2013 Limerick Lifelong Learning Festival Programme - Limerick.ie

Basket Weaving
Venue: Kilmallock College of Further Education, Co. Limerick VEC, Railway Road, Kilmallock.
Time: 10.30am - Midday
Learn the traditional craft of basket weaving and the basic methods to weaving with a variety of native
and non-native materials.
Contact: 063-20246.
Kilmallock Women’s Group Craft Demonstration
Venue: Foroige Youth Centre, Lord Edward St., Kilmallock.
Time: 10.30am - Midday
Activity with Kilmallock Women’s Group e.g. quilting demonstration. Hosted by Kilmallock Family
Support Network. All are welcome.
Contact: Margaret O’ Connor, Ballyhoura Development, 087 0612336.
From School Slate to Tablet Computer
Venue: Abbeyfeale Community Education Centre, Co. Limerick VEC, Mountmahon, Abbeyfeale.
Time: 11.00am – 1.00pm
See Tuesday 11am for event details.
Contact: 068-31198.
Trace your Routes, and Enjoy a Trip in to the Past
Venue: Abbeyfeale Community Education Centre, Co. Limerick VEC, Mountmahon, Abbeyfeale.
Time: 11.00am – 1.00pm
Genealogy workshop, be ready for the Gathering, learn how to do all the research on your family history.
This event is of interest to anyone involved in the Gathering or who has an interest in tracing their family
past.
Contact: 068-31198
Men’s Shed
Venue: Abbeyfeale Community Education Centre, Co. Limerick VEC, Mountmahon, Abbeyfeale.
Time: 11.00am – 1.00pm
Members of Abbeyfeale Men’s Shed will talk about their recent projects and tell you a little about their
activities over a cup of tea
Contact: 068-31198
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Considering a Career in Horticulture
Venue: Aras Ide, Kilmeedy, Co. Limerick
Time: 11.00am – 1.00pm
An open morning at the training centre and practical field unit where people can learn more about
FETAC Level 5 Major Award in Horticulture, This programme offers various avenues in progression within
horticulture as well as being a highly recognised stand alone qualification. This event is of particular
interest to the long and short term unemployed, people interested in Horticulture or people who are
looking for a change of career. Hosted by Kilmeedy Horticulture Local Training Initiative.
Contact: Mary Curtin, 063 87960
Circuit Training Exercise Class
Venue: GYM in Limerick City Adult Education Service, O’Connell Avenue
Time: 11.00am - Midday
For members of the public who are interested in getting fit – come to our gym and participate in our
exercise class. Max of 10 - 12 participants.
Contact: Youthreach 061 445772. Booking is essential.
Adolescent Development
Venue: Room F11 in Limerick City Adult Education Service, O’Connell Avenue
Time: Midday – 1.00pm
An informative class teaching parents how adolescents develop and the problems they can encounter
and how parents can help understand this stage of development. Of particular interest to parents of
adolescents. Max of 10 - 12 participants. Booking is essential.
Contact: Youthreach, 061 445772
Life Long Learning and Disability Flash Mob Event in Limerick
City
Venue: Limerick City Centre
Time: Midday – 1.00pm
Disability Awareness Event from John the Baptist School. Organised by the Transition Year Students and
Step Forward Disability Group to raise awareness of the role of Life Long Learning for educational and
social needs of people with disabilities.
Contact: Hospital Family Resource Centre at 061 383884 www.hospitalfrc.com hospitalfrc@eircom.net
Job Seeking Skills Workshop
Venue: LES Jobs Club, Unit 4, Tait Business Centre, Limerick.
Time: 2.00pm - 4.00pm
Tips and Skills for Job Seeking in today’s Labour Market. Places limited and must be booked in advance by
ringing the Jobs Club
Contact: Jobs Club 061-311742