The Lord Mayor of Dublin Councillor Paddy Bourke will launch “Opportunities for Young People, Summer 2008”, on Tuesday 6th May 2008 at 7pm in The Atrium, Civic Offices, Dublin 8.
The Lord Mayor said “Dublin City Council, Catholic Youth Centre and Dublin Parks Tennis League have done tremendous work for Dublin’s young people over the years. The 2008 Summer programme of activities and events is very varied and over 50,000 young people are expected to participate. I hope everyone taking part in the events will have an exciting and fun-filled summer.”
Dublin City Council, Catholic Youth Centre and Dublin Parks Tennis League will provide and support a wide range of activities and events throughout the summer of 2008. Activities and events planned range from summer projects, art programmes, drama and rap workshops to various sporting activities and special events.
Dublin Public Libraries have planned once again a varied programme for children this summer “Many Faces, Many Places”. All activities will have an intercultural theme, aimed at informing children about other cultures, as well as giving them a chance to learn more about their own.
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Dublin City Public Libraries with International Education Services
‘Many Faces, Many Places’ for summer 2008.
MUSICAL JOURNEYS
With Rachel Dempsey and Sofia Arteaga
Come on a Musical Journey around the world, with singing, movement, listening, playing instruments, art and discussion. Suitable for ages 7 +
- Charleville Mall Tues 22nd July….. 11.00
- Central Library, Ilac Centre Tues 22nd July…….1.00
- Pembroke Tues 22nd July ……3.00
- Rathmines Wed 23rd July ……11.00
- Dolphin’s Barn Wed 23rd July……1.15
- Terenure Wed 23rd July……3.00
FAIRYTALE WORKSHOPS
A journey through fairytales from Germany,Ireland and the Czech Republic through puppetry and drama workshops.
Puppetry Workshop Suitable for ages 6+
- Ballymun Tues 29th July @ 11.00
- Walkinstown Thurs 31st July @ 2.00
Drama Workshop Suitable for ages 5+
- Finglas Tues 29th @ 2.00
- Dolphin’s Barn Thurs 31st July @ 11.00
DANCE AROUND THE WORLD
With Deirdre O’Neill
Through fable and music, participants are invited to dance their way through foreign lands in a journey of culture, rhythm, and movement across continents. Suitable for ages 6 – 12
- Cabra Wed 2nd July at 11.00
- Rathmines Wed 2nd July at 3.00
- Coolock Thurs 3rd July at 11.00
- Raheny Thurs 3rd July at 2.00
RAP WRITING WORKSHOPS
With Glen Boyne
A chance to be really creative with this introduction to Rap Writing. Learn how to tell your own story through rhyme, using the techniques of Rap. Impress friends with your newfound skills! Suitable for ages 10+
- Ballyfermot Tues 1st July 11.30
- Walkinstown Tues 1st July 2.30
- Coolock Tues 8th July 11.30
- Donaghmede Tues 8th July 2.30
- Finglas Thurs 31st July 11.30
- Ballymun Thurs 31st July 2.30
TALKING CULTURE
With Mags Curley
A workshop for children, involving much discussion, which will instil a sense of respect for people’s differing cultural traditions.
Suitable for age 10+
- Coolock Wed July 16th at 3.00
- Cabra
- Walkinstown
AFRICA FOR ALL
African Story Time with Ronke Arogundade
Traditional tales from the African continent. Suitable for ages 5 – 12
- Drumcondra Wed 2nd July 11.00
- Phibsborough Wed 2nd July 2.00
African Board Games
A chance to learn and play one of the world’s oldest games. Suitable for ages 7 +
- Terenure Thurs 3rd July 12.00
- Pembroke Thurs 3rd July 3.00
ART WORKSHOPS
With Kitty Rogers
Explore ideas of culture by creating your own worlds and flags using collage, drawing and pattern in these art workshops for children. Suitable for ages 7+
- Ringsend Tues 15th July 11.30am
- Kevin St Tues 15th July 2.30pm
- Cabra Wed 16th July 11.00
- Central Library, Ilac Centre Wed 16th July 1.00
- Charleville Mall Wed 16th July 3.30
- Raheny Thurs 17th July 11.00
- Donaghmede Thurs 17th July 1.30
- Marino Thurs 17th July 3.30pm
- Inchicore Tues 22nd July 11.30am
- Pearse St Tues 22nd July 2.30pm (Docklands Festival)
DRUM CIRCLES
With Drum Nature
Using drums and percussion the participants create a unique in-the-moment rhythm consisting of everyone's individual contribution. Drum circles are about community, creativity and fun. Suitable for ages 7+
- Ballyfermot Thurs 24th July @ 11.00
- Dolphin’s Barn Thurs 24th July @ 1.00
- Terenure Thurs 24th July @ 3.00
STORYTIME
LEGENDY ZNAD WISLY / LEGENDS FROM WISLA
Traditional Polish legends with Kasia Lech
Kasia is an actress, TV presenter and drama teacher from Poland. Join her to dance and act your way through ancient Polish fables.
Suitable for ages 5+
- Ballyfermot 11.00, Rathmines 2.00, Terenure 4.00…………….. Mon 7th July
- Cabra 11.00, Drumcondra 1.30, Charleville Mall 4.00…………. Tues 8th July
- Central Library, Ilac Centre 11.00, Raheny 2.00, Coolock 4.00… Wed 9th July
- Ballymun 11.00, Finglas 1.00, Central Library, Ilac Centre 3.30… Thurs 10th July
SCÉALTA Ó CHÉIN IS Ó CHÓNGAR/STORIES FROM FAR AND NEAR
Bilingual storytelling with Seosamh O Maolalai. Suitable for age 7+
- Marino Tues 8th July 11.00
- Inchicore Thurs 10th July 11.00
- Ringsend Thurs 10th July 2.15
STORIES FROM BEYOND WITH AIDEEN
Aideen collects stories from all around the world, with the help of SPIRASI, a group giving support to migrant workers, asylum seekers and refugees. She travels around Ireland, sharing these stories with adults and children. Suitable for ages 7+
- Kevin St………… Mon 21st July 11.30
- Pearse St………Mon 21st July 2.30
- Donaghmede ……..Wed 23rd July at 11.30
- Phibsborough …….Wed 23rd July at 2.00
Learning About African Culture Through Music
The Intercultural Relations Unit Dublin City Council, as part of the European Year of Intercultural Dialogue 2008, will run a number of African based storytelling workshops in libraries and summer projects throughout the city during the month of July.
For further information contact:
Declan Hayden, Intercultural Relations Unit
Tel: 01 2225091
Email: declanhayden@dublincity.ie
Art workshops with Dublin City Council Community Development Section.
Are you interested in art? Would you like to learn how to use different art forms? If you are over 10 years old, why not sign up for a summer art camp at your local library. For further details contact your local library or visit www.dublincitypubliclibraries.ie
EXHIBITION
INTERFACE By Gino Kenny
A photographic exhibition which evolved as a result of Gino Kenny’s extensive travels over a period of seven years. It is made up of 60 portrait photographs from 13 different countries, inspired by the many people he met along his journey. This exhibition is available to view throughout the month of July in the Central Library, Ilac Centre, Henry Street.
For full details of events in Dublin City Libraries throughout the summer contact your local branch or check www.dublincitypubliclibraries.ie
SUMMER READING TREE CHALLENGE
Join in the fun this summer for the Reading Tree challenge at participating libraries. Get a logbook and then all you need to do to earn a certificate is read six books. Younger readers can decorate the library’s tree with fruit as they read throughout the summer. Certificates awarded at your local library.
LEARNING BUS
Dublin City Libraries Learning Bus is a fully equipped mobile learning unit aimed at bringing computer learning into your community. The Learning Bus is equipped with six multi-media computer stations with full Internet access and a full range of support material including books, magazines, CDs and DVDs. Free tuition is available to help get you started with computers and the Internet. After the initial session we encourage you to carry on using the Internet, which is available for free at your local library. For further details phone 6744851.
National Play Day
Join in the fun at Dublin City Council’s Play Day in Merrion Square. Free Events all afternoon. Come visit the library tent for storytelling and art workshops.
For further details please contact Dublin City Council at 01 2225394
DUBLIN: One City One Book
Gulliver’s Travels Art Competition
Dublin City Public Libraries has organised an art competition to celebrate One City, One Book – Gulliver’s Travels. Create your own design for a book cover that could be used for Gulliver’s Travels. Your entry must be on A4 sized paper and can be created using any type of art materials you like.
Don’t forget to borrow a copy of the book at your local library!
Simply submit your entry, with your name, age and telephone number, to your local library before the closing date.
- Closing Date: Friday September 26th
- Categories: Junior (under 11); Senior (over 11)