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Date: Monday 22 to Sunday 28 April 2024
Venue: Various
Category: Belfast Learning Festival
Learn by doing, sharing and experimenting with the 7th Annual Belfast Learning Festival.
Sew, cycle, draw and dance as part of the week-long programme of free events and activities.
Promoting lifelong learning for everyone, this year’s festival will shine a light on climate action. Get involved throughout the week at venues across the city.
Find out what’s on
Click the downwards arrow to see information about the events happening on each day of the festival. Click the arrow again to close. All events are free to attend but some may need to be booked in advance.
What's on?
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Monday 22 April
- Belfast Learning Festival Launch with Belfast Learning City
Be inspired by the personal journeys of a range of individuals who have embraced lifelong learning in Belfast; engage in a thought-provoking panel discussion as key experts shine a light on the crucial role of education in addressing climate change and collaborate with others to help develop practical strategies for a greener more sustainable Belfast.
This public event is open to anyone who wants to learn more about what makes Belfast a UNESCO Learning City and businesses and organisations who want to support groups and teams with learning journeys.
- Book your place (link opens in new window)
Where: 2 Royal Avenue, BT1 1DA
When: Monday 22 April, 10.45am to 1pm - Make do and Mend with Small Steps
Turn up jeans, replace zips, or re-purpose and customise your clothes. Learn new alteration skills and help save the planet one thread at a time.
To book email muriel@small-steps.org or call 028 9029 7191.
Where: Lower Oldpark Community Association, BT14 6EN
When: Monday 22 April, 10am to 12 noon - Rhythm and Rhyme with Libraries NI
Introduce children 4 years and under to the wonder of rhymes, songs and stories in the library with these free sessions. Contact a library to book.
Where: Holywood Arches Library, 4 - 12 Holywood Road
When: Monday 22 April, 10.30am to 11am
Call: 028 9050 9216Where: Falls Road Library, 49 Falls Road
When: Monday 22 April, 10.30am to 11am and 11.15am to 11.45am
Call: 028 9050 9212Where: Shankill Road Library, 298-300 Shankill Road
When: Monday 22 April, 10.45am to 11.45am
Call: 028 9050 9232Where: Tullycarnett Library, Kinross Avenue, Kings Road
When: Monday 22 April, 11am to 11.30am
Call: 028 9048 5079Where: Finaghy Library, 38B Finaghy Road South
When: Monday 22 April, 2.30pm to 3pm
Call: 028 9050 9214 - Small Steps with Duncairn Ulster Scots Society
Take part in Scottish Country Dancing from 11am to 1pm. Open to all adults 18+ and no experience required.
To book email jennifer.crockard@yahoo.com or call 075790 16936.
Where: 170 Alexandra Park Avenue, BT15 3GJ
When: Monday 22 April, 11am to 1pm - Cookery Class with Colin Neighbourhood Partnership
Learn about nutrition and how to cook healthy meals on a budget. Ages 50+.
To book, email matthew@newcolin.com or call 028 9062 3813.
Where: Healthy Living Centre, 30 Colin Glen Road, BT17 0LR
When: Monday 22 April, 10am to 2pm - Fight Climate Change from your Kitchen with Belfast City Council
Learn how to shop smarter, save money and recycle food you can’t eat. Community groups in Belfast can book this 45-minute session in an outreach centre.
To book, email environmentaloutreach@belfastcity.gov.uk.
Where: We come to you!
When: Monday 22 April, 10am to 3pm - Bring on Biodiversity
Learn about urban gardening from Belfast City Council’s Biodiversity Officer, Orla Maguire. Discover how to attract pollinators to your garden or window box and take part in a plant or seed swap. Refreshments provided and you will have a chance to learn more about Belfast Central Library’s Seed Library.
To book, email belfast.central@librariesni.org.uk or call 028 9050 9150.
Where: Belfast Central Library, Royal Avenue, BT1 1EA
When: Monday 22 April, 1pm to 3pm - Tea Dance with Age Friendly
Waltz towards a toe-tapping time with an afternoon of dancing. Learning new steps with friends old and new.
Ages 50+
Where: 2 Royal Avenue
When: Monday 22 April, 2pm to 4pm - The Big Spring Clean with Live Here Love Here
Give back to your community in Northern Ireland’s largest volunteer clean-up campaign. Meet at Belfast City Hall.
Register for BIG Spring Clean 2024
Where: Belfast city centre
When: Monday 22 April, 5pm to 7pm - Public Speaking for our Planet with Belfast Speakers’ Circle
Take a tutorial in public speaking on titles around climate change.
The event is aimed at all those interested in improving their communication skills through a public speaking forum. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
To book, email william.magee@ntlworld.com.
Where: Grand Central Hotel, Belfast BT2 7FF
When: Monday 22 April, 7.30pm to 9.30pm
- Belfast Learning Festival Launch with Belfast Learning City
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Tuesday 23 April
- Crafting a business with Innovation Factory
Join this masterclass to explore the business opportunities for small to medium sized enterprises within the green and environmental sectors.
Hear about Belfast Business Promise and explore emerging trends like Solarpunk. Gain practical guidance on how to integrate sustainable practices into existing business models.
Option for in-person or to join by Zoom.
Where: Forthriver Business Park, 385 Springfield Rd, Belfast BT12 7DG
When: Tuesday 23 April, 9.30am to 1pm - Make do and Mend with Small Steps
Turn up jeans, replace zips, or re-purpose and customise your clothes. Learn new alteration skills and help save the planet one thread at a time.
To book, email muriel@small-steps.org or call 028 9029 7191.
Where: Lower Oldpark Community Association, BT14 6EN
When: Tuesday 23 April, 10am to 12 noon - Rhythm and Rhyme with Libraries NI
Introduce children four years and under to the wonder of rhymes, songs and stories in the library with these free sessions. Contact a library to book.
Where: Lisburn Road Library, 440 Lisburn Road
When: Tuesday 23 April, 9.45am to 10.15am and 10.45am to 11.15am
Call: 028 9050 9223Where: Chichester Library,109 Salisbury Avenue
When: Tuesday 23 April, 10am to 10.30am and 11am to 11.30am
Call: 028 9050 9210Where: Suffolk Library, Stewartstown Road
When: Tuesday 23 April, 10.30am to 11am
Call: 028 9050 9235Where: Finaghy Library, 38B Finaghy Road South
When: Tuesday 23 April, 11am to 11.30am
Call: 028 9050 9214 - Fight Climate Change from your Kitchen with Belfast City Council
Learn how to shop smarter, save money and recycle food you can’t eat. Community groups in Belfast can book this 45-minute session in an outreach centre.
To book, email environmentaloutreach@belfastcity.gov.uk.
Where: We come to you!
When: Tuesday 23 April, 10am to 3pm - North Belfast Men’s Shed Open Day
Be part of a community where men can converse, connect and create. Take part in taster sessions in a range of activities from lathe, laser cutting, workshop and many arts and crafts.
Drop in to the Men’s Shed from 10.30am to 1pm. Booking not required.
Where: 239-241 Alexandra Park Avenue, BT15 3HG
When: Tuesday 23 April, 10.30am to 1pm - Growing Project with De La Salle Colleage and Foodstock
Access fresh, seasonal and local food by growing seeds in the school Greenhouse.
To book, email paul.doherty@foodstockcharity.com.
Where: De La Salle College, 36 Edenmore Drive, BT11 8LT
When: Tuesday 23 April, 9.30am to 11am - Chess Meet Up with Roaming Knights
Meet other local chess players, talk strategy and play games at Belfast City Chess meet up.
This is not a chess club or tournament.
Under 16s must be accompanied by responsible adult.
To book, email roamingknightsni@gmail.com.
Where: Belfast Central Library, Royal Avenue, BT1 1EA
When: Tuesday 23 April, 11am to 1pm - Small Steps with Duncairn Ulster Scots Society
Come along and take part in Line Dancing for beginners. Open to all adults 18+ and no experience required.
To book email jennifer.crockard@yahoo.com or call 075790 16936.
Where: 170 Alexandra Park Avenue, BT15 3GJ
When: Tuesday 23 April, 11am to 1pm - Better Taster Session: Group Cycle
No booking required.
Where: Whiterock Leisure Centre
When: Tuesday 23 April, 12 noon - Digital Art Workshop with Belfast Electronic Arts and Music Academy
Learn how to create animation videos on an environment theme in this interactive workshop. The event is aimed at adults aged 18-30 who have additional needs.
Where: McSweeney Centre 31 Henry Pl, Belfast BT15 2AY
When: Tuesday 23 April, 1pm to 3pm - Interview Skills Session with ARUP
Learn how to prepare and practise for different types of interviews with staff from ARUP, a global engineering and sustainability consultancy firm.
Where: 9th Floor, Bedford House, 16 - 22 Bedford St, Belfast BT2 7FD
When: Tuesday 23 April, 2pm to 5pm - Spring Wreath Making Event with Reach Out Healthy Living Centre’
Take some time out with others this spring and learn how to make your own wreath.
To book, email claire@reachoutni.org.
Where: Duncairn Community Centre, 206 Duncairn Gardens, Belfast, BT15 2GN
When: Tuesday 23 April, 11am to 1pm - Climate Literacy Taster Session with Northern Ireland Environment Link
What do terms like ‘carbon footprint’ and ‘net zero’ mean? Learn the language of climate change and help play your part. Northern Ireland Environment Link (NIEL) and Climate NI will deliver Carbon Literacy learning exploring how we can all play our part and why it is relevant to you and those around you.
Ages 14+.
Where: Online (Zoom)
When: Tuesday 23 April, 1.30pm to 4pm - Tree Nursery Open Morning with Belfast Hills Partnership
Visit the tree nursery and see how we’re growing local native trees to plant across the city as part of our One Million Trees initiative. Meet the dedicated team of staff and volunteers and see how wildflowers are grown. Spaces are limited.
For more information, email woodland@belfasthills.org or call 028 9060 3466.
Where: Belfast Hills Partnership, 9 Social Economy Village, Hannahstown Hill, Belfast BT17 0XS
When: Tuesday 23 April, 11am to 12.30pm - Cookery and Nutrition Class with Colin Neighbourhood Partnership
Learn about nutrition and how to cook healthy meals on a budget. Family bookings welcome.
To book, email matthew@newcolin.com or call 028 9062 3813.
Where: Healthy Living Centre, 30 Colinglen Road, BT17 0LR
When: Tuesday 23 April, 10am to 2pm - Full of wonder or full of plastic with Queens University Belfast
US-based designer, writer and illustrator Ingrid Hess takes you on a journey to understand how art, as much as science, can help fight the environmental crisis.
Where: Naughton Gallery, Lanyon Building Belfast BT7 1NN
When: Tuesday 23 April, 7pm to 8.30pm - Book Club with Pangur Ban
Discuss the Ragged Trousered Philanthropist, a classic piece of literature in their book club.
To book and secure a copy of the book, call 079347 26239.
Where: Market Street Community Centre, BT1 3JD
When: Tuesday 23 April, 6pm to 8pm - Set Dancing Class with 174 Trust Set Dancers
Take part in a Set Dancing Class. Suitable for all ages, beginners are welcome. No partner needed. Flat soled shoes advised.
No booking required.
Where: The Duncairn Centre, Duncairn Avenue, BT14 6BP
When: Tuesday 23 April, 7.30pm to 9.30pm
- Crafting a business with Innovation Factory
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Wednesday 24 April
- Lifelong Learning with Forum for Adult Learning NI
Interested in learning more about adult and community education? Meet others from the sector and discover the impacts and benefits of lifelong learning at this informative workshop.
- Where: NICVA, 61 Duncairn Gardens, Belfast BT15 2GB
- When: Wednesday 24 April, 10am to 1pm
- Rhythm and Rhyme with Libraries NI
Introduce children four years and under to the wonder of rhymes, songs and stories in the library with these free sessions. Contact a library to book.
Where: Whiterock Library, Whiterock Road
When: Wednesday 24 April, 9.30am to 10am
Call: 028 9050 9236Where: Woodstock Library, 358 Woodstock Road
When: Wednesday 24 April, 10am to 10.30am
Call: 028 9050 9239Where: Ormeau Road Library, 247 Ormeau Road
When: Wednesday 24 April, 11am to 11.30am
Call: 028 9050 9228Where: Belfast Central Library, Royal Avenue
When: Wednesday 24 April, 11am to 11.30am and 2.30pm to 3pm
Call: 028 9050 9150 - Make do and Mend with Small Steps
Turn up jeans, replace zips, or re-purpose and customise your clothes. Learn new alteration skills and help save the planet one thread at a time.
To book, email muriel@small-steps.org or call 028 9029 7191.
Where: Lower Oldpark Community Association, BT14 6EN
When: Wednesday 24 April, 10am to 12 noon - Better Taster Session: Senior Chair Based Aerobics
No booking required.
Where: Whiterock Leisure Centre
When: Wednesday 24 April, 10.45am - Small Steps with Duncairn Ulster Scots Society
Take part in Scottish Country Dancing from 11am to 1pm. Open to all adults 18+ and no experience required.
To book, email jennifer.crockard@yahoo.com or call 075790 16936.
Where: 170 Alexandra Park Avenue, BT15 3GJ
When: Wednesday 24 April, 11am to 1pm - Fight Climate Change from your Kitchen with Belfast City Council
Learn how to shop smarter, save money and recycle food you can’t eat. Community groups in Belfast can book this 45-minute session in an outreach centre.
To book, email environmentaloutreach@belfastcity.gov.uk.
Where: We come to you!
When: Wednesday 24 April, 10am to 3pm - Free School or Group Visit with W5
Fire the spirit of discovery with limitless fun for everyone. Learn, play and discover at W5, an interactive exhibition centre that explores science, technology, nature and more. Schools and community groups can book for free during festival week.
Places will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. Group organisers will be required to complete a booking form.
To apply, email educationqueries@w5online.co.uk.
Where: W5, Odyssey, 2 Queens Quay, Belfast, BT3 9QQ
When: Wednesday 24 April, 10am to 3pm - Chess Meet Up with Roaming Knights
Meet other local chess players to talk strategy and play games. This is not a chess club or tournament. Under 16s must be accompanied by responsible adult.
To book, email roamingknightsni@gmail.com.
Where: Duncairn Arts Centre, BT14 6BP
When: Wednesday 24 April, 2pm to 4pm - The Guild of Library Writers with Libraries NI
Are you a budding writer or poet? Be inspired as you meet like-minded people and share ideas.
No booking required. For more information, call 028 9050 9150.
Where: Belfast Central Library, Royal Avenue, BT1 1EA
When: Wednesday 24 April, 2pm to 3pm - Creative Writing Group with Libraries NI
Young minds can unleash their imagination as they discover the joy of writing. Ages 8 to 13.
To book, call 028 9050 9236.
Where: Whiterock Library, Whiterock Road BT12 7FW
When: Wednesday 24 April, 3.30pm to 4.30pm - Better Taster Session: Adult Junior Circuit Class
No booking required.
Where: Olympia Leisure Centre
When: Wednesday 24 April, 4.30pm - Writing Group with Belfast Writers Group
Unleash your creative flair as you set aside time to discover the joy of writing.
To book, email writersgroupbelfast@gmail.com.
Where: 2 Royal Avenue, BT1 1DA
When: Wednesday 24 April, 4.30pm to 6pm - Fun Day with Forthspring Inter-Community Group
Enjoy an afternoon of balloon modelling, gardening and creative activities.
To book, email Heather Floyd at mumo@forthspring.com.
Where: 373-375 Springfield Road, BT12 7DG
When: Wednesday 24 April, 3pm to 5.30pm - Elevate Taster with Oh Yeah Belfast
Join this weekly songwriting and guitar programme, designed to help young musicians pursue their passion for music. Learn the fundamentals of guitar playing and songwriting, with access to experienced mentors and a supportive music community.
To book, email caoimhe@ohyeahbelfast.com.
Where: Oh Yeah Music Centre
When: Wednesday 24 April, 5pm to 7pm - Climate Fresk by Decarboneaser
Want to help tackle climate change but don’t know where to start? Join this fun and collaborative workshop using a card game ‘Climate Fresk’ to teach you the fundamental science behind climate change, empower you to take action and join the 1.5 million global participants.
Where: Online (Zoom)
When: Wednesday 24 April, 6pm to 9.15pm - Solo Irish Traditional Dance with Step with Annette
Avail of this tuition in old-style step dancing aimed at beginners. Annette will teach some simple 2-hand dances which originate from Donegal.
To book, email stepwithannette@yahoo.com or call 077887 30429.
Where: Upstairs Room, Maddens Bar, 74 Berry Street, BT1 1FJ
When: Wednesday 24 April, 7pm to 8.30pm - Music Journalism with Oh Yeah Belfast
Learn what it takes to become a music journalist in Belfast. Join established local music journalists and members of the well-known band, Brand New Friend for an evening of training, discussion and signposting.
To book, email caoimhe@ohyeahbelfast.com
Where: Oh Yeah Music Centre
When: Wednesday 24 April, 6pm to 9pm
- Lifelong Learning with Forum for Adult Learning NI
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Thursday 25 April
- Learning and Skills Showcase with Gems NI
Find out about the current skill building opportunities that are available across the city. Colleges, community, public and private sector providers will be available for demonstrations and direct discussions. Drop in.
- Where: 2 Royal Avenue
- When: Thursday 25 April, 9.30am to 12 noon
- Start a pollinator flower garden with The Conservation Volunteers
Learn some top tips to attract bees and butterflies to your garden and help conserve our biodiversity. Plant your very own pollinator pot to take home, take time to explore the garden, identify the native species and learn how to grow you own vegetables.
Garden will be open from 10am to 3pm.
To book, email sian.doherty@tcv.org.uk.
Where: Grey to Green, Kent Street, BT1 2JJ
When: Thursday 25 April, 10am to 3pm - Healthy Places, Healthy Children with Belfast Healthy Cities
Are you a Key Stage 2 teacher or a World Around Us Co-ordinator? Find out more about this teaching resource which introduces children to the links between the built environment and health and well-being.
15 places available.
Where: Online
When: Thursday 25 April, 3.30pm to 4.30pm - Make do and Mend with Small Steps
Turn up jeans, replace zips, or re-purpose and customise your clothes. Learn new alteration skills and help save the planet one thread at a time.
To book, email muriel@small-steps.org or call 028 9029 7191.
Where: Lower Oldpark Community Association, BT14 6EN
When: Thursday 25 April, 10am to 12 noon - Better Taster Session: Senior Chair Based Aerobics
No booking required.
Where: Whiterock Leisure Centre
When: Thursday 25 April, 10.45am - Small Steps with Duncairn Ulster Scots Society
Take part in Line Dancing for beginners. Open to all adults 18+ and no experience required.
To book, email jennifer.crockard@yahoo.com or call 075790 16936.
Where: 170 Alexandra Park Avenue, BT15 3GJ
When: Thursday 25 April, 11am to 1pm - Fight Climate Change from your Kitchen with Belfast City Council
Learn how to shop smarter, save money and recycle food you can’t eat. Community groups in Belfast can book this 45-minute session in an outreach centre.
To book, email environmentaloutreach@belfastcity.gov.uk.
Where: We come to you!
When: Thursday 25 April, 10am to 3pm - Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Re-art Exhibition with L’arche
Drop-in to this thought-provoking exhibition sharing important messages about the climate emergency.
No booking required.
If you would like further information, email gillian.v@larchebelfast.org.uk or call 028 9064 1088.
Where: 54 Knockbreda Road, BT6 0JB
When: Thursday 25 April, 10am to 4pm - Free School or Group Visit with W5
Fire the spirit of discovery with limitless fun for everyone. Learn, play and discover at W5, an interactive exhibition centre that explores science, technology, nature and more. Schools and community groups can book for free during festival week.
Places will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. Group organisers will be required to complete a booking form.
To apply, email educationqueries@w5online.co.uk.
Where: W5, Odyssey, 2 Queens Quay, Belfast, BT3 9QQ
When: Thursday 25 April, 10am to 3pm - Celebration of Learning with Footprints Women Centre
Help celebrate women involved in lifelong learning. Need inspiration? Find out how to kickstart your learning journey.
To book, email charlene@footprintswomenscentre.com or call 028 9092 3444.
Where: Footprints Women Centre 84a Colinmill, Poleglass
When: Thursday 25 April, 11am to 1pm - Take 5 Take Care
Women can learn more about how ‘Take 5’ can aid their health and wellbeing. Learn more about taking care of yourself by connecting with others.
This event is delivered by Aganza projects and is open to women. Women seeking asylum or those who are transitioning from hotel life to community life are particularly welcome.
To book, email Khanyisamafumo@gmail.com.
Where: Chinese Welfare Association
When: Thursday 25 April, 1pm to 2pm - Disabled people Speak out with Action Ability
Be inspired at this peer learning event to explore capacity and consent for those living with disabilities. Together we will learn about important topics including human rights, disability rights, discrimination, capacity and consent. Event is open to all.
To attend this workshop on Zoom please telephone Leeanne or Erin on 028 9023 6677 (option 8) and we will provide the link and support to access.
Where: 2 Royal Avenue, Belfast BT1 1DA (and on Zoom)
When: Thursday 25 April, 1.30pm to 3.30pm - Eco Engineers by Belfast South Community Resources
Learn about looking after the environment and how to make a difference locally. This event is aimed at young people aged 9 to 12 from Belfast.
Where: 127 Creative Space, 127-145 Sandy Row, BT12 5ET
When: Wednesday 22 March, 3.30pm - Warmer Homes with Belfast City Council
New homeowners can learn how to save money by making their properties more energy efficient. Belfast City Council and Southeastern Regional College will teach you about the types of insulation and heating options available.
Where: St Comgall’s Community Hub
When: Thursday 25 April, 6pm to 8pm - Music Photography with Oh Yeah Belfast
Learn from photographer Carrie Davenport who regularly captures photography at live events like Belsonic. Ages 14+.
To book, email caoimhe@ohyeahbelfast.com.
Where: Oh Yeah Music Centre
When: Thursday 25 April, 6pm to 9pm
- Learning and Skills Showcase with Gems NI
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Friday 26 April
- Adult Beginner Cycle Training with Sustrans
It’s never too late to learn how to ride a bicycle. Get into gear with a one-to-one beginner lesson with Sustrans. Bike, helmet and encouragement all provided.
Employees of Belfast Health and Social Care Trust, Belfast City Council, Department for infrastructure, Business Service Organisation and Public Health Agency are eligible to take part.
To find out more, email dianne.whyte@sustrans.org.uk.
- Book your place (link opens in new window)
Where: CS Lewis Square, Newtownards Road, BT4 1HH
When: Friday 26 April, 10am to 4pmThis event will also take place on Sunday 28 April, 1pm to 4.30pm
- Fight Climate Change from your Kitchen with Belfast City Council
Learn how to shop smarter, save money and recycle food you can’t eat. Community groups in Belfast can book this 45 minute session in an outreach centre
To book, email environmentaloutreach@belfastcity.gov.ukWhere: We come to you!
When: Friday 26 April, 10am to 3pm - Make Do and Mend with Small Steps
Turn up jeans, replace zips, or re-purpose and customise your clothes. Learn new alteration skills and help save the planet one thread at a time.
To book, email muriel@small-steps.org or call 028 9029 7191.Where: Lower Oldpark Community Association, BT14 6EN
When: Friday 26 April, 10am to 12 noon - Free School or Group Visit with W5
Fire the spirit of discovery with limitless fun for everyone. Learn, play and discover at W5, an interactive exhibition centre that explores science, technology, nature and more. Schools and community groups can book for free during festival week.
Places will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Group organisers will be required to complete a booking form.
To apply, email educationqueries@w5online.co.uk.
Where: W5, Odyssey, 2 Queens Quay, Belfast, BT3 9QQ
When: Friday 26 April, 10am to 3pm - Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Re-art Exhibition
Drop-in to this thought-provoking exhibition sharing important messages about the climate emergency.
No booking required.
To find out more, email gillian.v@larchebelfast.org.uk or call 028 9064 1088.
Where: 54 Knockbreda Road, BT6 0JB
When: Friday 26 April, 10am to 4pm - Better Taster Session: Group Exercise Class
Group Exercise Class. Drop in – no booking required.
Where: Girdwood Community Hub
When: Friday 26 April, 12 noon - Better Taster Session: Group Exercise Class
No booking required.
Where: Girdwood Community Hub
When: Friday 26 April, 12 noon - Rhythm and Rhyme with Libraries NI
Introduce children four years and under to the wonder of rhymes, songs and stories in the library with these free sessions.
Where: Whiterock Library, Whiterock Road
When: Friday 26 April, 9.30am to 10am
Call: 028 9050 9236Where: Cregagh Library, 409-413 Cregagh Road
When: Friday 26 April, 10.30am to 11am
Call: 028 9040 1365Where: Holywood Arches Library, 4 - 12 Holywood Road
When: Friday 26 April, 10.30am to 11am
Call: 028 9050 9216Where: Shankill Road Library, 298-300 Shankill Road
When: Friday 26 April, 10.45am to 11.45am
Call: 028 9050 9232Where: Grove Library, Grove Wellbeing Centre, 120 York Road
When: Friday 26 April, 10.30am to 11am and 11.30am to 12 noon
Call: 028 9050 9244Where: Ormeau Library, 247 Ormeau Road
When: Friday 26 April, 11am to 11.30am
Call: 028 9050 9228Where: Belfast Central Library, Royal Avenue
When: Friday 26 April, to 11am to 11.30am
Call: 028 9050 9150Where: Ballyhackamore Library, 1-3 Eastleigh Drive
When: Friday 26 April, 11.30am to 12 noon
Call: 028 9050 9204Where: Colin Glen Library, Unit 17 The Dairy Farm Centre, Stewartstown Road
When: Friday 26 April, 12 noon to 12.30pm
Call: 028 9043 1266 - Greening your garden with Groundwork NI
From choosing native plants to attracting pollinators, discover the ways to work with nature in your garden.
Where: Connswater Meanwhile Garden, BT5 4AF
When: Friday 26 April, 10am to 12 noon and 1pm to 3pm - Library Tour with Libraries NI
Join us for a tour of one of Belfast’s most iconic buildings. Find out the history and the secrets behind Northern Ireland’s oldest public library.
Drop-in. Booking not required.
Where: Belfast Central Library, Royal Avenue BT1 1EA
When: Friday 26 April, 10.30amFor more details, email charitabletrust@belfastmet.ac.uk.
- Learn about Friar’s Bush Graveyard with History Hub Ulster
Watch actors bring to life the story of this historic graveyard.
You must register to attend:
- Friday 26 April 2024 at 11am - Book on Eventbrite
- Friday 26 April 2024 at 1pm - Book on Eventbrite
- Friday 26 April 2024 at 3pm - Book on Eventbrite
Where: Friar’s Bush Graveyard, 12 Stranmillis Rd, Belfast BT9 5AA
When: Friday 26 April, 11am, 1pm and 3pm - Cregagh Glen Guided Walk with National Trust
Wander alongside the waterfall in this wooded glen and learn more about this ancient forest that once covered 1000 acres of the city. Find out more about the flora and fauna that call it their home.
To find out more, email aodhan.o'kane@belfasthills.org or call 028 9060 3466.
Where: Cregagh Glen on Upper Knockbreda Road
When: Friday 26 April, 11am to 1pmThere is no car parking at this venue but on-street parking nearby.
- Job Opportunities Stand with GLL Better Gyms
Find out about vacancies and training available in the leisure sector across Belfast city.
Drop-in. No booking required.
Where: Templemore Baths
When: Friday 26 April, 10am to 12 noon - Every Little Thing with Spectrum Centre
Make fun and funky pieces of art with items that might otherwise be thrown in the bin. Event is open to adults.
To book, email sally.young@spectrumcentre.com.
Where: Spectrum Centre, BT13 3AB
When: Friday 26 April, 11am to 1pm - Shared Reading Group with Libraries NI
Discover the joy of reading in a group setting. Everyone welcome. Drop-in. Booking not required.
Where: Belfast Central Library, Royal Avenue BT1 1EA
When: Friday 26 April, 2.30pm to 3.30pm - Climate Change Event with Market Development Association
Learn how climate change will affect you, your community and inner City Belfast.
To book, call 079347 26239.
Where: Market Street Community Centre BT1 3JD
When: Friday 26 April, 6pm to 8pm - Better Taster Session: Strength Class
No booking required.
Where: Andersonstown Leisure Centre
When: Friday 26 April, 7pm
- Adult Beginner Cycle Training with Sustrans
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Saturday 27 April
- DNA in a day with W5
Whether you're a science enthusiast or simply curious about the blueprint of life, join us to delve into the TAS2R38 gene, responsible for coding a taste receptor on the tongue. This hands-on experience for adults will guide you through laboratory techniques such as DNA isolation, polymerase chain reaction (PCR), restriction enzyme digests, and gel electrophoresis.
Spaces limited to 24 participants. Aged 18+.
To book, email educationqueries@w5online.co.uk
Where: W5, Odyssey, 2 Queens Quay Belfast BT3 9QQ
When: Saturday 27 April, 10am to 4pm - Better Taster Session: Group Cycle
No booking required.
Where: Better Gym Connswater
When: Saturday 27 April, 8.30am - Better Taster Session: HIIT
No booking required.
Where: Better Gym Connswater
When: Saturday 27 April, 9.20am - Better Taster Session: Group Cycle
No booking required.
Where: Better Gym Connswater
When: Saturday 27 April, 10.30am - Better Taster Session: Strength
No booking required.
Where: Better Gym Connswater
When: Saturday 27 April, 11.20am - Let’s Get Growing with Belfast City Council
Roll up your sleeves in Good to Grow week and get involved in the UPSURGE Community Garden at Lower Botanic.
Drop-in. Booking not required.
To find out more, email climate@belfastcity.gov.uk.
Where: Lower Botanic Gardens, Stranmillis Embankment, BT9 5YR
When: Saturday 27 April, 10am to 2pm - Free School or Group Visit with W5
Fire the spirit of discovery with limitless fun for everyone. Learn, play and discover at W5, an interactive exhibition centre that explores science, technology, nature and more. Schools and community groups can book for free during festival week.
Places will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. Group organisers will be required to complete a booking form.
To apply, email educationqueries@w5online.co.uk.
Where: W5, Odyssey, 2 Queens Quay, Belfast, BT3 9QQ
When: Saturday 27 April, 10am to 3pm - Make some noise with Rich Music NI
An interactive musical workshop aimed at people with additional needs who want to learn more about music-making and the positive effect it has.
To book, email bethany@richmusicni.co.uk.
Where: Fitzroy Church, Belfast University Street, Belfast, BT7 1HL
When: Saturday 27 April, 10.30am to 11.15am and 11.45am to 12.30pm - Waste wins wars with NI War Memorial
Visit the museum to learn about rationing and recycling during the Second World War. Drop-in. Booking not required.
Where: 21 Talbot Street
When: Saturday 27 April, 12 noon to 4pm - Digital Animation Workshop with Belfast Electronic Arts and Music Academy
This interactive animation workshop will share how to create animations and videos around the theme of the environment using a range of art materials and digital animation iPad apps. For ages 7 to 12.
To book, visit www.beama.education.
Where: Girdwood Community Hub, 10 Girdwood Avenue, Belfast, BT14 6EG
When: Saturday 27 April, 12 noon to 2pm - Tour of the night sky with W5
Embark on an awe-inspiring journey through the cosmos with our ‘Tour of the Night Sky’ workshop. Step into a 6m inflatable planetarium and explore the mysteries of constellations, asterisms and the International Space Station. Engaging and educational, this immersive experience ignites curiosity about the wonders above.
This event is aimed at children and their families who are resident in the Greater Belfast Area.
Shows will last for 50 minutes and begin at 11am, 12.30pm, 2pm and 3.30pm.
Admission to W5 Exhibition included. Places will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. Spaces limited to 30 participants.
To book, email educationqueries@w5online.co.uk
Where: W5 Life, Odyssey, 2 Queens Quay, Belfast BT3 9QQ
When: Saturday 27 April, 11am, 12.30pm, 2pm and 3.30pmFor more details email chichester.library@librariesni.org.uk
- Alley Safari with 9ft in Common and Wild Belfast
Join a walking tour of some of the spaces behind our backgates as we investigate what we can do to encourage more biodiversity. Meet at the Front Gate off the Ormeau Road.
Where: Ormeau Park
When: Saturday 27 April, 11am to 12.30pm - Sir Samuel Kelly Lifeboat and the Stormy Sea with Donaghadee Heritage
In this interactive storytelling workshop, learn about the lifeboat crew that saved 33 people from the wreck of the Princess Victoria car ferry when it sank during a stormy crossing from Stranraer to Larne in 1953.
To book, email liz@deeheritage.co.uk.
Where: St. Joseph’s Church, 9 Princes Dock, BT1 3AA
When: Saturday 27 April, 2pm to 4pm - Spring Fest
Celebrate the season with our annual Spring Fest at Malone House and Barnett Demesne.
Where: Malone House and Barnett Demesne
When: Saturday 27 April and Sunday 28 April, 1.30pm to 5.30pm
- DNA in a day with W5
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Sunday 28 April
- Spring Fest
Celebrate the season with our annual Spring Fest at Malone House and Barnett Demesne.
Where: Malone House and Barnett Demesne
When: Saturday 27 April and Sunday 28 April, 1.30pm to 5.30pm - Adult Beginner Cycle Training with Sustrans
It’s never too late to learn how to ride a bicycle. Get into gear with a one-to-one beginner lesson with Sustrans. Bike, helmet and encouragement all provided.
Employees of Belfast Health and Social Care Trust, Belfast City Council, Department for infrastructure, Business Service Organisation and Public Health Agency are eligible to take part.
- Find out more about cycle training with Sustrans (link opens in new window)
To book, dianne.whyte@sustrans.org.uk or call 07812 470791.
Where: CS Lewis Square, Newtownards Road, BT4 1HH
When: Sunday 28 April, 10am to 4pmThis event will also take place on Friday 26 April, 10am to 4pm
- Spring Fest