2013 Limerick Lifelong Learning Festival Programme - Limerick.ie

Finding Head Space is Child’s Play
Venue: Limerick Social Services Centre, Upper Henry St.
Time: 2.00pm – 3.30pm
A workshop for parents and their children to attend together. The first half an hour will see a talk for
parents about the importance of mental health, while their children stay entertained with some fun
activities. The last hour is fun all around in an arts and craft session with an Easter theme. (Hosted by
Limerick City Children’s Services Committee, Start Right Limerick, HSE and Social Services Council.)
Contact: Maria O’Dwyer or Aileen Kelleher, 061-419388
‘Try your Hand’ Life Drawing Session with artist Derrick Towell
Venue: Limerick City Gallery of Art, Ground Floor
Time: 2.30 – 4.00pm
A fun and informal life drawing session with a variety of materials and a clothed model provided, led by
artist Derrick Towell. All abilities welcome to try their hand at drawing, learn new skills/ techniques and
take time out to get creative. Max 24 participants- arrive early to avoid disappointment.
Contact: Aoibheann McCarthy aoibheann.mccarthy@limerickcity.ie
Free Public Tour of the Exhibition
Venue: Limerick City Gallery of Art - Meet in Gallery Foyer
Time: 4.15- 5.00pm
To celebrate the opening of a new exhibition of works by the late artist Patrick Jolley and works from
the permanent collection, Limerick City Gallery of Art will host a free public tour as part of the Lifelong
Learning Festival
Contact: Aoibheann McCarthy aoibheann.mccarthy@limerickcity.ie
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Friday 22 nd March Saturday 23 rd March
Genealogy Workshops
Venue: Tierney Building, University of Limerick
Time: 10.00am – Midday
Irish Ancestry Research Centre (IARC) Genealogy Workshops will consist of an Introduction to Genealogy,
the basics of how to begin family history research, an outline of the recommended resources to use and
how to use online sources. We would also offer more advanced classes to those who have attended our
workshops in previous years.
Contact: 061-518355, info@irisharc.org
DMARC Presents
Venue: Faber Studios, 19 Henry Street.
Time: 10.00am – 5.00pm
The Digital Media Arts & Research Centre (DMARC), University of Limerick, present a series of installations,
surround-sound works, mixed-media dance and live audiovisual performances, reflecting current practice
where technology and artistic endeavour collide. All work presented has been created in Limerick by both
staff and students.
Arduino Workshop
Venue: Room CS305a, Computer Sciences Building, University of Limerick.
Time: 10.30am – 1.00pm
Arduino is an open-source electronic prototyping platform. It was designed for making the process of
using electronics in multidisciplinary projects more accessible. This event is of interest to people with
basic programming skills (ages 8 to 90!). Hosted by UL Interaction Design Centre and miLKlabs.
Limited to 20 places. Registration required!
Contact: Gabriela, 085 1300355, Gabriela.avram@gmail.com
Waste Prevention Workshop
Venue: Con Colbert Hall, Athea
Time: 11.00am – 1.30pm
Limerick County Council in association with Eco-Unesco will facilitate this workshop being hosted by
Athea Tidy Towns. This workshop aims to provide individuals/groups with an understanding of the issues
surrounding waste in relation to sustainable development, to promote care for the wider environment
and empower people with skills and knowledge to promote sustainable change through environmental
action. Booking is essential.
Contact: 061-496192.