUNCH - IRWIN’S ARTISAN SEEDS AND GRAINS SANDWICH WITH COUNTRY STYLE PATE , BLUE CHEESE, APPLE AND SULTANA CHUTNEY & RED CABBAGE SLAW
Irwin’s Ploughman’s Lunch: Irwin’s Artisan Seeds and Grains Sandwich with Country Style Pâté , Blue Cheese, Apple & Sultana Chutney And Red Cabbage Slaw Ingredients 3 slices Irwin’s Artisan Seeds and Grains 80g country style pâté 15g apple and sultana chutney 60g crumbled mature stilton or Cashel Blue cheese 10g rocket leaves Rock salt Cracked black pepper Sandwich Assembly Take 3 slices of Irwin’s Artisan Seeds and Grains and toast until golden brown.
Lay the first toasted slice of Irwin’s Artisan Seeds and Grains on a clean chopping board. Spread each other slice with the country style pâté and a few leaves of rocket salad. On the middle second slice spread with the red cabbage slaw. Top with final third slice of toasted Irwin’s Artisan Seeds and Grains. Top with crumbled stilton or Cashel Blue cheese and a good dollop of apple and sultana chutney. Serve Immediately. Apple and Sultana Chutney 4 Armagh Bramley apples (peeled, cored and sliced) 100g golden sultanas 1 large onion 1 clove garlic 4 cloves pinch ground ginger 125g soft brown sugar 250ml cider vinegar 20g butter Pinch of rock salt
Sweat the onion and crushed garlic in the butter with the cloves and ground ginger. Add the Armagh Bramley apples and cook for a couple of minutes. Add the cider vinegar and the sugar and cook until the mix is soft and sticky for 15 minutes on a medium heat. Season with a pinch of rock salt. Red Cabbage Slaw 50ml apple cider vinegar. 2 tablespoons sugar. 1 tsp runny honey 50ml extra-virgin olive oil 10g root ginger, finely chopped 1/2 head red cabbage, shredded 1 carrot grated 1 small red onion, finely sliced Salt and freshly ground black pepper Combine all the ingredients in a stainless steel bowl. Toss and stir to blend the ingredients. Leave in the bowl for 15 minutes to help the flavours infuse. Cover and place in the refrigerator.
Melt the butter in a thick bottomed pan. Add the finely diced onions and spread over the base. Cook until soft and golden coloured. Add the water, sugar and balsamic vinegar and cook for a further few minutes until dark brown and caramelised. Sterilise the jars and add the warm caramelised onions and seal the jar with an acid proof lid and cool. Use as needed. Irwin’s Bakery celebrated 100 years baking in Northern Ireland in 2012 – WD Irwin started in business in 1912 in Woodhouse Street, Portadown, Co. Armagh as a grocer and was baking cakes and breads to sell in his shop. His wife Ruth and sister in law Flossie did the baking at first, the demand for fresh bread continued to rise amongst the local community. By 1932 to meet an increasing demand for their products, distribution was expanded with a fleet of horse drawn and motor vehicles to deliver fresh bread daily on a wider basis. Business continued to prosper and with it employment; in 1995 when current premises were outgrown, W.D. Irwin and Sons moved to new purpose built 100,000 sq ft premises at Carn. Now Irwin’s manufactures a full portfolio of breads encompassing 4 brands: Irwin’s, Irwin’s Joeys, Rankin Selection, and Howell’s.
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S CIENTIF IC DIS C OVER IE S / LE AR NIN G PAR TNER SHIP S / L ANGUA GE S
STRATHEARN PREPARATORY DEPT: SCIENTIFIC EXPLORATION
who dedicate their time to come into our school to help our girls participate in hands-on activities that will help them understand and enjoy science as a subject, and possibly a future career.” “Biology week has been a great opportunity for children and young people in our school to try out experiments and learn about the unseen world of science, such as microbiology.”
To mark this year’s Biology Week, Strathearn Preparatory Department in Belfast discovered the world of fantastic microbes and where to find them.
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he girls from the Preparatory Department’s Prep 3 and Prep 7 classes put on their lab coats, safety googles and clinical gloves to take part in an interactive science workshop. The science day was led by microbiologist Dr Linda Oyama, Microbiology Society Champion & Early Careers Executive, and research fellow at Queen’s University Belfast. The girls participated in experiments using blue lights, petri dishes and swabs to see microbes and germs to the visible eye, and find
out which microbes are good and harmful to humans. Mrs Barbara Mawhinney, Head of Strathearn Preparatory Department mentions the opportunities that the Prep uses to explore the world of ‘active science,’ as she comments – “In Strathearn Preparatory Department we are passionate about encouraging our girls to learn through play and discovery. Dynamic science talks and workshops provided by science professionals such as Dr Oyama brings science to life and invites
the pupils to be actively involved exploring and trying out practical activities whilst learning and having fun.” Nicola Connery, Principal of Strathearn School said – “Strathearn School is dedicated to
supporting the children and young people at all levels of learning by providing opportunities for them to explore and question the world around them. We are grateful for the parents and visitors from medical and science backgrounds
SHARING THE LEARNING
Principals and politicians from East Belfast learnt how partnership working in West Belfast has delivered a real improvement in results for their pupils.
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PIC T URED L-R : A ndrea G o ur l e y Pri n ci pa l Vi c to ria Pa r k P. S . , Jo Mc C olgan Principal A sh f i e l d B o y s’, Ma i rea d We i r Pri n ci pa l S t . Jo s ep hs P S we s t B el fas t , Ma g g i e A n d re w s E as t Si d e Pa r t n e r sh i p, A n ge la Mer v yn We s t B el f as t Pa r t n e r sh i p, Fra n k Mask e y Pri n ci pal C o rp us C hris t i C ol le ge an d S ea n McNa me e Pri n ci pa l S t Paul ’s P. S .
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ngela Mervyn from West Belfast Partnership, Frank Maskey from Corpus Christi College and Mairead Weir from St. Josephs Primary school explained how by working together and in partnership with local communities has transformed their results. Gavin Robinson MP, opening the workshop, talked about the wealth of opportunities there are in east Belfast for our young people, in
the Creative Industries and new technologies urging everyone to make the most of these. Maggie Andrews, from EastSide Learning, said that hearing comments like feeling ‘inspired and motivated’ demonstrated a renewed commitment in the east of the city to making our structures as effective - no better time when the challenges faced by schools are greater than ever.
Biology Week is an annual celebration of biology giving schools and organisations the opportunity to host events all over the UK and beyond for everyone, from children to professional scientists. It is a great opportunity for science experts to outreach to their local communities and share their passion for biology and the natural world.
Bloomfield Pupils Hear about Career Opportunties with German from Terex As Part Of Week-Long Celebrations For European Day Of Languages At Bloomfield Collegiate Y 9-14 German Pupils Heard About Career Opportunities With Employer, Terex.
PERFECT CHEMISTRY FOR BELFAST HARBOUR & SCIENCE STARZ
Belfast Harbour has partnered with Science Starz in a bid to interest local children in science-based subjects with a view to inspiring NI’s scientists, technicians, engineers and mathematicians of the future.
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he joint enterprise sees Belfast Harbour sponsor a number of Science Starz workshops in nursery and primary schools across Belfast, with children as young as three years old participating in science-based lessons and experiments. As an extension of Belfast Harbour’s wider commitment to supporting the harbour area’s environment, the workshops focused on topics including: Pollution at Sea, Reducing Carbon Emissions, Reducing Noise Pollution and Water Pressure. The schools which took part are: Loughview Integrated Primary School, Strandtown Primary School and Currie Primary School. Jenni Barkley, Belfast Harbour Communications and Corporate
Responsibility Manager, said: “Science Starz is a valuable initiative which aims to interest and excite children about the sciences, which is a terrific fit with Belfast Harbour’s ongoing commitment to supporting young people in education. We were particularly drawn to the programme’s emphasis on the importance of being aware of and taking care of our environment, not just globally but also on a very immediate and local basis. We are delighted to work with Science Straz to help take that message to the youngest possible audiences.” Rose McMurrough, co-founder of Science Starz, said; “Our team at Science Starz were extremely proud of the budding scientists from the five schools
we visited. The hands-on scheme, engages with children at a higher level, encouraging a more interactive programme which in turn helps them absorb and retain information more efficiently than traditional methods. The support we received from Belfast Harbour not only enabled our project to happen, but provided the children with important context, showing
how they can affect change and make a difference within their own community and beyond.” Pictured at the Strandtown Primary School Science Starz workshop are primary 5 pupils (from L-R) Adam, Rose Hutton from Science Starz, Natalia, Jenni Barkley Belfast Harbour’s Communications and Corporate Responsibility Manager.
AT THE INITIATIVE of the Council of Europe, Strasbourg, the European Day of Languages has been celebrated every year since 2001 on 26 September. On the occasion of the day, a range of events are organised across Europe: activities for and with children, television and radio programmes, language classes and conferences. National authorities and the various partners are given a free hand to organise activities. Pictured top is Cheryl Magookin with Dr Darrin Barr, principal of Bloomfield Collegiate and several Bloomfield Year 10 and 11 pupils. Below is Cheryl Magookin with Dr Darrin Barr, principal of Bloomfield Collegiate and several Bloomfield Year 11 pupils.
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GROSVENOR GRAMMAR SCHOOL PRIZE DISTRIBUTION CEREMONY The Grosvenor Grammar School community of pupils, staff, parents, governors and invited guests, including guest-of-honour Mrs Fionnuala Jay-O’Boyle CBE, the Lord Lieutenant of Belfast, congregated at the nearby Orangefield Presbyterian Church to celebrate another year of all-round achievement at its annual prize distribution ceremony
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ollowing speeches from Chair of the Board of Governors Mr. Alan McVeigh and Principal Dr. Frances Vasey - delivering her third Principal’s Report memorable
performances, from the School’s Chamber and Senior Choirs, of: ‘The Ground’ by Ola Gjeilo; ‘The Irish Blessing’, arranged by Bob Chilcott; and ‘The Longest Time’ by Billy Joel - each conducted by
Head of Music Miss Rosemary Foster and accompanied by fellow Music teacher Mr Jonathan Arnold, as well as the distribution of prizes itself, the ceremony concluded with a succinct, entertaining and captivating speech from guest-ofhonour Mrs Jay-O’Boyle, which succeeded in thoroughly engaging all in attendance and provided the perfect conclusion
to an enjoyable afternoon of recognition and celebration. The academic year 2016-2017 was one of huge attainment in Grosvenor, with the school enjoying notable successes in academic, sporting and musical areas, to name just a few; to this end its 2017 Prize Distribution Ceremony provided fitting recognition of its continued achievements and
Cregagh Primary School invites all parents from the greater Cregagh area to an information session on Tuesday 28th November, 6:30-8:00pm on the subject of technology and social media: keeping kids safe.
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touch or ill-equipped to deal with important issues. In response to this, Love for Life has developed Face to Facebook – a programme to help adults understand the online world and identify the potential risks for their young people. Throughout this interactive workshop, participants will identify keys to help them unlock a fresh understanding of technology and identify strategies to help them and their young people as they manage their online profiles. Dealing with pertinent issues including cyberbullying, safe sharing and sexting. This
“We are very proud of everything we do here at Brooklands, a place where everyone is welcomed, valued and respected.”
programme will equip parents and carers with the knowledge and skills to protect their children and young people from online dangers. Cregagh Primary School is
situated along Mount Merrion Avenue, just across from the Kingspan Rugby Stadium. Refreshments available upon arrival.
ASHFIELD GIRLS CREATIVES GET CRAFTING Almost 30 Ashfield Girls’ High School pupils spent the afternoon getting creatively inspired...
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he pupils spent the afternoon with Sunday Times Top 100 Entrepreneur Tom Griffiths and leading craft artist Emma Whitehead from Top Floor Gallery to create and promote their crafts for the school’s annual Christmas Fair which takes place on Saturday the 25th November. “The Take Off
Project” in conjunction with Belfast City Airport and Voluntary Arts Ireland saw Chelsea and the other pupils work alongside Tom and Emma to choose craft designs for the fair and to design a marketing campaign to help them engage people across the school and the wider community. The students were encouraged to take
accomplishments in a range of curricular, co-curricular and extracurricular activities. Well done to everybody at Grosvenor on its incredible success over the past twelve months - all within the school now look forward to celebrating further achievements from the current academic year in October 2018. PICTURED: Grosvenor Grammar School Principal Dr. Frances Vasey, pictured alongside guest speaker Mrs. Fionnuala Jay-O’Boyle CBE (centre right), Chair of the School’s Board of Governors Mr. Alan McVeigh (centre left) and a selection of pupil prize recipients following the School’s annual Prize Distribution Ceremony, held at Orangefield Presbyterian Church on the afternoon of Wednesday 11th October.
A WARM WELCOME AT BROOKLANDS P.S.
AN OPEN INVITATION FROM CREGAGH PRIMARY SCHOOL he ‘Face-To-Facebook’ information session, which will be delivered by the charity Love-For-Life, provides parents and carers with basis practical tips on keeping young people safe online. Current trends will be highlighted and advice given on how to prevent things from going wrong online Increasing numbers of children are accessing the internet and enjoying its benefits. However, the risks of online activity for children are also on the increase. The rapid change in how we communicate and educate can often leave parents and carers feeling out of
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the lead, choosing their own ‘Boss’ , Creative Director, Arts Director, Sales Director, Head of Production and head of Digital Marketing. One of the pupils also filmed and edited the event which was presented in a fun and interactive way whereby everyone involved learned about how to make crafts that will sell and how to organise an effective marketing campaign. Special Needs Coordinator, and Head of Media, Tracey Rossborough said, “This is a wonderful opportunity for
the girls to gain invaluable experience from the professionals. We already run a very successful lunch time craft club in the school but with this expertise, we envisage that it will become even more popular and the girls’ products will be even more successful”. L-R Crafter Emma Whiteside, Josie Jamison, Chelsea Taylor, Georgia McKeown, Amy Doak, Entrepreneur Tom Griffiths, Mairead McCormick, Voluntary Arts Ireland with teacher Tracy Rossborough
“Our dedicated and professional staff team is committed to providing excellent learning opportunities for all of our pupils with an enormous range of extra-curricular activities, visits and trips throughout the year including local residentials and our annual ski trip to Bulgaria. Many enjoy performing in our senior and junior choirs whilst brass and woodwind lessons are provided for our instrumentalists throughout the year. Our sporting activities include hockey, netball, table-tennis, tag rugby and athletics. Our football team has twice been crowned NI Champions! Breakfast Club, Two O’Clock Club and Homework Club have all proven popular with busy parents and we are always looking for opportunities to extend our pupils’ participation in the life of the school. Our facilities include a superb outdoor play facility, a wellstocked library and ICT Suite, P.E. hall and separate dining hall with meals produced onsite. With a thriving nursery, Toy and Book Library and Brooklands Youth Centre all within our campus, we pride ourselves in being a school at the heart of the Dundonald community. We realise the importance of choosing the right school for your child. A school where you feel welcome and your child feels happy and secure. Visit brooklandsprimary.com or call 02890 487589 to arrange a visit at any time. You will be made most welcome at our Open Day and Evening on 6th December 2017.”
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HOW TO MEASURE FAT LOSS PROGRESS WITHOUT THE SCALE?
> FITNESS By Stefanie
HOW TO STOP FOOD CRAVINGS
There are so many ways to measure your fat loss progress that don’t involve standing on the scales! A lot of us have a bad mental attitude towards the number on the scales and sometimes it’s better not to use them at all, as they can put a dampener on our progress!
Ttwo cycles I see most often: 1. Don’t eat it, complain about not eating it then binge on it later. 2. Eat it, enjoy , resume normal life.
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ow most people will fall under category 1; most of us have developed this unhealthy relationship with food and view everything as good or bad/healthy or unhealthy, and the more negative we feel about the EE worse the relationship becomes. The more cravings we develop and the more potential binges that we have! I say it time and time again one donut won’t make you put on weight just like one salad won’t make you lose weight but eating 10 donuts might be detrimental to your fat loss goals so join the moderation party! You are going to crave things, it’s normal, and indulging in a “treat” here and there will not harm you! Eat it, enjoy it and try to make it fit into your daily calorie allowance. In other words, have the donut now, and then maybe just have vegetables with you dinner instead of a carbohydrate dense meal. Life is about balance, take the good with the bad, eat, live, be consistent with your goals and have some patience! So here are my top tips: 1. Don’t think about what to avoid in your diet think about what to add! 2. Be conscious of your calories. 3. Fill up on vegetables and fibre dense foods. 4. Do not deprive yourself. 5. Eat in moderation. 6. Focus on performance not aesthetics.
ere’s a few better ways to judge: Belt / trouser size: has your belt gone down a notch or are your trousers starting to feel a bit lose? Then your heading in the right direction. Picture / mirror progress: Are you starting to notice some definition in areas you previously didn’t? Congratulations. How your feeling mentally: Are you starting to look at yourself in a positive way? Feeling and saying good things about yourself instead of constantly putting yourself down? That’s a huge win in anyone’s books! General strength: Not specifically fat loss but it’s a great confidence boost seeing your strength gains go up! All your hard work is paying off!! Remember you can’t mess this up, you are never more than one bite away or one workout away from getting back on track!
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> OPTICAL By Rosemary McWatters
Seasonal flu is one of the biggest causes of shortterm illness, it is highly contagious and can affect people of all ages. Even otherwise healthy people can suffer debilitating symptoms.
In the area of spectacle frames, you might think things do not change much. In fact, change is constant in terms of shapes, colours, materials, design and mechanical construction.
CAN YOU AFFORD TO CATCH FLU?
A PARIS UPDATE ON OPTICAL TRENDS
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he MediCare Flu Vaccination Service helps protect against the viruses responsible for causing most cases of flu. After the vaccination it takes between 10-21 days for it to become fully effective against these viruses so it is sensible to organise your vaccination as early as possible. Why choose to get vaccinated against Flu? Flu is caused by different strains of influenza viruses, which are passed around by coughing and sneezing and through hand contact. Flu is also one of the top 3 causes of time off work which may affect your income. It can have a disruptive impact on family life leaving you incapacitated for period of time. It is safe and effective way to avoid what can be unpleasant illness. The Flu vaccination helps protect you against the viruses responsible for causing most cases of Flu including the H1N1 virus (Swine Flu). How does MediCare Flu Vaccination work? CONTACT your local MediCare Flu Vaccination Pharmacy. ARRANGE a suitable time to get your vaccination.
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Vaccinations are available now VACCINATE – It’s a one to one service lasting approximately 10 to 15 minutes per patient which includes a risk assessment, vaccination and post vaccination monitoring. Each patient will then be given information leaflets for themselves and notes of their GP post vaccination. Vaccinations are available from October each year and it is advised to get protection as soon as possible. For more information please ask in your local MediCare or call 02890 708800. MediCare, Caring For Your Health.
hen you want to know what is the latest is in the world of opticians and keep up to date with the trends, sometimes you need to do some exploring. In early October I attended an International Optical Trade Fair in Paris. This is an annual event with around 35,000 visitors all wanting to see what is the latest. Over floor space of 80,000 square metres (that is more than 10 football pitches) there were around 900 companies exhibiting their products, including 1,400 different brands of spectacle frames. Each brand offers a range of frames with several models and colours. All in all, there would have been easily over half a million frames on show, so plenty of choice! So, what was new? Shapes: There was a huge variety of shapes but round was definitely a recurring theme and the new round frames were typically smaller. There was also the iconic panto shape in many subtle variations. This harks back to the NHS styles of the 1950’s and 60’s with a high hinge to give a wide “pantoscopic”, wide-angled view. All going
to prove that fashion does go in cycles and everything comes back into style eventually. Colours: To me it seemed the whole rainbow was on display and I did not identify any dominant colour. I spotted plenty of tortoiseshell browns and classic black but also lots of vibrant new colour combinations and laminations. Materials: On show were frames made using wood, horn, leather, feathers and even vinyl records. Design: In terms of trends there were bold frames that make a statement, including eyelash effects on the frame and huge “mask” frames that cover more of your face. And if you don’t see anything to your taste and would like to design your own frame it is now possible via 3D printing. So as Jean-Baptiste Alphonse Karr would have said, “plus ça change, plus c’est la même chose.” ROSEMARY MCWATTERS OPTICIANS 41 Comber Rd BT16 2AA. 028 9048 6222 mcwattersopticians.co.uk
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Dry scalp and Dandruff, Not The Same Thing! BY SABRINA ROBINSON | SR HAIRDRESSING Since winter can bring the dreaded dry scalp or make an existing scalp condition worse i have compiled information on two most common scalp conditions and some treatments for these and how to combat them.
ABOUT DANDRUFF
Your skin constantly produces new skin cells and sheds old cells to stay healthy. Dandruff can occur when this cycle of skin renewal speeds up. This leads to patches of dead skin forming on the scalp that come away into the hair. Dandruff isn’t a sign of dirty hair, although it can be triggered by too much washing as well as too little. Dandruff can also be linked to:
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• Psoriasis • Eczema • Stress • Some hair products • A weakened immune system • Excessive use of hair products • Cold weather and dry indoor heating • Stress and anxiety • Infrequent shampooing of the hair or inadequate rinsing of the scalp and hair Signs and symptoms of dandruff Dandruff flakes are larger than dry scalp flakes and are harder to come off the scalp. You will experience itching and usually have scalp odour. Dandruff is a common skin condition that causes white or grey flakes of skin to appear on the scalp and in the hair. The flakes usually fall from your scalp on to your shoulders. Your scalp may also feel dry and itchy. Dandruff is not contagious or harmful, but it can be unpleasant and difficult to get rid of. Treating dandruff Look for shampoos containing one of the following ingredients: • zinc pyrithione • salicylic acid • selenium sulphide (or selenium sulfide)
• ketoconazole • coal tar Read the instructions that come with the shampoo before using it to check if it’s suitable for you and see how often it should be applied. If you are unsure check with a pharmacist they can offer advice if you need it. It’s particularly important to leave the shampoo in your hair for at least five minutes before washing it out, leave it to work in your hair. Try these shampoos for a month to see if your dandruff improves. You might need to try more than one type to find one that works for you. You may be able to use the shampoo less often once your symptoms improve, but your dandruff will probably come back if you stop using it completely. Ask your stylist for advice on what professional products are best suited.
ABOUT DRY SCALP
This is caused by the lack of moisture from the skin and can be caused by the application of shampoo and conditioner , cold weather, product build up, hard water, and bad diet fro example to much caffeine. Signs and symptoms are itching and small white flakes that come off easily. The treatment for dry scalp is using the correct shampoos and hair products to cleanse the scalp and to help restore the pH on your scalp and remove build up left behind by shampoos, conditioners, and other hair products. By giving your scalp a light scalp message using natural oils such as olive oil, jojoba oil, this will help hydrate and bring moisture back into your scalp. Ask your stylist for advice on what professional products are best suited.
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A Solo Exhibition by Colin McGookin RUA. EastSide Gallery , CS Lewis Square,
STARTING OR GROWING YOUR VERY OWN ART COLLECTION HAS NEVER BEEN EASIER THANK S TO ‘OWN ART ’, AN INTEREST FREE LOAN SCHEME SUPPORTED BY THE ARTS COUNCIL OF NORTHERN IRELAND, WHICH AIMS TO MAKE BUYING ART MORE ACCESSIBLE
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or the first time, the scheme is available at the 136th Royal Ulster Academy of Arts Annual Exhibition at the Ulster Museum, featuring over 300 artworks as part of the Belfast International Arts Festival. Own Art makes interest free loans possible for people over the age of 18 in Northern Ireland, who wants to buy artwork by a living artist from galleries that are signed up to the scheme. It works by letting you spread the cost of the artwork over 10 months, making it more affordable to buy the artwork of your dreams. Own Art customers
are able to borrow anything from £100 to £2,500. The loan can also be used as a part-payment on higher value items, helping to support more ambitious buying. Own Art is available at the following galleries : · 136th RUA Annual Exhibition at the Ulster Museum, Belfast, BT9 5AB, until Sunday 7 January 2018 www.royalulsteracademy.org/ annual-exhibition · Gormley’s Fine Art, 471 Lisburn Road, Belfast, BT9 7E Gormley’s Fine Art, Unit F, Derry Road, Omagh, BT78 5DR www.gormleys.ie
Thursday 19th October to Sunday 19th November 2017 · Eakin Gallery, 237 Lisburn Road, Belfast, BT9 7EN www.eakingallery.co.uk · Gallery 1608, 83-85 Main Street, Bushmills, BT57 8QD www.gallery1608.co.uk Art can also be purchased from hundreds of Own Art member galleries across the UK, many of
which specialise in different types of work from prints and photography to ceramics and jewellery, with many offering availability online. For more information and eligibility details or to sign up as a gallery member visit www. ownart.org.uk
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East Belfast Action Cancer Community Group Partner With Belvoir Players A C TION C ANCER E A S T BELFA S T C OMMUNI T Y GR OUP, ALONG WI TH BELVOIR PL AYER S HAVE R AI SED AN AMA ZING £1, 382 DUR ING PR ODUC TION OF S TOP I T NUR SE , A HIL AR IOU S UL S TER C OMED Y BY S AM CR EE .
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et in a Belfast hospital during the 1960’s, the Ward Sister rules the roost. The play follows the fortunes and misfortunes
of the patients in the male surgical ward. When Sammy, a Linfield supporter is admitted followed by Felix who supports Glentoran we can be
sure mayhem follows! Add to the mix a giddy nurse, a domineering wife, femme fatale and an allin-wrestler then we have all the ingredients for a typical evening of pure Cree manic magic. All proceeds went to Action Cancer’s East Belfast Community Group. Action Cancer provides a range of lifesaving and support services to the local community costing £4 million every year. The charity receives no government funding and relies entirely on support from the local community to raise the money needed to maintain its cancer prevention, detection and support services. Action Cancer offers free breast screening to women aged 4049 and over 70; health checks to men and women aged 16+; counselling and complementary therapies to children (aged 5+) and adults; and health promotion in schools, communities and workplaces. These services are
delivered regionally throughout Northern Ireland and from the charity’s Big Bus, which visits 235 locations every year. The hard work and support Action Cancer receives from the local community groups allows the charity to continue the work we do throughout Northern Ireland and Action Cancer appreciates all the wonderful support the community give towards the Action Cancer East Belfast Group. Action Cancer’s East Belfast Community are a group of hardworking individuals who actively fundraise for our services at Action Cancer House and on board our Big Bus. The group are looking for volunteers to help them with Bag Packs and collections.
spiring writers and directors, as well as members of the BFI Film Academy Network Programme delivered by Cinemagic, recently had the chance to participate in a masterclass with BAFTA and IFTA-winning writer director Aisling Walsh. Aisling is known for her work on productions such as Song for a Raggy Boy, Room at
The eminent artist Colin McGookin lived and worked in East Belfast for many years and this exhibition brings together many of the paintings he produced when he lived close to what is now the EastSide Gallery. The artworks reflect both the turbulent history of Northern Ireland, as well as the colour, sadness and joy he personally experienced during those years. Colin was born in Belfast and, after graduating from Art College, he co-founded the Artists Collective of Northern Ireland in 1984 and was one of the founder members of the Queen Street Studios in 1988. He was elected a member of the Royal Ulster Academy, and won first prize at the prestigious Claremorris Open. This exhibition has been curated by the ArtisAnn Gallery, 70 Bloomfield Avenue, a 3-minute walk from the EastSide Visitor Centre. Admission is free.
SOLO EXHIBITION BY CIARÁN HARPER
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Aspiring East Belfast Writers & Directors Meet BAFTA & IFTA-Winner Director Aisling Walsh
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the Top, An Inspector Calls, Wallander and Loving Miss Hatto. Her most recent feature film is the award-winning Maudie starring Ethan Hawke and Sally Hawkins. Pictured with Aisling are (l-r) Calum Orr and Alice Crane from East Belfast. Alice also met Gareth Ellis-Unwin, the Oscar and BAFTA winning producer of The King’s Speech.
Thursday 2nd November to Saturday 25th November 2017 Ciarán Harper’s art examines the theories behind the diaspora of various peoples and how this lifechanging event for an individual can be expressed in art, with the experience of the one reflecting the experience of the many. This is the inspiration for his most recent work. 70 Bloomfield Avenue, Belfast, mail@artisann.org www.artisann.org
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BY OUR INCR EDIBLE R E SIDENT HIS TOR IAN AIDAN C AMPBELL
A poignant look at East Belfast history as we consider the first world war and a poem by Robert Laurence Binyon (1869-1943) which was published in The Times newspaper, 21st September 1914. One of the verses in the poem contains the words:
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They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning We will remember them.
n a previous article I mentioned that my grandfather Billy Walker was employed by the Great Northern Railway during his entire working life. He was from Co Armagh, not from East Belfast, although he once attended a wedding reception at a hotel called ‘Cranethorpe’ now better known as the Park Avenue Hotel. Pte Billy Walker, ASC S4-064591, entered war service on 5th October 1915. A story was told in the family that the recruiting Sergeant asked him ‘What skills have you got?’ and Billy answered ‘I was brought up on a farm and can drive a team of horses’. So he spent the war as a driver in the Army Service Corps and because he was too young he also told a lie about his age. But he survived to marry Henrietta Anderson whom he met at a British Legion dance in Omagh and they had 9 children and 20 grandchildren (including me). Wedding reception of Rev AJE Campbell and Edith Walker (my parents) at Cranethorpe Hotel (now Park Avenue) on 2nd April 1956. Billy is peeping out in the back row between the bride and groom.
Herbert (Bertie) Hall joined the North Irish Horse and the story in the family was that he left school and signed on a year early. Apparently the North Irish Horse had a minimum age limit for recruitment of 19 years old and as Bertie was only 18 years old and his father was not well pleased when he joined up. Bertie Hall carried a copy of the New Testament in his breast pocket during WW1 and he was once hit by a piece of shrapnel. He had the good book in his breast pocket and the shrapnel entered Revelation and travelled on through as far as Luke’s Gospel. So his life was literally saved by the New Testament. When he returned from The Great War he arrived at the Great Northern Railway Station in Great Victoria Street. He was taken home and hosed down with water in the back yard because he was infested with fleas. He also mentioned that trench warfare was dreadful. Bertie Hall is standing second from right in this wedding group. The Hall family home was a grand house called ‘Laurington’ (now better known as ‘Kincora’) which is
at 236 Upper Newtownards Road on the corner of North Road. This wedding photograph was taken at the front door of Laurington in about 1925. The married couple are Lily Hall, Bertie’s sister, far left with flowers, and she married Tom Emerson who she is standing alongside. James H. McCormick was a professional soldier who joined the army as a young man and had fought as a Lieutenant in the Boer War. He then went to Canada in 1901 under a Canadian government settlement scheme for the building of the Canadian Pacific railway. He lived in the town of Lloydminster and became an auctioneer, estate agent and Deputy Mayor. In 1914 when the First World War began he raised a band of men who joined the Winnepeg Regiment to serve ‘King & Country’. As a Lieutenant (later Major) in the First World War with the Canadian Infantry he was awarded the DSO for bravery at the battle of Vimy Ridge. He had been recommended for the VC and was wounded several times. His citation records: ‘Major JH McCormick for conspicuous gallantry and
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devotion to duty. He led his men through a barrage to make the attack. When held up by an enemy machine gun he led a bombing party and captured the gun and killed the crew after a hand-tohand fight lasting ten minutes. He finally reached the objective where he took command of the remains of another company, consolidated the position, and beat off four counterattacks. His cheerfulness and courage inspired all his men” James H McCormick later became a Stormont MP and lived in a house named ‘Vimy’ at 31 Gilnahirk Road. Vimy was named after the WW1 battle where he was awarded the DSO. It is located next door to Cherryvalley Dental Care at 33 Gilnahirk Road. In this photo of LOL 744 Forsythe’s True Blues Temperance Lodge on 12th July 1904 outside Castlereagh House you can just about make out a young John Forsythe Harvey in the front row sitting to the left of the bass drum. John’s grandfather was John Forsythe, who founded the Lodge and he is sitting in the centre of the middle row. His picture is also on
the banner. John (senior) was a wealthy general merchant with a grocery shop at Boundary Street and also a substantial property owner with assets on the Shankill Road. Castlereagh House was a grand family home with castle-style battlements, bay windows and a flag pole on the roof. It was situated in large private gardens and on ground now occupied by the SONI electricity office complex at 12 Manse Road, Castlereagh which is known as ‘Castlereagh House Control Centre’. When John Forsythe Harvey joined the army he was originally a Lance Corporal and then promoted to Captain in the 9th Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers. He entered service in 1916 and was killed by a German sniper in April 1918. In a letter to John’s brother William, fellow officer Lieut. W.H. Patterson was badly wounded and wrote from hospital an account of John’s final moments whose solemn last words were ‘You had better go now. Tell mother’. In a future article I will consider some East Belfast men who volunteered for service in the Second World War
Aidan Campbell has previously published 13 East Belfast local history books entitled: Beaconsfield, Knock, Cherryvalley, Gilnahirk, Castlereagh, Cregagh, Stormont, Sydenham, Belmont, East Belfast Revisited Volumes 1 & 2, Ballymacarrett and Castlereagh Updated. Also on South Belfast, Newtownbreda and on Greater Belfast, Belfast Through Time. He regularly gives illustrated talks to local groups and societies. The books are available at Hillmount Garden Centre, Marie Curie Hospice, Hamilton News Cregagh and EastSide Visitor Centre, Connswater with profits donated to local charity. There are more books in the pipeline! Book sales online at: www.eastbelfasthistory.com
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November 2017 a dangerous beast, he is captured and torn from his home. Determined to return to his family, he rallies a misfit team on the ultimate adventure.
XMAS EVE, 12.30PM Miracle On 34th Street 1994 / CERT U A lawyer and a little girl must prove that a man claiming to be Santa Claus (Richard Attenborough) is the real LIVE AT THE STRAND thing. FRI 24TH NOV, 8.00PM FRI 22ND DEC, 4PM & 8.30PM DIRTY DANCING PARTY NIGHT It’s A Wonderful Life 1946 / CERT U Celebrate the 30th anniversary of this classic film. Enjoy a glass of bubbly on arrival, and limber up for the Frank Capra directs and James Stewart stars in this screening with some live dance performances on stage, classic tearjerker about a despondent businessman and his guardian angel. and no doubt in the aisles too! We promise you’ll have the time of your life! TICKETS £6
JUMANJI: WELCOME TO THE JUNGLE
THUR 7TH DEC, 8.00PM Open House Festival presents Jesca Hoop Jessica “Jesca” Ada Hoop is an American singersongwriter and guitarist, who writes and performs in diverse musical styles. She has released five albums, two EPs, and a collection of acoustic songs. TICKETS £15
MOVIE PICKS
From 26th December
MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS From 3rd November
A stylish and suspenseful mystery from the novel by Agatha Christie, and with an all-star cast including Kenneth Branagh, Johnny Depp and Michelle Pfeiffer, Murder on the Orient Express tells of a lavish train ride, thirteen stranded strangers and Hercule Poirot’s race to solve the puzzle before the murderer strikes again.
PADDINGTON 2
From 10th November
Paddington, now happily settled with the Brown family and a popular member of the local community, picks up a series of odd jobs to buy the perfect present for his Aunt Lucy’s 100th birthday, only for the gift to be stolen.
In a brand new Jumanji adventure, four high school kids discover an old video game console and are drawn into the game’s jungle setting, literally becoming the adult avatars they chose. What they discover is that you don’t just play Jumanji - you must survive it.
STRAND SATURDAYS SATURDAY MINORS CLUB – EVERY WEEK DURING TERM TIME AT 12 NOON Free screenings of family movies for ages 5 and above. WEEKLY WORKSHOPS (AFTER OUR 12PM MINORS CLUB FILM) 1.30 – 2.30PM Join us every Saturday to try out different Arts workshops. From circus to music, craft to drama, your little ones can get ‘More Than Just The Pictures’ when you choose our venue! NOVEMBER * 11th How to Train Your Dragon [PG] 7yrs + 18th Up + Partly Cloudy [Worry tree art installation] 25th The Sword in the Stone [Magic]
SILVER SCREENINGS & THURSDAY CLASSICS Silver Screenings weekly movie classics for seniors (but open to all) on Thursdays at 2.00pm. Supported by Specsavers Connswater and Arts & Business NI. Tickets £3.00 including tea/coffee. Also screening as our Thursday Classic at 8.30pm. Tickets £4.00
STAR WARS: EPISODE VIII – THE LAST JEDI From 14th December
Having taken her first steps into a larger world in Star Wars: The Force Awakens (2015), Rey continues her epic journey with Finn, Poe and Luke Skywalker in the next chapter of the saga.
NOVEMBER 16th, 23rd & 30th Casablanca (1942) [U] 75 Year anniversary. Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman in wartime romantic drama BIGGER BOAT FILM CLUB Bigger Boat Film Club usually meets on the last Thursday of the month in Screen 4. Stay behind after the Thursday classic to discuss the film with like-minded film enthusiasts. Free entry. All welcome.
SUNDAY SALON
FERDINAND
From 22nd December
After Ferdinand, a bull with a big heart, is mistaken for
Ease you way into Sunday mornings with our new monthly literature salon for authors, poets and playwrights – and those who just want to listen to what they have to say. In partnership with Seamus Heaney Centre at Queen’s Second Sunday of every month 12th Nov: Eoin McNamee in conversation
10th Dec: Gerard Dawe in conversation Admission free. Places limited. Booking advised.
SYDENHAM METHODIST CHURCH
Sydenham Methodist Church 92 Station Road, Belfast, BT4 1QD info@sydenhammethodist.org
CHURCH FAYRE
Sydenham Methodist Church will be holding a Church Fayre at their premises on the corner of Palmerston Road and Station Road on Saturday 18 November from 10pm to 2pm. This promises to be a great occasion with lots of things to buy such as cakes, jams, gifts and crafts, knitted items, toiletries, prints and calendars, table centrepieces and Christmas items, hand aroma SAT 16TH DEC, 3.00PM therapy and much much more. For young people POLISH CHRISTMAS LEGEND A Polish folk legend comes to Strand Arts Centre. Join us there will be Narnia storytelling and crafts, bran tub, face painting, sweets and games – and more! It’s also for this family-friendly one actor theatre performance, intended to have BBQ food over lunchtime as well as followed by arts & crafts workshops and a chance to sample traditional Polish snacks! Performed in English tea/coffee and scones/ traybakes throughout the time of the Fayre. Cost of admission is only £1 for adults and by Polish Theatre Group based in Belfast. free for young people. So come along on Saturday 18 TICKETS £5 November and “make a day of it in Sydenham”. SUN 17TH DEC, 1PM & 7PM NISTARS CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR Join the talented young performers of NiStars for a musical extravangaza live on stage that is sure to leave you full of festive cheer. Tickets £10 / Family Ticket £36 (4 People) 66 Rosetta Road, Belfast BT6 0LU THUR 14TH DEC, 8.00PM Hugo Duncan and Friends Hugo Duncan, the wee man from Strabane + guests. TICKETS £16
KNOCKBREDA METHODIST CHURCH
CHRISTMAS CLASSICS ‘Tis the season for your festive favourites – always very popular so pre-booking advised. Tickets £4.00. SAT 9TH, 16TH & 23RD DEC, 12.30PM Elf 2003 / CERT PG Will Ferrell stars as Buddy who was accidentally transported to the North Pole as a toddler and raised as an elf. SAT 9TH, 16TH & 23RD DEC, 3.00PM Frozen 2013 / CERT PG When the newly crowned Queen Elsa accidentally uses her power to turn things into ice to curse her home in infinite winter, her sister, Anna, teams up with a mountain man, his playful reindeer, and a snowman to change the weather condition. THUR 7TH DEC, 8.30PM Die Hard 1988 / CERT 15 John McClane (Bruce Willis), officer of the NYPD, tries to save his wife and several others taken hostage by German terrorist Hans Gruber (Alan Rickman) during a Christmas party in Los Angeles.
CHURCH FAYRE
Friday 17th November at 6.30 pm Lots of stalls - home baked goods, crochet etc Come along and see Santa!
BELFAST CITY HALL
Donegall Square, Belfast
CHRISTMAS MARKET
The Belfast Christmas Market returns to Belfast City Hall for its 13th consecutive year on Saturday 18 November from 12 noon until 23 December. The grounds of City Hall will ring with Christmas cheer, beautifully wrapped in a festive package of delicious tastes, tantalising smells and twinkling lights. Cheery alpine chalets, adorned with festive garlands, will offer up an exciting selection of handmade jewellery, Christmas decorations and a wide range of festive arts and crafts. Find the perfect special gifts for your loved ones or treat yourself! Enjoy a delicious range of local and continental food. Stop by the new food court with seating and give those tired feet a break from shopping while enjoying a Bratwurst or maybe some Dutch pancakes dripping with butter and sugar. Go on, you deserve it! Normal Opening Hours Monday - Wednesday: 10am - 8pm THUR 14TH DEC, 8.30PM & XMAS EVE 3PM Thursday - Saturday: 10am - 10pm Home Alone 2: Lost in New York 1992 / CERT PG Sunday: 12 noon - 6pm. One year after Kevin was left home alone and had to defeat a pair of bumbling burglars, he accidentally finds Special Hours himself in New York City, and the same criminals are not The market will open at 12 noon on Saturday 18 November and will close at 6pm on Saturday 23 far behind. December. Santa’s Grotto and Post Box THUR 21ST DEC, 8.30PM Don’t forget about Santa’s Grotto. If you post Santa Edward Scissorhands 1990 / CERT 12 a letter in his post box (in the grounds of the Belfast Tim Burton fantasy about a gentle man (Johnny Depp) Christmas Market) by Tuesday 19 December, you’ll with scissors for hands who is brought into a new receive a letter back from him. community after living in isolation.
Have you got a child starting nursery or primary 1 IN 2018? looking for small class sizes, dedicated staff and a high achieving school?
PLEASE JOIN US ON OUR OPEN NIGHT
Thursday 7th DECEMBER - 5pm to 8pM
BROOKLANDS
PRIMARY SCHOOL & NURSERY UNIT
OPEN DAY
KNOCKBREDA PRIMARY SCHOOL EN OP DAY
Wednesday 6th December 2017 Afternoon 1:45pm-3pm • Evening 6.30pm-7.30pm All prospective parents will enjoy a warm welcome from our Principal in the assembly hall at the start of each session and then have the opportunity to tour the school and/or nursery seeing our teachers an pupils engaged in a wide range of activities on offer at Brooklands P.S. Come and enjoy the warm and welcoming atmosphere for which we are renowned
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Brooklands Ave, Dundonald, Belfast, BT16 2PA Phone 028 9048 7589 www.brooklandsprimary.com
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REGULAR GROUPS MUMS & TOTS MONDAY CALVARY MUMS & TODDLERS. 10.30-12.00am. £1 per family.100 Dee St, BT4 028 9073 2331 EAST END BAPTIST TINY TOTS (Westbourne street). Each Monday during term time 10:30-12noon. £1 donation. Tel: 07786 962220. LITTLE STARS The Salvation Army 110 Cregagh Road Toys/snacks/craft/music. £1.50 per family. 10am-12 term time for 0-4 years. 028 9045 4466. SYDENHAM PARENT & TODDLER Mon 10-11.30 £1 per family. Inverary CC, 028 9047 1456 ST FINNIANS 10-11.30. Cregagh Park, 028 9079 2793. WANDSWORTH MUMS & CHUMS 10-11.30am. Wandsworth CC. £1 26a Belmont Church Rd. 07903 674698
TUESDAY ALBERTBRIDGE CONGREGATIONAL 10.30-12.15. Woodstock Link. Donation £1 CFC MOPS & TOTS 9.30-11am (term time - alternate Tuesdays) £1 for one child, £1.50 total for more. Tea/coffee/juice/snacks. CFC MOPS 9.30-11am (term time - alternate Tues) £3.50 per mum. Breakfast & creche. 10 Belmont Rd. 028 9067 1838 GARNERVILLE PRESBYTERIAN 10.15-11.45. Child’s Play - Tea, coffee, juice, snack. £1 per family. MERSEY STREET PRESBYTERIAN. 10-11.45am term time. £1. 028 9065 7025 MCQUISTON TODDLERS 10-11.30am. Toast, juice, tea, coffee & biscuits. McQuiston Memorial, 83 Castlereagh Road. MOUNT MERRION PARISH CHURCH 10am Toddler Group. Tel 07905 144070. Mount Merrion Ave, BT6. ST DONARDS CHURCH 10am-12 Bloomfield Avenue Tel: 028 9065 2321 £1 for adults. Tea/coffee/juice STRANDTOWN BAPTIST TOTS 10.00- 11.30am (term time) Strandtown Baptist Church, 1 Clonallon Court BT4 2AB Tel: 028 9080 8380 £1 per adult TOTS & CO 10.15- 11.45am (term time). Cregagh Methodist Church. £1.50 per family (juice/snack & tea) 28-30 Cregagh Rd. 028 9045 7564
WEDNESDAY BLOOMFIELD PRESBYTERIAN 10-11.30am Phone 028 9047 1103. 447 Beersbridge Rd BUSY BEES 10 -11:30am Knock Methodist Church, Knock Rd MOUNTPOTTINGER PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 10.30am Toddlers SMALLTALK @ ORANGEFIELD 10-11.45am O’field Church & Community, 464 Castlereagh Road. 02890 799391 orangefield.org.uk ST COLMCILLE’S PARENT & TODDLER 10am term time St Colmcille’s Parish Hall (opposite Tesco’s) in Ballyhackamore. Men looking after young children welcome. 191a Upper Newtownards Rd WILLOWFIELD LITTLE LABS TOTS GROUP 10-11.30am. Willowfield Church Halls, Woodstock Rd, 028 9045 7654
THURSDAY 123 TOTS 10-11.45am Exchange Church, Albertbridge Road (opposite Keens in the old YMCA building) BLOOMFIELD METHODIST CHURCH 10-11.30am £1 per family Grand Parade 028 9065 8946. CREGAGH PRESBYTERIAN 10am mothers & toddlers. Tel Josephine 028 9065 4181. 102-104 Cregagh Road CREGAGH MUMS & TOTS 10-12pm Cregagh CC. Mount Merrion Avenue. Tel: 028 9040 1444 GILNAHIRK PRESBYTERIAN Thursdays 10-11.30am. £1 per family. 161 Gilnahirk Rd. Tel: Laura 07708 000025 GLENMACHAN TOTS & TODDLERS 10-12 term time. Church of God, Glenmachan Road. Tel 028 9076 1676 glenmachan.org KIRKPATRICK MEMORIAL PRESBYTERIAN Parents & Toddlers. 10-11.30am. Upper Newtownards Rd £1 donation KNOCK PARENT & TODDLER 10-11.45am Knock Presbyterian. 53 Kings Road, Gillian 07803 117619. STRAND PRESBYTERIAN MUMS & TOTS 10-11.30am term time Strand Presbyterian, Connsbrook Avenue. £1 per family. Tel Lila 02890 768890. ESL TODDLERS FOR PARENTS FROM ETHNIC MINORITIES
FRIDAY 10-11.30. The Micah Centre. Willowfield Parish ChurchST COLUMBA’S MUMS & TOTS 9.45-11.45 (term time). 29 Kings Road WOODSTOCK LIBRARY RHYTHM & RHYME 10-10.30am. 0-4 years. 358 Woodstock Road. Tel 028 9050 9239
CLASSES & EVENTS MONDAY BADMINTON CLUB ST Moluas C.O.I , 645 Upp Newtownards Rd ,BT4 3LR. 8pm10pm. New members welcome. 07882 058198. BALLYHACKAMORE LIBRARY 1-3 Eastleigh Drive 028 9050 9204. Ballyhack Book Pack Adult reading group (1st Mon of month) 7pm. Knit & Natter 2-4pm. Bedtime Stories 7pm. Make with Mum – Do with Dad for pre-school children (0-4 year old) accompanied by an adult. Simple craft for parent and child. All materials provided. Page-turners Book Group for 9-11 year olds every third Monday September-June. Booking essential. 9:15-12 First Monday of month Creative Writers (3rd Mon of the month) 6.45pm. Ballyhackamore Crime Reading Group (2nd Mon of the month) 7pm. BEAN BLESSED Bloomfield Ave Congregational Church Tea/ coffee, scones, pastries. 10.30-12 BELMONT TOWER The Programme 6.30-8.30pm. 028 9076 1172 CREGAGH CRICKET CLUB Gibson Park Avenue 028 9045 9440 6.30pm Under 9 & Under 11 cricket training. CREGAGH PRESBYTERIAN Cub Scouts. 6.30pm. Tel 07809 205579. 102-104 Cregagh Rd HARDING MEMORIAL Rainbows 4-7yrs Mon 6pm Brownies 7-10yrs Monday 7pm Guides 10-14yrs Mondays 7pm. Clare 07905 556825. EAST BELFAST MISSION SKAINOS.ORG EBM Homework Club (P4-P6) 3.30–5.30pm. Contact Hannah Ferguson 028 9045 8560. JUNIOR BOYS CLUB (FREE) 6pm-7pm @ St. Judes Parish, Ravenhill Rd P1-P6; Football, craft & games. MENS BOWLS Cregagh Methodist. 1.30pm-4pm. Learners or just sit and chat. All welcome tea & coffee provided STRAND ARTS CENTRE & NI STARS Holywood Rd, BT4 .nistars.com. Singing & dancing 7-8pm TULLYCARNET PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH GB Teenies & Explorers (3-8yrs) 6.30-7.30pm, Juniors (911yrs) 6.30-8pm, Seniors & Brigaders (12-18 yrs) 6.30-8.30 Contact Carol 07813 117453. Presbyterian Women’s Group (2nd & 4th Monday of month) 8pm TEL JEAN 02890 486492 WANDSWORTH COMMUNITY 028 9065 1668. Climbing Tree Breakfast club for school children 7.30 - 9am & After School Club each day 2 - 6pm. Children & Teens carnival drumming 6.30pm-7.30pm. Aerobics 7-8pm. Combat 8.15-9.30pm WOODSTOCK LIBRARY Mindful Colouring for adults. 10.30-11.30am 358 Woodstock Road. Tel 028 9050 9239
TUESDAY 15TH NI GIRLS BRIGADE Cregagh Methodist 23-30 Cregagh Road Tinies (3-4) 6.15-7.15pm explorers (5-7) 6.15-7.30pm juniors (8-10) 7.009.00pm company (11-19) 7.30-9.30pm tel 07783 408609 ARDENLEE LADIES BOWLING CLUB Warm and friendly Club welcoming new members. Experience not necessary, bowls supplied. Ravenhill Green, Ormeau Park, opposite Ravenhill Avenue. 028 9058 6446. Also meet on Thursdays. BALLYHACKAMORE LIBRARY 1-3 Eastleigh Drive 028 9050 9204. ART CLASSES - Book your place in Ballyhackamore Library’s monthly art class (Adult). 10-12. Classic Reading Group - share your love of the classics, pick up this months read. Last Tues of the month 11-12. BELMONT TOWER Childrens dance classes 4-7pm. Pregnancy Yoga 8pm10pm. Belfast Wine Makers 8pm-10pm. Samantha Meditation 7pm-9pm. EAST BELFAST MISSION SKAINOS.ORG EBM Women’s Group 7pm-9pm. EBM Homework Club (P4 – P6) 3.30–5.30pm. EBM Choir practice (age 17+) 5.45 – 6.45pm. Time Out 12.30-12.50. Mens Bible studies 10.3012pm. Rang Comhra 7-9pm. GILNAHIRK LADIES GROUP Stye Brae Centre @ Gilnahirk Presbyterian Church 10.30-12 MOUNT MERRION PARISH CHURCH Junior puppet club. 3.30pm. P1-P3. Senior puppet club. 4.30pm. P4-P7. Tel 07443 334690. Learn to dance. 7.30pm, Ballroom, sequence & Latin. Tel 07547 801383. MOUNTPOTTINGER PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 10.30am Open Door. 2.30pm Senior Citizens (1st&3rd Tues of month). 6.30-7.45pm GB Explorers. 6.30-8pm GB Juniors. 7.30-9.30pm GB Seniors & Brigaders. 8.15pm -PW (2nd &
4th Tues) ORANGEFIELD BAPTIST 3.00pm to 4.00pm “Friendship meeting” Come and enjoy cup of tea/coffee and a chat and some fellowship. Everyone warmly welcomed. TULLYCARNET PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Mixed Bowling Club – 7.30 / Cell Group - 7.30 WANDSWORTH COMMUNITY 028 9065 1668. Climbing Tree Breakfast club for school children 7.30 - 9am & After School Club each day 2 - 6pm Yoga 10.30--11.30, Irish dancing for kids 5--6, Aerobics 7--8 and Boxing Fitness 8.15-9.30. WOODSTOCK LIBRARY Adult reading group (general). First Tuesday of the month. Adult reading group (crime). Last Tuesday of the month. 6.45-7.45pm. 358 Woodstock Road. Tel 028 9050 9239
WEDNESDAY 29TH NI GIRLS BRIGADE Cregagh Congregational. Explorers (3-7) 6:45-8:15pm. Company Section (8-18) 6:45-10pm. Helen 07938 521823. AVONIEL COMMUNITY GARDEN Beside Avoniel Leisure Centre. Open to public 1pm - 3pm. T: 028 9046 7925 BELMONT TOWER Baby massage 10am-1pm. PlayBall NI 9am-1pm. 39th Old Boys Flute Ensemble 7-9pm. Belfast Soroptimists 7.30pm-9. NI Orchid Society 6pm-8pm. Mindfullness 6.30pm-8.30 CREGAGH CRICKET CLUB Gibson Park Avenue, 028 9045 9440 6.30pm Under 13 & Under 15 cricket training. CREGAGH PRESBYTERIAN For seniors - “Evergreens’. 2.30pm. Tel Barbara 028 9045 3829. Beavers. 6.30pm. Tel Carolyn 07816 658507. Squirrels. 6.30pm. Tel Laura 07597 684104 102-104 Cregagh Rd EAST BELFAST MISSION SKAINOS.ORG Kidz GAP - Young children with their Parents/Guardians 10am-12pm. Ladies Senior Friendship Club 2pm-3.30pm. Street Soccer five-a-side Avoniel Leisure Centre 1-3pm. Bible Studies general group 7.30-8.30pm. GILNAHIRK HORTICULTURAL & CIVIC SOCIETY 1st Wed of the month (Sep-May) 8-9.30pm Gilnahirk Presbyterian. GILNAHIRK MENS GROUP 10.30am – cuppa,chat, visiting speaker. Jack Britton Hall, Gilnahirk Presbyterian Church (October-April) GIRLS BRIGADE Bloomfield Ave Congregational. 3 yrs - P4 6.15pm.P5 upwards 7.30pm KNIT & CHAT Dundonald Methodist Church (Rank Road) on alternate Wednesdays, 2-4 pm. Very friendly group who will make you very welcome. Come along and enjoy the fellowship. Enquiries 02890 486247. LUNCHEON CLUB For senior citizens. 12 noon. £1.50. Cregagh Methodist. Pre book on 028 9045 7564. MOUNT MERRION PARISH CHURCH Homework club. 3pm. P1-P3. Homework club. 4pm. P4-P7. Tel 07443 334690. Ladies craft club. T: 028 9058 9149. MOUNTPOTTINGER PRESBYTERIAN 7.45pm Midweek Prayer. ORMEAU TABLE TENNIS CLUB Kids beginners table tennis 6.30-7.30. Adults beginners table tennis 7.30-9. 113 The Mount. OVER 60’S LUNCH CLUB Bloomfield Methodist Church. 12.30pm. 3 courses for £3. Grand Parade. Tel: 028 9065 2314 to book. STRAND ARTS CENTRE “Wacky Wednesdays” All shows £3.50 TULLYCARNET PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Cell Group – 7.30 / House Group – 8pm. 154 Comber Road. Contact - Stephen 02895084930 / 07904498502 WANDSWORTH COMMUNITY Climbing Tree Breakfast club for school children 7.30 - 9am & After School Club each day 2 - 6pm. Sewing 10am-12. Flower Arranging 1.30-3.30pm. Yoga 7-8.30pm YOUTH DROP IN (FREE) 4-30-6pm @ St.Judes Parish Church Ormeau Rd. Secondary school youths. Pizza, snacks, chat. WOODSTOCK LIBRARY One to one beginners computer lessons. Booking required. 358 Woodstock Road. Tel 028 9050 9239
THURSDAY BALLYHACKAMORE LIBRARY 1-3 Eastleigh Drive 028 9050 9204. Rhythm & Rhyme (1st & 3rd Thurs of the month) 11.15am. Booking essential. BELMONT TOWER Art classes 10am-1pm. Baby Sensory Classes 10am-1pm. Yoga 6-9pm. East Belfast Historical Society (Every 2nd Thursday Sep-May) 7.30pm. CREGAGH PRESBYTERIAN Girl Guides. 6.30pm. Gillian 028 9187 4687 Brownies. 6.30pm. Vicki 028 9045 8208. Rainbow Guides. 6pm. Rebecca 07856 488594 EAST BELFAST MISSION SKAINOS.ORG Over’s Luncheon Club 12.30-2pm. EBM homework club (P4-P6) 3.30–5.30pm. Bible Studies womens group 6.30-7.30 every fortnight.
November 2017 MIXED BOWLS Cregagh Methodist. 7-10pm. Learners or just sit and chat. All welcome tea & coffee provided MOUNT MERRION PARISH CHURCH Diamontes Dance Group. Tel 07880 880829. MOUNTPOTTINGER PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 10.30-Midday Open Door. 6.30-7.30pm BB Anchor Boys.6.308pm BB Junior Section. 7.30-10pm BB Company Section SENIOR CITIZENS LUNCHEON CLUB Midday @ Ballymac Centre. STRAND ARTS CENTRE Weekly screening of classic film TULLYCARNET PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Parent and Toddler Group – 10.30-12 noon Contact – Stephen –02895084930 / 07904498502 BB - 6.30 Contact – Irene Mornin - 02890 486475 WANDSWORTH COMMUNITY 028 9065 1668. Boot Camp 7-8 and Core Combat 8.15-9.30. Climbing Tree Breakfast club for school children 7.30 - 9am & After School Club each day 2 - 6pm
FRIDAY AIKIDO MARTIAL ARTS CLUB Belfast Aikido practice on Friday evenings 6:30-9pm and Saturday mornings 9-11am then 11-1pm in the Dojo at unit 9, 45 Ravenhill Road. Contact 07976 758908. ALBERTBRIDGE CONGREGATIONAL 6 Woodstock Link. Friday Friendship. 10.30-12.30pm. BALLYHACKAMORE LIBRARY 1-3 Eastleigh Drive 028 9050 9204. Chill Out Family Story. 3.30pm. Tea & Newspapers 9 am-12pm. Mindful Colouring, adult colouring 9am-12. Board Games - Come along and bring a friend for Chess, Scrabble, Draughts ….you decide. BELMONT TOWER Art Classes 10-1pm. EAST END BAPTIST CHILDRENS MEETING 7-8pm. Quizzes, choruses, Bible lessons & lots of fun. MOUNT MERRION PARISH CHURCH 3rd Fri of the month - Messy Church. Tel 07880 880829 MOUNTPOTTINGER PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 11am-2pm Mens Lunch Club. 7.30pm Mixed Fellowship bowls SHILOH HALL 6 The Mount, Coffee Morning. 10:30-12. STRAND ARTS CENTRE Teenage Kicks Film Club 4.15 WANDSWORTH COMMUNITY Climbing Tree Breakfast club for school children 7.30 - 9am & After School Club daily 2 - 6pm Painting for Pleasure 11am-1pm. Kids Ju Jitsu 6-8pm. Boxing Fitness 8.15pm WOODSTOCK LIBRARY Knit and Natter 2.00-3.00pm.358 Woodstock Road. Tel 028 9050 9239
SATURDAY AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER Intervention for pre-school children with difficulty in communication and play skills. Parent & child intervention sessions. shootingstars@europe.com 07471 169685 AVONIEL COMMUNITY GARDEN 1-3pm. T: 028 9046 7925 ENGLISH CLASSES 10.30am to 12.15pm at Strand Church, 161 Connsbrook Avenue, Belfast. Free. All are welcome, including beginners. MOUNT MERRION PARISH CHURCH SunshineFit Kids - keep fit. SKAINOS BUILDING SKAINOS.ORG Walking Group on selected Saturdays at 10am. Contact Gary Allen on 028 9045 8560. STRAND ARTS CENTRE & NISTARS Stage school. 10-1pm WOODSTOCK LIBRARY Storytime (4-8 years) 10.00-10.30am 358 Woodstock Road. Tel 028 9050 9239
SUNDAY CONNSBROOK AVENUE CONGREGATIONAL 11am & 7pm EAST BELFAST MISSION SKAINOS.ORG Worship 11am. Tea & Coffe @ 10.30am. Creche. Sunday school available for primary school kids. KINGDOM HARVEST CHURCH, BELFAST Sunday Worship 11am. "Superchurch" for Children 6-12yrs @ Ballyoran Community Centre, Rosneath Ct, Dundonald MOUNTPOTTINGER PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 11.30am Morning service. 6.30pm Evening service. MOUNT MERRION PARISH CHURCH KIC (Birth upwards). 10.30am. Youth Club. P4-P7. 6pm. Youth Club. Yr 8 upwards. 7pm. STRAND ARTS CENTRE & NI STARS Singing & dancing 1.30-3.30. Sat Minors Film Club @ 12 THE SALVATION ARMY - BELFAST TEMPLE Family Worship 10.30am with band and choir and children’s activities from 11am. 110 Cregagh Rd. All Welcome! TULLYCARNET PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Sunday Worship 10.45am & 6.30pm Junior Church 11.10am
GROSVENOR GRAMMAR SCHOOL MARINA PARK, BELFAST, BT5 6BA
Tel: 028 9070 2777 www.grosvenorgrammarschool.org.uk
OPEN NIGHTS
Wednesday 10th and Thursday 11th January 2018 T Thursday 9th January 2014 6.30 pm - 9.00 pm m All Primary School pupils and their parents are invited to attend
Principal’s Address 7.15pm & 8.00pm
‘Highest Level of Effectiveness’ The Fort Of The Foals
Lisnasharragh Primary School
ETI School Inspection June 2017
Do you have a child who is due to begin P1 in September 2018? If the answer is ‘Yes’ please come along and visit our school:
Open Night
Tuesday 28 November from 5.30pm
Principal’s Talk at 6.00pm (repeated at 7.00pm)
Christmas Activity Morning
Saturday 2 December from 10.00am to 12.30pm You are also welcome to have an individual tour of the school during the week commencing Mon 27 November.
Telephone 028 90 401211
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