BELFAST EVENTS

Red Hurley and Rita Coolidge

23/09/10 - 23/09/10
Red Hurley is considered to be one of the finest performers Ireland has ever produced. His inspirational voice, relaxed charm and energetic performances have captured the hearts of audience’s everywhere.

For more information, visit www.waterfront.co.uk

Posted on 23 September 2010 | 2:00 am

Flow

22/09/10 - 23/10/10
Forty pieces of government owned artwork are included in this stunning exhibition, including TP Flanagan, William Ashford, Basil Blackshaw and Patrick Collins.

For more information, please visit www.linenhall.com

Posted on 22 September 2010 | 2:00 am

Breastfeeding support group

22/09/10 - 22/09/10
Pregnant women, mums, babies and toddlers are all welcome to come along and get support and advice at this support group for breastfeeding mums.

Run by experienced lactation consultant Sarah McCann, this is a good chance for breastfeeding women to meet other similar mums, or get help with questions about feeding.

The group meets in Inverary Community Centre from 10.30am to 12pm every second Wednesday of the month. Each session costs £3 per adult and refreshments are provided.

For more information, visit www.breastfeedingresourcesni.co.uk or call Sarah McCann on 07772 317523.

Posted on 22 September 2010 | 2:00 am

International Day of Peace

21/09/10 - 21/09/10
The United Nations` International Day of Peace - marked every year on 21 September – provides an opportunity for individuals, communities, nations and governments to highlight the efforts to end conflict and promote peace.

You can join the local campaign to raise awareness of the International Day of Peace at www.peacedaycampaign.com

More information

Posted on 21 September 2010 | 2:00 am

MTV Presents Mark Ronson and The Business Intl

19/09/10 - 19/09/10
Don`t miss your chance to be at the exclusive MTV Presents Mark Ronson and The Business Intl free gig at Belfast Waterfront on 19 September.

Grammy and Brit winner, Mark Ronson is one of the most sought after producers in the industry. Having sold in excess of over one million albums in the UK alone with Version, Ronson has worked with some of the world’s biggest artists including Amy Winehouse, Robbie Williams, Lily Allen and Christina Aguilera.

Mark Ronson and his new band, The Business Intl will be playing tunes from their new album Record Collection.

Free tickets

Posted on 19 September 2010 | 2:00 am

Carl Frampton

18/09/10 - 18/09/10
Big time boxing returns to the Ulster Hall in the shape of Carl ‘The Jackal’ Frampton.

Promoted by Barry McGuigan, the Belfast Super-Bantam Weight is one of the hottest prospects to emerge in years and McGuigan can’t wait to start showcasing him.

For more information, visit our Ulster Hall section

Posted on 18 September 2010 | 2:00 am

The Milestone Session

18/09/10 - 18/09/10
Belfast Urban Sports, in association with T13 and Belfast City Council, present a six-hour ramprage roadshow spectacular to celebrate urban culture and the forthcoming opening of the Bridges Urban Sports Park in the city.

The action takes place at Queen`s Road in the Titanic Quarter and admission is free.

Expect high-octane displays from Ireland`s leading athletes on BMXs, skateboards and blades. There will also be hip-hop and break-dancing, as well as live graffiti and 3-on-3 street basketball.

A host of great local bands, backed with fun activities and heaps of prizes, will ensure there is something for everyone from 1pm.

Staff from the council will be on hand to provide information about Bridges Urban Sport Park and there will be plenty of opportunities to get involved with coolest sports on the planet.

For more information, visit www.ourbus.org and www.ramprage.tv

You can also keep up to date with the latest news about the new park by visiting www.facebook.com/bridgesurbansportspark or our urban sports section

This event is sponsored by our Support for Sport scheme.

Posted on 18 September 2010 | 2:00 am

Solid Gold Country Legends

18/09/10 - 19/09/10
Solid Gold Country Legends has been rescheduled for Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 September 2010.

Tickets held from the original dates (16 and 17 May) are valid for the new show dates - Sunday 16 may, moving to Saturday 18 September and Monday 19 May moving to Sunday 19 September.

Alternatively ticket holders may obtain refunds from the original point of purchase - ticket holders who purchased their tickets online should contact the Box Office on 028 9033 4455 if they require a refund.

Solid Gold Country Legends is a celebration of the best in country music and has proved popular on both sides of the Atlantic.

Led by Country Stars Jeanne Jordan & B J Thomas, together with Randy Ryman and the Outlaw Country Band, Solid Gold Country Legends brings you the perfect mix of old and new Country hits from the classics of Hank Williams, Patsy Cline, Willie Nelson, Tammy Wynette to Dolly Parton, Kenny Rogers and Shania Twain to name just a few.

To book your tickets, visit the Belfast Waterfront website

Posted on 18 September 2010 | 2:00 am

Cave Hill Conservation Campaign guided walk

18/09/10 - 18/09/10
Enjoy a series of guided walks on the history and wildlife of Cave Hill.

For more information, call the Cave Hill Conservation Campaign on 028 9029 1357.

Posted on 18 September 2010 | 2:00 am

Canoeing and kayaking with Mobile Team Adventure

18/09/10 - 18/09/10
9am to 11am - youth open session (seven to 15-year-olds only) - £10 each

11.30am to 1.30pm - adult canoeing classes (six-week courses)

2pm to 4pm - family open session (no age restrictions but under 15s must be accompanied by an adult)

4.30pm to 6.30pm - adults-only open sessions - £15 each

There is no need to pre-book for open sessions. Please bring a complete change of clothes and shoes with you. All equipment is supplied and instruction is from qualified, experienced staff. Parental or medical consent is required for all under 18s.

For more information, call John Hubbucks Mobile Adventure Team on 077 4901 1283.

Posted on 18 September 2010 | 2:00 am

Taste Northern Ireland Garden Party

18/09/10 - 19/09/10
The Taste Northern Ireland Garden Party, which is jointly organised by Belfast City Council and Tesco, takes place in Botanic Gardens over the weekend of Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 September.

Nibble on food samples, see some of Belfast`s leading chefs cooking up a storm, enjoy activities in the Kid`s Zone, and soak up live music and entertainment - all for free!

Alongside the food and entertainment will be the Autumn Flower Show, now in its 29th year, with displays of thousands of colourful prize blooms, alongside exhibits of monster-size vegetables and prize-winning fuchsias, bonsai, cacti, and other delights from local gardens, allotments, greenhouses, wine cellars and beehives.

All food and drink at the event will be served in recycled or biodegradable containers and ample recycling facilities will be available on-site. Visitors are encouraged to bring their own bags to Botanic Gardens and use public transport or pedal power in getting to and from the event, where cycle racks will be provided.

Council staff will be on hand to give advice on recycling, home composting and other environmental issues.

For more information, call the Belfast Welcome Centre on 028 9024 6609.

Posted on 18 September 2010 | 2:00 am

International Wheelchair Tennis Tournament - Belfast 2010

17/09/10 - 19/09/10
The annual International Wheelchair Tennis Tournament, now in it`s 13th year, takes place at the Indoor Tennis Arena and Ozone Complex from 17 to 19 September.

The event is hosted by Spokes in Motion Wheelchair Tennis Club, in association with the council and Tennis Ireland.

It attracts top players from England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales and local hopefuls in the top division include 2009 winner Jason Black, as well as top players like Stafford Lynn and Ivor Jess.

For more information about the tournament, call event organiser Ivor Jess on 07711 692485.

This event is funded by our Support for Sport programme.

Posted on 17 September 2010 | 2:00 am

JobServe Live! Belfast

17/09/10 - 18/09/10
JobServe Live! is the one-stop event for adults looking to improve their career prospects.

The show features a range of recruiting employers, universities and other training and education providers, as well as advice clinics, demonstrations and other features.

It is free to attend and runs from 11am to 5pm on Friday 17 and 11am to 4pm on Saturday 18 September at the Europa hotel.

Visitors can register at www.jobserve.com/live before the show to ensure fast-track entry and to be the first to hear about new exhibitors and features.

Previous exhibitors have included:

• Advantage NI
• Belfast City Council
• Careers Service NI
• Educational Guidance Service for Adults
• EURES (EURopean Employment Services)
• Grafton Recruitment
• Northern Ireland Assembly
• Queen`s University Belfast

Posted on 17 September 2010 | 2:00 am

YOUnity East Belfast

15/09/10 - 21/09/10
Leading up to the International Day of Peace on 21 September, YOUnity will provide a series of arts, music and media events in east Belfast.

Events will include:

• a global drum event with the Sudan 365 campaign on 19 September
• creation of a peace day mosaic
• multimedia music and radio project for musicians in east Belfast
• concert with live music on the 21 September

Posted on 15 September 2010 | 2:00 am

Informal discussion about BBC radio services

15/09/10 - 15/09/10
Do you listen to BBC radio? What do you value and enjoy about it? What would you change?

The BBC Audience Council wants to understand what listeners in Northern Ireland think about BBC radio services, particularly BBC Radio Ulster and BBC Radio 3, Radio 4 and Radio 7.

The Audience Council is hosting an informal discussion event at BBC Blackstaff House on 15 September so members of the audience can share their views on these radio services.

The discussion will feed into major reviews of these radio services, taking place this year, so that decisions are informed by the views of listeners in Northern Ireland.

If you would like more information, or to reserve a place(s), call Jhoanna on 028 9033 8856 or email audiencecouncil.ni@bbc.co.uk, advising any special requirements.

Please extend this invitation to colleagues, friends and family who have an interest in BBC radio.

More information about the Audience Council is available from www.bbc.co.uk/acni

Posted on 15 September 2010 | 2:00 am

CS Lewis bus tour

12/09/10 - 12/09/10
Come and learn more about CS Lewis’s early days in Belfast and his inspiration for the Narnia novels on this bus tour.

To book tickets for this event, please call into the Belfast Welcome Centre in Donegall Place (beside Boots) or phone 028 9024 6609.

The tour departs from Linen Hall Library.

For more information, visit www.gotobelfast.com

Posted on 12 September 2010 | 2:00 am

Belfast Music Week

12/09/10 - 19/09/10
Belfast Music Week, running from 12 - 19 September 2010, will bring together a staggering 100 live music events.

It will showcase our new bands, songwriters and DJs, with key artists from Belfast`s rich musical heritage and today`s thriving contemporary music scene.

Belfast Music Week will also feature industry workshops, seminars and networking events staged across the city featuring leading speakers of international stature from the global music industry.

MTV Presents MTV Presents Mark Ronson and The Business Intl

More information

Posted on 12 September 2010 | 2:00 am

Craft Fair and Jazz at Victoria Square

12/09/10 - 12/09/10
A variety of jazz acts provide the soundtrack to the Craft Fair, which offers unique products ranging from cupcakes and jewellery, pottery and artwork to furniture and textiles, all of which have been hand crafted in Northern Ireland.

For more information on Victoria Square, visit www.victoriasquare.com

Posted on 12 September 2010 | 2:00 am

Readings for Children

11/09/10 - 11/09/10
Looking for something entertaining for the kids? The Linen Hall library has now begun a series of readings in our dedicated children`s area.

It`s also a great opportunity to introduce children to the treasures of the Linen Hall library. And while the kids are being entertained, adults can browse the bookshelves or relax in our cafe.

Posted on 11 September 2010 | 2:00 am

Canoeing and kayaking with Mobile Team Adventure

11/09/10 - 11/09/10
9am to 11am - youth open session (seven to 15-year-olds only) - £10 each

11.30am to 1.30pm - adult canoeing classes (six-week courses)

2pm to 4pm - family open session (no age restrictions but under 15s must be accompanied by an adult)

4.30pm to 6.30pm - adults-only open sessions - £15 each

There is no need to pre-book for open sessions. Please bring a complete change of clothes and shoes with you. All equipment is supplied and instruction is from qualified, experienced staff. Parental or medical consent is required for all under 18s.

For more information, call John Hubbucks Mobile Adventure Team on 077 4901 1283.

Posted on 11 September 2010 | 2:00 am

European Heritage Open Days

11/09/10 - 12/09/10
Buildings, which are not normally accessible to the public, will be opening their doors this weekend as part of European Heritage Open Days 2010.

For more information, visit www.wonderfulni.info

Posted on 11 September 2010 | 2:00 am

Planetlove WKD Festival

10/09/10 - 11/09/10
Planetlove WKD celebrates their 12th annual summer festival by bringing the music spectacular to the heart of Belfast for the very first time.

Held over 10 - 11 September at the King’s Hall Showgrounds, the multiple arena festival plays host to the most exciting and varied line-up in Planetlove history with world renowned DJ and producer Fatboy Slim, the legendary RevRun of Run DMC, Scottish phenomenal Calvin Harris, London pop-rapper Example, and the world’s Number 1 DJ Armin van Buuren headlining the showpiece event.

Other noteworthy acts performing across the weekend include Riverside producer Sidney Samson, Lady Gaga and Beyonce remixer Kaskade, techno kings Slam, BBC Radio 1’s Judge Jules, Irish trance sensation John O’Callaghan and American spinner DJ Berrie, who is regularly booked by P Diddy, Kanye West and 50 Cent for their private parties!

This year’s festival also sees the return of house music after a notable absence for the past few years. House music purveyors Mark Knight, Chris Lake, Michael Woods, Funkagenda and Dave Spoon bring the sound back to Planetlove.

Trance heroes Above and Beyond, Ferry Corsten, Gareth Emery and Sander van Doorn, all ranked in the Top 10 of DJ Mag’s Top 100 DJ Poll, are also performing. German DJ and producer Dash Berlin makes his Planetlove debut at the show.

Tickets are available from www.plmpromotions.com/shop, www.ticketmaster.ie and Ticketmaster and independent outlets nationwide.

For more information, visit www.planetlovemusic.com or call 02892 667000.

Posted on 10 September 2010 | 2:00 am

Little Gem

10/09/10 - 11/09/10
Kay`s got an itch that Gem can`t scratch... Lorraine`s boss wants her to see a psychiatrist... and the sambucas are doing nothing for Amber`s indigestion. If that wasn`t bad enough, Little Gem makes his presence felt...

This remarkable first play has played to packed houses in New York, London, Dublin and Paris, and at The Edinburgh Festival, where it won the Best of Edinburgh Award 2009.

Contains strong language. Over 16s only.

For more information visit www.waterfront.co.uk

Posted on 10 September 2010 | 2:00 am

2010 Open House Festival

06/09/10 - 12/09/10
The 12th annual Open House Festival takes place from 7 – 12 September 2010, with music gigs at venues throughout Belfast`s arts and cultural flavoured Cathedral Quarter.

Highlights include performances by Mumford and Sons, Wilco, Old Crow Medicine Show, The Felice Brothers, The Low Anthem, Field Music, AA Bondy and Dr. Dog

For more information or to book your ticket, visit www.openhousefestival.com

Posted on 6 September 2010 | 2:00 am

Parks Heritage Week

06/09/10 - 10/09/10
Unearth the heritage and history of our parks with a series of walks, each lasting around two hours.

No booking is needed and the walks will meet at the following locations:

• Monday 6 September - Belfast Castle
• Tuesday 7 September - Knightsbridge Park entrance to Lagan Meadows
• Wednesday 8 September - Malone House
• Thursday 9 September - lower car park in Sir Thomas and Lady Dixon Park
• Friday 10 September - Indoor Tennis Centre and Ozone Complex.

Posted on 6 September 2010 | 2:00 am

HR Brown Art Awards

01/09/10 - 30/09/10
The HR Brown Art Awards take place in the Higgin Gallery in Malone House and are organised by the Rose Society of Northern Ireland.

It is open from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Sunday.

For more information, call 028 9068 1246.

Posted on 1 September 2010 | 2:00 am

Ancestral Threads by Roisin O`Hagan

20/08/10 - 24/09/10
A series of works exploring representations of old stories: everyday accounts of the artist`s rural ancestors and family. Using old photographs, mainly of family members as reference, Roisin employs a range of techniques to `build` portraits onto backgrounds of wool, linen, silk and cotton and other materials including old family linens, tablecloths and runners. The artist will be in residence on a number of days during the exhibition.

Posted on 20 August 2010 | 2:00 am

This Then

13/08/10 - 18/09/10
Golden Thread gallery presents Then Then by Locky Morris.

Admission is free!

For more information about the Golden Thread Gallery, visit www.goldenthreadgallery.co.uk

Posted on 13 August 2010 | 2:00 am

Jerwood Contemporary Makers Exhibition

04/08/10 - 12/09/10
Exploring new perspectives in making

Morphing basket weave, a self-contained laundry and an oversized charm bracelet are just some of the works from the third and final Jerwood Contemporary Makers exhibition. The show brings together 29 emerging designers and makers who have been selected by Hans Stofer, Richard Slee and Freddie Robins – three of the most inventive names in the visual arts.

Jerwood Contemporary Makers is the UK`s only award for the applied arts and is a major strand of the Jerwood Visual Arts programme. Launched by the Jerwood Charitable Foundation in 2008, a series of three annual exhibitions supports and showcases emerging creative talent.

The exhibition which has been designed by product designer Michael Marriot, explores the notion of making from a variety of creative perspectives. The exhibition takes visitors on a journey through the different approaches to making, highlighting the importance of the applied arts as a visual arts discipline.

For more information, phone 028 9097 3580, visit www.naughtongallery.org or visit www.jerwoodvisualarts.org/appliedarts/

Posted on 4 August 2010 | 2:00 am

Jack Doherty Ceramics Exhibition

30/07/10 - 11/09/10
Jack Doherty is an energetic and key figure in British ceramics. Jack studied ceramics at the Ulster College of Art and Design. Curated by Marta Donaghey, Contemporary Ceramics London, this exhibition in Belfast is a showcase for a new body of work.

As well as the exhibition, there will be a Walk Around Tour with Jack Doherty on Saturday 31 July, a ceramics workshop on Saturday 7 August and a Saturday club for children throughout August.

Please note, the gallery is open from Tuesday to Saturday, 10am - 5.30pm.

For more information, telephone 028 9032 1402 or email mail@ormeaubaths.co.uk

Posted on 30 July 2010 | 2:00 am

Belfast Bred Food Tour

23/07/10 - 18/09/10
Belfast Bred: A dramatic tour of the city`s cuisine from past to present

Sample the delights of Belfast food and discover the city`s fascinating culinary history in the company of Barney, a chef from RMS Titanic.

Restored to life following the melting of the iceberg in which he had been frozen, Barney has two and a half hours to complete an ingredient hunt in contemporary Belfast and recreate the famous ship`s launch menu. If successful, Barney will cook the Titanic Centenary Dinner 2012.

However, Barney, a second chef who worked for the Swiss Head Chef in Titanic`s Ritz Restaurant, didn`t share his boss` love of "fancy foreign sauces". So he`s keen to show you the very best of the local produce from his beloved Belfast as he recounts stories of the Edwardian city he knew and loved and discovers the city`s new `golden age`.

Sample gourmet delights at the century-old Sawers Deli, Northern Ireland`s celebrated seafood at the Mourne Seafood Bar, superb artisan beers at the atmospheric John Hewitt pub, delicious Irish cheeses at famous Cathedral Quarter institution Nick’s Warehouse and the unique `Paddy`s Pizza` at the historic Kitchen Bar. Finish up at St George`s Market, one of the finest food markets in the UK or Ireland, first opened when Barney was a boy!

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Posted on 23 July 2010 | 2:00 am

Headlines of History

01/07/10 - 11/09/10
Headlines of History is a collection of newspaper reports from around the world following the 9/11 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Centre in New York. The exhibition captures the media world`s shocking reaction to this unprecedented act of violence.

For more information visit www.linenhall.com

Posted on 1 July 2010 | 2:00 am

Troubled Images Exhibition

01/07/10 - 24/12/10
The Troubled Images exhibition which is displayed over six floors in the Library`s Vertical Gallery features political posters from all sides of the recent `Troubles`. Provocative, powerful and sometimes humorous – they capture the emotions and moods of the province`s recent unrest.

For more information visit www.linenhall.com

Belfast Music Tour

19/06/10 - 26/03/11
The Belfast Music Tour is a bus journey through the heart of a great rock and roll city. From Them and Van Morrison to Snow Patrol, by way of awesome guitar players, punk rock and Hollywood soundtracks.

The tour, on Saturdays at 2pm, begins at the iconic Ulster Hall which has played host to famous figures and is now home to the Ulster Orchestra.

The bus will depart from the Ulster Hall at 2.30pm and you will hear about the founding members of Thin Lizzy and the legend of Pearly Spencer. You`ll see the landscape that inspired classic Van Morrison songs and witness venues that have been visited by Led Zeppelin, The Clash and U2.

The tour finishes at the Oh Yeah Music Centre where you will have a chance to check out the Belfast Music Exhibition.

It`s available every Saturday until 27 November 2010, and every other Saturday from 4 December - 26 March 2011.

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Posted on 19 June 2010 | 2:00 am

Belfast Music Exhibition

15/06/10 - 31/12/10
The Belfast Music Exhibition takes you on a unique journey - from Ruby Murray to Snow Patrol, by way of Stiff Little Fingers, Dana and Clodagh Rogers, via The Divine Comedy, Ash and The Undertones.

It also introduces you to Belfast`s DJ culture, jazz and showbands, as well as looking fondly at our legacy for heavy rock and our progress through the 1980s.

The memorabilia on display includes platinum discs, badges, vintage stage gear, lyric sheets, film footage, ticket stubs and backstage passes.

There`s also a film on the life of Terri Hooley, an array of musical memories from the public and a timeline which follows the chart successes of Northern Ireland acts from 1954 to the present day.

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Posted on 15 June 2010 | 2:00 am

Crossroads of Change: The Stories of Joan Lingard

14/06/10 - 11/09/10
In 1970 Joan Lingard published the first in her series of Kevin and Sadie books, The Twelfth Day of July. This was followed by a series of books targeted at teenagers set against the backdrop of Northern Ireland`s `Troubles`.

Joan donated her archive to the Linen Hall Library in 1995. These will be on display as part of the Library’s internationally renowned `Troubles’ exhibition, Troubled Images, which features posters from all sides of the country`s recent turmoil.

For more information, visit www.linenhall.com

Posted on 14 June 2010 | 2:00 am

Ghost Walk Belfast

19/05/10 - 17/09/10
Richard Cobb, a true crime enthusiast, will guide you through the dark shadows and alleyways of haunted Belfast, unveiling its darker past.

The tour departs from the front gates of Belfast City Hall at 7.30pm every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday.

Tickets can be purchased at the start of the tour.

Tour lasts just over 1 hour.

For more information, visit www.ghostwalkbelfast.com or email info@ghostwalkbelfast.com

Posted on 19 May 2010 | 2:00 am

Titanic`s Dock and Pump-House Tour

13/01/10 - 31/12/10
This tour is available every Monday,Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday at 2.00pm.

Titanic`s Dock and Pump-House is seven acres in total, and includes the Thompson Dry Dock and its associated Pump-House.

The Pump-House was once the beating heart of Harland and Wolff`s operation during the construction of the great White Star Liners - Britannic, Olympic and most famously the RMS Titanic.

The Thompson Dock itself is the footprint of Titanic and provides an amazing representation of the scale of the ship.

Today the Pump-House is used as a visitor centre and café, with daily guided tours.

For more information please visit www.titanicsdock.com

Posted on 13 January 2010 | 1:00 am