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2008FÉILE2nd-10th AugustFestivalIncludes:Fun-Lovin’ CriminalsArdal O’HanlonBrian KennedyCarnival Day ParadeParty in the ParkFestival FlightsDrive in MoviesScribes at the RockMarquee NightsExhibitionsDramasSportToursYouth EventsDebatesInternational Affairswww.feilebelfast.com

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WelcomeWelcome to Féile an Phobail’s 20th birthdaycelebrations! Who would have thought all thoseyears ago that from the acorn of a few streetparties, a small march to Dunville Park led by a ponyand trap, and a rain drenched week of entertainmentin a circus tent in an Andersonstown car park, wouldemerge the great oak that is Féile an Phobail - thelargest community festival in Ireland and one of thelargest in Europe! In 1988 it was impossible toenvision a better, more peaceful world. We can thankour lucky stars that in Ireland – through dialogue,compromise, mutual respect, establishing principles ofequality and human rights – we have somehowemerged with a template for peacefultransformation. We like to think that Féile an Phobailplayed its part in encouraging dialogue, inclusivenessand reconciliation.Although the people of West Belfast are certainlynot of one political persuasion or a homogeneousgroup, I look forward to the day when we inAndersonstown, on the Falls, the Shankill and SandyRow can not only celebrate our neighbourlinesswithout division or barricade but celebrate one hugeféile across this great city which would include thenew brothers and sisters from other cultures andcountries whose presence we welcome and areenriched by.Finally, I would like to pay special tribute to the manyvolunteers, community groups, artists, committeemembers, funders & sponsors (see inside frontcover) and Féile staff who all made massivecontributions over the years and who will have madethis anniversary a resounding success!We have a brilliant programme. You will notknow where to begin!Sean Paul O’Hare, Director, Féile anPhobailFáilteFáilte romhat chuig ceiliúradh 20 bliain d’Fhéile anPhobail! Cé a shílfeadh na blianta ó shin ón tús simplí,cúpla cóisir sráide, siúlóid bheag go Páirc Dhún Bhilele capaillín agus trucail, agus seachtain fhliuchsiamsaíochta i bpuball sorcais i gcarrchlós BhaileAndarsan, go bhfásfadh eagraíocht ollmhór Fhéile anPhobail amach as - an fhéile phobail is mó in Éirinnagus ceann de na cinn is mó san Eoraip! Ba dhoilighsa bhliain 1988 domhan níos fearr, níos síochánta ashamhlú ina dhiaidh sin. Is féidir linn buíochas aghabháil go raibh muidne, in Éirinn – trí shíocháin, tríchomhrá, trí chomhréiteach, trí chomh-mheas, agus tríbhunú prionsabal comhionannais agus ceart daonna –ag teacht amach as le bunteimpléad le haghaidhbunathraithe shíochánta. Ba mhaith linn smaoineamhgur imir Féile an Phobail a páirt chun comhrá,cuimsitheacht agus réiteach a spreagadh.Cé nach d'aon chreideamh polaitiúil nó de ghrúpaaonchineálach amháin gach duine i mBéal Feirste thiar,cuirim fáilte roimh an lá gur féidir linn ar Bhóthar nabhFál, ar Bhóthar na Seanchille agus Sandy Row, níamháin ár ndea-chomharsanacht a cheiliúradh ganchonstaic ná gan bharacáid ach féile ollmhór amháinfud fad na cathrach iontaí seo a cheiliúradh inambeadh deartháireacha agus deirfiúracha nua óchultúir agus ó thíortha eile a shaibhríonn go mórmuid agus cuirimid fáilte roimhe sin.Mar fhocal scoir, ba mhaith liom buíochas ar leith aghabháil le méid bocht oibrithe deonacha, grúpaípobail, ealaíontóirí, baill choiste, maoinitheoirí &urraitheoirí (féach taobh istigh den chlúdach tosaigh)agus foireann na Féile a raibh ionchur ollmhór acu leblianta anuas agus a dhéanfaidh ócáid rathúil as ancheiliúradh seo!Tá clár den scoth againn. Ní bheidh a fhiosagat cá dtosóidh tú!Sean Paul O’Hare, Stiúrthóir, Féile anPhobail4 www.feilebelfast.com

Community PartnersForewordAlthough sometimes the weathermay contradict this, but its Summeragain in Belfast, and this means itstime for the annual carnival thatbrings so much fun, music, craic andlaughter to our city,Yes its Féile anPhobail.We here at InBev Ireland, formallyBass Ireland, have always been proudto have our Brands associated withthe festival, Pouring fun for visitorsand our local community alike, helpingthem taste the atmosphere throughgreat brands like Becks Vier, StellaArtois,Tennents and many more.We are looking forward to attendingmany of the events of Féile 08 maybewe will see you there and enjoy apint together.Have a great time, and if you areenjoying our beers, please do soresponsibly.CheersJeff ToshRegional Director NI On TradeRéamhra ComháirtithePhobailCé go bhféadfaí an aimsir é seo abhréagnú, tá an Samhradh linn arís imBéal Feirste, agus ciallaíonn sin gurb éseo an t-am don charnabhal bliantúil athugann cuid mhór spraoi, ceol, craicagus gáire leis, is é Féile an Phobail atáann.Anseo ag InBev Ireland, Bass Irelandmar a bhí air, bhí muid i gcónaí bródúilas ár mBrandaí a bhain leis an fhéile, agdoirteadh spraoi do chuairteoirí agusdár bpobal áitiúil araon, ag cuidiú leo ant-atmaisfeár a bhlaiseadh trí bhrandaímaithe amhail Becks Vier, Stella Artois,Tennents agus mórán eile nach iad.Táimid ag súil le freastal ar chuid mhórócáidí le Féile 08, b'fhéidir go bhfeicimisansin thú agus sult a bhaint as pionta lechéile.Bíodh am ar dóigh agat, agus mábhíonn tú ag baint suilt as ármbeoracha, ól leat go ciallmhar.Sláinte MhórJeff ToshStiúrthóir Réigiúnach TÉ um Thrádáil2008FÉILEwww.feilebelfast.com5

Neville StapleSupported by BreagMarquee, Bank SquareSaturday 2nd August,8pmFormer lead singer from TheSpecials and a founder memberof Fun Boy 3, Neville Staple hasalso worked with legends suchas Elvis Costello, David Byrne,and Ali Campbell. He is aperformer who will kick of Féile08 with a certain Ska-tasticstyle, with a mix of oldfavourites and brand newmaterial. Tickets £10 Availablefrom all Féile Outlets. Full baravailable until 1am. Sponsoredby Daily Mirror.The 4 of UsSupported by TukanMarquee, Bank SquareSunday 3rd August, 8pmThe 4 Of Us appeared out ofnowhere in 1989 with the hugeNo.1 Irish radio hit ‘Mary’, takenfrom their debut doubleplatinum album ‘Songs For theTempted’, releasing a furtherfour albums in the interveningyears. Nominated for the BestBand in the 2007 MeteorIreland Music Awards The 4 ofUs are back with the finestalbum of their career,‘Fingerprints’.Their hit ‘Sunlight’was named in the top five BestIrish Single Ever poll by TodayFM.Admission - £ 10 Ticketsavailable from all Féile outlets.Neville StapleLe tacaíocht ó BréagMórphuball, Cearnóg BaincDé Sathairn 2 Lúnasa, 8pmIs fearr aithne air as a scríobh & cumadh,creidtear gurb é, Neville Staple, amhránaíó The Specials agus duine de na daoinea bhunaigh Fun Boy 3. Is mar liostaréalta roc é beathaisnéis agus iarthograíNeville. D'oibrigh sé le mórcheoltóiríamhail Elvis Costello, David Byrne Thargach uile ní is ceoltóir é a chuirfidh tús leFéile 08 le stíl ar leith sár-Ska.Gheobhaidh tú meascán de naseananmhráin is fearr mar aon le cuidmhór dá ábhar aonarach iomlán nua.Ticéid £10 ar fáil ag ticéadlanna na Féile.Beár iomlán ar fáil go dtí 1am. Urraitheag Daily Mirror.The 4 of UsTacaithe ag TukanMórphuball, Cearnóg BaincDé Domhnaigh 3 Lúnasa, 8pmTháinig The 4 Of Us aniar aduaidhorainn i 1989 le cnagshingil Uimhir.1 arraidió Éireanneach Mary, a tháinig ónagcéad albam platanaim dhúbailte SongsFor the Tempted. Agus ó shin i leith táThe 4 Of Us ina bhanna de na bannaí ismó meas in Éirinn.Threabh siad a ghortféin agus is banda iad ar lorg foirfeachtagan staonadh gan stad sa stiúideotaifeadta, ag scaoileadh ceithre albameile sna hidirbhlianta. Ainmnithe donBhanda is Fearr i nDuaiseanna CeoilMeteor Ireland 2007 tá The Four of Usar ais leis an albam is fearr go dtí seo.Tá12 rian ar ardchaighdeán ar Fingerprints.Bhain gach albam an bhanna an barr 20amach i gcairteacha na hÉireann agusainmníodh an t-amhrán Sunlight isuirbhé Today FM sna cúig Shingil isFearr Riamh.Ticéid £10 ar fáil ag ticéadlanna na Féile.Beár iomlán ar fáil go dtí 1am.CRAIC AGUS CEOLSkaagusReggae6 www.feilebelfast.com

Simple Songs of Freedom [part of1968 commemorations]St Gall’s GAA Club, Falls Road [oppositeFalls Park]Sunday 3rd August, 5pm - 7pmIt was a time of revolutionary fervour in differentparts of the world. Martin Luther King marching forcivil rights; protests over Vietnam; the streets of Parisechoing to the sound of students demanding change;students here marching for an end to gerrymanderingand discrimination against Catholics.The people notonly raised their voices on the streets, they also sangresistance songs – a mixture of traditional republicanballads like ‘Kevin Barry’ alongside new anthems suchas, ‘We Shall Overcome’. Singers: Gerry Jones, BridKeenan, Barry Kerr, Bill Rolston, Ferghas O hÍr,Eugene McEldowney, Anne and Francie Brolly.Amhráin Shimplí Saoirse [cuidde chomóradh 1968]Cumann CLG Naomh Gall, Bóthar na bhFál[os comhair Pháirc na bhFál]Dé Domhnaigh 3 Lúnasa, 5pm – 7pmTráth a bhí gríosú réabhlóideach i gcodanna difriúladen domhan. Martin Luther King ag máirseáil ar sonceart sibhialta; agóidí mar gheall ar Vítneam; macallaíghlórtha an athraithe ó mhic léinn i SráideannaPháras; mic léinn anseo ag máirseáil chun deireadh achur le claonroinnt agus leatrom in éadan nagCaitliceach. Ní amháin gur ardaigh an pobal a nglórar na sráideanna, dúirt siad amhráin nafrithbhreataíochta – meascán de bhailéidthraidisiúnta amhail ‘Kevin Barry’ taobh le hamhráinmór le rá ar aon dul le, ‘We Shall Overcome’.Amhránaithe: Gerry Jones, Brid Keenan, Barry Kerr,Bill Rolston, Ferghas Ó hÍr, Eugene McEldowney,Anne agus Francie Brolly.www.feilebelfast.com7

FlookSupported by Donal O’Connor & JohnMcSherryMarquee, Bank SquareMonday 4th August, 8pmFlook has always been celebrated for their organic, fluid andbrilliantly innovative all-acoustic fusion of Irish folklore with modernand trans-national rhythms. What really makes them extraordinary,however, is the way their sound emerges from a sixth sense,allowing each band member to communicate on a subliminal level.Support on the night comes from Donal O Connor and JohnMcSherry. O Connor is regarded as ‘one of the outstanding playersof his generation’ by J.B.Vallelly while Mc Sherry is hailed as one ofthe finest exponents of the art of uilleann piping in the world today.Tickets: £10 Available from all Féile outlets. Full bar available until1am. Sponsored by Foras na Gaeilge.Seisún an tSléibhe DhuibhRodaí Mac Corlaí Club, Glen RoadTuesday 5th August, 8pmCeol agus craic with local traditional musicians and singers.TheCaoimhin Holland Memorial Award for nurturing the Irish Languagein West Belfast will also be presented. Free event. Bar available.Sponsored by Foras na Gaeilge.Live Wire ShowcaseDuke of York, Commercial CourtTuesday 4th August, 8pmIn a venue that will give you back-to-back music Féile an Phobailwith the Duke of York give you the Féile FM Live Wire Showcase.Featuring the best of local talent including acts such as The Vals,Delirium Tremens, Kellys Heroes and much, much more.This nightreally will have something for all. Pay at door £5.FlookTacaithe ag Donal O’Connor & JohnMcSherryMórphuball, Cearnóg BaincDé Luain 4 Lúnasa, 8.00pmI ndiaidh rath ollmhór Fhéile an Earraigh, tá oíche ThraidisiúntaFhéile an Phobail ar ais. I mbliana táimid bródúil an banda iontach,Flook, bheith againn. Bhí clú agus cáil ar Flook riamh anall as ameascán ilfhuaimiúil orgánach atá sreabhach agus nuálach ar dhóighiontach le béaloideas na hÉireann le rithimí nua-aimseartha agustras-náisiúnta. Is é an rud a dhéanann iad speisialta ná an dóigh adtagann a bhfuaim amach as séú céadfa, a cheadaíonn do gach ballbanda teagmháil a dhéanamh ar leibhéal fo-chomhfhiosach.Tagann an tacaíocht ar an oíche ó Donal O’Connor agus JohnMcSherry. Meastar gurb é O'Connor “duine de na seinnteoirí isfearr dá ghlúin” le J.B.Vallelly agus moltar Mc Sherry mar dhuine dena píobairí uillinn is fearr beo ar an domhan sa lá atá inniu ann.Ticéid £10 ar fáil ag ticéadlanna na Féile. Beár iomlán ar fáil go dtí1am. Urraithe ag Foras na Gaeilge.Seisiún an tSléibhe DhuibhCumann Rodaí Mhic Corlaí, Bóthar an GhleannaDé Luain 5 Lúnasa, 8pmCeol agus craic le ceoltóirí traidisiúnta áitiúla agus amhránaithe.Bronnfar Gradam Meabhracháin Chaoimhín Holland ar son chothúna Gaeilge i mBéal Feirste chomh maith. Imeacht saor in aisce. Beárar fáil. Urraithe ag Foras na Gaeilge.Live Wire ShowcaseDuke of York, Commercial CourtDé Máirt 4 Lúnasa, 8pmIonad ina bhfaighidh tú ceol droim le droim cuireann Féile anPhobail agus The Duke of York i do láthair Féile, FM Live WireShowcase. Beidh seo lán den tallann áitiúil is fearr, amhail The Vals,Delirium Tremens, Kellys Heroes agus i bhfad i bhfad eile. Beidh rudéigin do gach duine ann go cinnte an oíche seo. £5 ag an doras.8 www.feilebelfast.com

CRAIC AGUS CEOLBrian Kennedyand specialquestsClonard MonasteryWednesday 6th August, 8pmFéile an Phobail presents a celebration of Clonard Monastery’scontribution to the Peace Process. On the 10th anniversary of theGood Friday agreement we are delighted to honour this WestBelfast institution by holding a unique and special evening ofentertainment with esteemed singer Brian Kennedy. Brian was bornin Belfast in 1966 and raised on the Falls Road. Growing up he wasa member of Clonard Monastery’s choir before making a solobreakthrough in 1990 with his debut release, ‘The Great War ofWords’. Spotted in London by Belfast-born, international legend VanMorrison, Brian will be supported on the night by Emer Kenny,renowned harpist and songwriter and the fantastic Féile Women’sSinging Group. Tickets: £12. Available at all Féile outlets. Sponsoredby Cavan Crystal.Brian Kennedyagus aíonnaspeisialtaMainistir Chluain ArdDé Céadaoin 6 Lúnasa 8pmLéiríonn Féile an Phobail ceiliúradh ar ionchur Mhainistir ChluainArd sa Phróiseas Síochána. Ar an 10ú ceiliúradh de ChomhaontúAoine an Chéasta tá áthas orainn foras seo Bhéal Feirste Thiar achomóradh trí oíche uathúil siamsaíochta le ceoltóir den scoth,Brian Kennedy, a reáchtáil. Rugadh Brian i mBéal Feirste ar 12Deireadh Fómhair 1966 agus tógadh é ar Bhóthar na bhFál agus éag fás aníos ba bhall é de chór Mhainistir Chluain Ard.Ghlac Brian céim ollmhór 1990 lena mhargadh céadsingil agusscaoileadh amach a albam The Great War of Words. Ba é VanMorrision, de bhunadh Bhéal Feirste é agus ina dhuine mór le rágo hidirnáisiúnta, a chonaic Brian i Londain. Ar an oíche beidhEmer Kenny, cláirseoir agus scríbhneoir amhrán agus Ceoltoirí Baniontach na Féile ag tacú le Brian.Ticéid £12 ar fáil ag ticéadlannana Féile. Urraithe ag Cavan Crystal.www.feilebelfast.com9

Comedy NightWith Ardal O’Hanlon, Joe Rooney, John Lynn and Damian ClarkAndersonstown Leisure CentreThursday 7th August, 8pmMulti-award winning comedian and actor, Ardal O’Hanlon, is one of the mostacclaimed artists to break through in the comedy industry in recent years. Mostfamously known for his roles in ‘Father Ted’ and ‘My Hero’, O’Hanlon has anextensive list of both acting and comedy television credits to his name. Aspellbinding combination of confidently delivered material and off beatimprovisation makes Ardal O’Hanlon’s stand up act a hilarious journey. Keepingwith the Father Ted theme, Joe Rooney, best known as Father Damo, the rebelpriest who led Father Dougal astray, will keep the laughs going with fast flowinghumour including an impression of seventies rockers singing nursery rhymeswhich is sure to bring tears of laughter to the eyes. John Lynn’s easy going, laidback delivery makes him an instant hit with audiences. Within months of startingstand up John appeared on TV screens, a remarkable feat for a newcomer. MCthis year is provided by Damian Clark, one of the most exciting comics toemerge from Australia in recent years. Tickets: £10. Available from all Féileoutlets. Full bar available until 1am. Sponsored by Becks Vier.CRAIC AGUS CEOLOíche ChoiméideLe Ardal O’Hanlon, Joe Rooney, John Lynn agus Damian ClarkSólann Bhaile AndarsanDéardaoin 7 Lúnasa, 8pmIs duine de na healaíontóirí is mó clú é Ardal O'Hanlon, fear grinn agus aisteoirilghradam-bhuacach, a bhris trí tionscadal an ghrinn le blianta beaga anuas.Is mar gheall ar a ról i ‘Father Ted’ agus ‘My Hero’ is fearr aithne air, tá liosta mórfada creidiúintí ag Ardal as aisteoireacht agus teilifís ghrinn.Tarlaíonn meascán descéalta aisteacha agus ábhair shnasta draíochta chun turas an-ghreannmhar adheanamh as seó stáitse Ardal Ó'Hanlon. Ag cloí le téama Father Ted leanfaidh,Joe Rooney, is fearr aithne ar mar Father Damo, an sagart reibiliúnach a chuirFather Dougal ar strae, a choinneoidh na gáirí ag dul le greann gasta inandéanfaidh sé aithris ar cheoltóirí roc as na seachtóidí ag ceol rannta páistí achuirfidh deor grinn le do shúil. Bíonn an-dúil ag an lucht éisteachta i stílréchúiseach John Lynn.Taobh istigh de roinnt míonna i ndiaidh dó seó stáitse adhéanamh chuaigh sé ar scáileán TV, éacht iontach do dhuine nua. Beidh DamianClark ina fhear tí an oíche seo, duine de na fuirseoirí corraitheacha is fearr leteacht as an Astráil le blianta beaga anuas. Ticéid £10 ar fáil ag ticéadlanna naFéile. Ólacháin ar fáil go dtí 1am. Urraithe ag Becks Vier.10 www.feilebelfast.com

InternationalNightHavana SonSupported by Max PashmAndersonstown Leisure CentreFriday 8th August, 8pmFéile an Phobail is proud to announce an Eastern European andSalsa musical extravaganza. Havana Son is the latest instalment indrummer/percussionist Conor Guilfoyle's fascination with Cubanmusic, and this time he's got the chemistry balanced to a tee. Apleasingly diverse snapshot of Irish multiculturalism at work,Guilfoyle has recruited talented musicians from Cuba, Argentina,Spain and Italy plus the cream of domestic Latin players.They gelperfectly. Havana Son present a rigorously authentic take on son,the guitar driven acoustic modern salsa sound. Popularised somemorably by the global phenomenon that was Buena Vista SocialClub, son is the soundtrack to Cuban daily life.They will besupported by the ethnic/electro fusions of the Max Pashm Band,known for their organic world sounds, with warm funky andhypnotic grooves, incorporating sets from uplifting ethnic clubdance, to chill out and completely traditional world. On offer willalso be a wide array of rich ethnic foods, and even a chance to tryout some salsa moves. Tickets: £10 Available from all Féile outlets.Full bar available until 1am. Sponsored by Becks Vier.OícheIdirnáisiúntaHavana SonLe tacaíocht ó Max PashmSólann Bhaile AndarsanDé hAoine 8 Lúnasa 8pmTá áthas ar Fhéile an Phobail ceol mórthaibhseach Oirthear naEorpach agus Salsa a fhógairt.Is é Havana Son an chéim is déanaí i suim Conor Guilfoyle,drumadóir/cnagcheoltóir, i gceol Cúba, agus an t-am seo tá anmeascán go díreach mar is ceart. Is léargas ilghnéitheach pléisiúrthaar ilchultúrthacht ar obair é, d'earcaigh Guilfoyle ceoltóirí cumasachaó Chúba, ón Airgintín, ón Spáinn agus ón Iodáil, i gcuideachta phlúrde na ceoltóirí Laidineacha.Tagann siad le chéile go foirfe.Léiríonn Havana Son cur amach dian dílis ar ‘son’, giotar nuaaimsearthaan threoraíonn salsa fuaimiúil. Cuireadh seo i mbéal anphobail gan aon amhras ag an fheiniméan a bhí i Buena Vista SocialClub, is é atá i son ná fuaimrian shaol laethúil Chúba. Más deas anéisteacht is deise an damhsa leis. Beidh meascán eitneach MaxPashm Band ag tacú leo, buíon aitheanta trína bhfuaimeannadomhanda orgánacha, le bogadh hiopnóiseach, ina bhfuil damhsatógála club, go dtí ceol réchúiseach agus go hiomlán ceol domhandatraidisiúnta. Beidh réimse leathan bia saibhir eitneach ar fáil, agusseans chun cuid de dhamhsa salsa a dhéanamh.Ticéid £10 ar fáil ag ticéadlanna na Féile. Beár iomlán ar fáil go dtí1am. Urraithe ag Becks Vier.Keepourartsalive.comwww.feilebelfast.com11

Complete StoneRosesSupported by These Charming MenAndersonstown Leisure CentreSaturday 9th August, 8pmThe Complete Stone Roses are an internationally recognised bandand are amongst the most successful tribute bands of all time.Selling out venues across Britain and Ireland regularly, they havehelped to carry on the music of influential 90’s band The StoneRoses. The Stone Roses played a pivotal role in the history of theUK indie music scene. Famous hits like ‘Fools Gold,’ ‘I Am TheResurrection’ and ‘I Wanna Be Adored’ are as recognisable now asthey were in the heyday of Madchester.The Complete Stone Rosesare highly acclaimed by fans, the press, and the original band’smembers. These Charming Men have been playing the music ofThe Smiths for over ten years now. With uncanny similarities andsuperb live performances the Dublin four piece has gone fromstrength to strength, playing sell-out gigs throughout Ireland andheadlining The Smiths/Morrissey Convention in LA four yearsrunning. Tickets: £10 Available from all Féile outlets. Full baravailable until 1am. Sponsored by Metro.Complete StoneRosesTacaithe ag These Charming MenSólann Bhaile AndarsanDé Sathairn 9 Lúnasa, 8pmIs buíon aitheanta go hidirnáisiúnta iad The Complete Stone Rosesagus tá siad i measc na mbuíonta ómóis is rathúla riamh. Is minic anseó díolta amach fud fad na Breataine agus na hÉireann, chuidighsiad le tionchar ceoil The Stone Roses na 90í a choinneáil beo.Bhí ról lárnach ag Stone Roses i stair shaol ceol Indie na RA. Imeasc a gcnag tá Fools Gold, I Am The Resurrection agus I Wanna BeAdored, chomh hinaitheanta inniu agus a bhí siad sna laethantamaithe in Madchester. Síleann lucht leanúna, na meáin agus baill nabunbhuíne a hór de The Complete Stone Roses. Tá TheseCharming Men ag seinm cheol The Smiths le breis agus deichmbliana. Is iontach na cosúlachtaí agus sár-sheónna beo chuaigh anbhuíon cheithre phíosa seo ó Bhaile Átha Cliath ó neart go neart,ag seinm i seónna díolta amach fud fad na hÉireann ag seinm saphríomh-áit ag The Smiths/Morrissey Convention in LA ceithrebliana i ndiaidh a chéile. Ticéid £10 ar fáil ag ticéadlanna na Féile.Beár iomlán ar fáil go dtí 1am. Urraithe ag Metro.Indie Tribute Show12 www.feilebelfast.com

Fun Lovin’ CriminalsSupported by Ham SandwichAndersonstown Leisure CentreSunday 10th August, 8pmAll the way from NYC and with seven albums under their belt, FLCcreated a refreshing, unique, and thoroughly brilliant sound,combining hip-hop and jazz rhythms with more traditional rocktechniques. Containing funky guitar riffs, trumpets, harmonicas and acatchy bass line FLC created a brand new style that stands out fromother bands. With hits such as ‘Fun Lovin’ Criminal’, ‘Scooby Snacks’,‘Love Unlimited and Loco’, the Fun Lovin’ Criminals will bring thehouse down on the Féile finale.Tickets £10 Available from all Féile Outlets. Full bar available until1am. Sponsored by Becks Vier.Fun Lovin’ CriminalsTacaithe ag Ham SandwichSólann Bhaile AndarsanDé Domhnaigh 10 Lúnasa, 8pmAn bealach ar fad ó NYC, féach a punk Fun Lovin’ Criminals atáann! Le seacht n-albam foilsithe, chruthaigh F-L-C fuaim fhriseáilteuathúil agus ar dóigh ar fad, ag tarraingt le chéile hip-hop agus rithimsnagcheoil le teicnící roc níos traidisiúnta.Tá buillí funk giotair,trumpaí, orgáin béil agus líne doird ann atá tógálach, chruthaigh F-L-C stíl iomlán nua a sheasann amach ó bhanna eile.I measc na gcnag amhail Fun Lovin’ Criminal, Scooby Snacks agusLove Unlimited agus Loco, cuireann Fun Lovin’ Criminals deireadhiontach le hoíche deiridh na Féile. Ticéid £10 ar fáil ag ticéadlannana Féile. Beár iomlán ar fáil go dtí 1am. Urraithe ag IBecks Vier.www.feilebelfast.com13

FÉILE PICTIÚRLANN NA MOTARFÉILE DRIVE IN MOVIESAndersonstown Leisure CentreSunday 3rd August - Tuesday 5th AugustEntrance via Leisure Centre side gatesGates open 9.30pm – Screening 10pmFollowing the enormous success of the drive-in movies last year,Féile will once again erect a giant 50ft x 40ft screen at the back ofAndersonstown Leisure Centre to give you the ultimate drive-inmovie experience! The audience can tune into the film soundtrack,which will be broadcast to their car radios. And for those of youwithout a car,Translink have provided a double-decker bus for thevery best view of your favourite film. So turn your engines off, putyour feet up and enjoy three of the very best films in cinemahistory from the comfort of your own car! Tickets for this event arestrictly limited so book early! Tickets £5 per person.Tel: 9028 4028. Food and toilet facilities will be available at thedrive in.FÉILE PICTIÚRLANN NA MOTARSólann Bhaile AndarsanDé Domhnaigh 3 Lúnasa - Dé Máirt 5 LúnasaBealach isteach trí gheata taoibh na SólainneGeataí oscailte ar 9.30pm – Scannán 10pmMar gheall ar rath phictiúrlann na mótar anuraidh, tógfaidh an Fhéilearís eile scáileán ollmhór 50 troigh x 40 troigh ar chúl ShólannBhaile Andarsan chun eispéireas phictiúrlann na mótar is fearr athabhairt duitse! Is féidir le lucht éisteachta craoladh isteach arfhuaimrianta an scannáin, a chraolfar ar na raidiónna cairr. Agusdóibh siúd nach bhfuil carr agaibh, chuir Translink bus dhá stór ar fáilleis an radharc is fearr a fháil ar do scannán is fearr. Mar sin de cuiras d'inneall, cuir do chosa in airde agus bain sult as trí scannán denchineál is fearr i stair na pictiúrlainne ó chompord do chairr féin! Táticéid na hócáide seo teoranta mar sin de cuir áit in áirithe go luath!Ticéid £5 an duine. Teil: 9028 4028. Beidh áiseanna bia agus leithrisar fáil ag phictiúrlann na mótar.www.feilebelfast.com15

FÉILE DRIVE IN MOVIES FÉILE PICTIÚRLANN NA MOTAR‘Dirty Dancing’Sunday 3rd AugustNobody puts Baby in a corner, not even Féile. We put her on a 40ft screen! That’s what’s in store with ‘Dirty Dancing’ being at theDrive-In. In the summer of 1963, 17-year-old New Yorker Frances‘Baby’ Houseman (Jennifer Grey) is vacationing with her family atKellerman’s holiday resort. Baby develops a crush on the resort’sdance instructor Johnny Castle (Patrick Swayze) and when Baby isinvited to a party, she sees for the first time the ‘dirty dancing’ thatthe staff all enjoys. As Baby becomes Johnny’s pupil in dance,tempers flare and a romance begins.The clash of middle-class richkid and working-class dance instructor is fraught with angst yetdespite everything the magic of the dancing reigns supreme andthey certainly have the time of their lives!‘The Exorcist’Monday 4th AugustChris MacNeil notices dramatic and dangerous changes in thebehavior and physical make-up of her twelve-year-old daughterRegan. Regan exhibits strange, unnatural powers, including levitationand great strength. At first, Chris believes that Regan’s rapid mentaland physical changes are due to trauma from Chris’s recent divorceand doctors try to find an explanation for her bizarre behaviour.Supernatural occurrences plague the household and two priests arecalled to perform an exorcism. From that moment the horrordevelops… Possibly the scariest film you’ll ever see!‘Pulp Fiction’Tuesday 5th AugustEverybody can remember putting two fingers side ways in front ofyour face and doing the ‘pulp fiction’ dance to Chuck Berry’s ‘YouNever Can Tell’. If you claim you haven’t, you are obviously lying!Take two hit men (John Travolta & Samuel L. Jackson), a mob boss(Ving Rhames), his wife (Uma Thurman), a washed-up boxer (BruceWillis) and a series of bizarre coincidences, occurrences andmishaps involving Pumpkin, Honey Bunny, Captain Koons and theGimp, and you have what can only be described as one of QuentinTarantino’s best works.‘Dirty Dancing’Dé Domhnaigh 3ú LúnasaNí chuireann duine ar bith 'Baby' sa choirnéal, chan an Fhéile go fiú.Cuirimid í ar scáileán 40 troigh! Sin a bheidh in ann dúinn le 'DirtyDancing' ag Pictiúrlann na Mótar. I samhradh 1963, bhí Frances'Baby' House, 17 mbliana d'aois, as Nua Eabhrac ar saoire lenateaghlach ar laithreán saoire Kellerman.Titeann Baby i ngrá le hoidedamhsa an laithreáin Johnny Castle (Patrick Swayze) agus nuair atugadh cuireadh di dul ar cóisir, feiceann sí an 'damhsa salach' denchéad uair, damhsa as a mbaineann an fhoireann uile sult. Nuair aéiríonn Baby ina mac léinn damhsa ag Johnny, éiríonn rudaí teasaíagus tosaíonn an grá. Is casta é an chaismirt idir girseachmheánaicme agus oide damhsa den lucht oibre ach in ainneoin gachrud, éiríonn dríocht an damhsa i réim agus bíonn an t-am is fearr inasaol acu!‘The Exorcist’Dé Luain 4 LúnasaTugann Chris MacNeil faoi deara athruithe atá drámata agusbaolach in iompar agus cruth fisiceach a hiníne 12 bhliain d’aois,Regan. Léiríonn Regan cumhachtaí aisteacha mínádúrtha,eadarbhuasú agus neart as cuimse ina measc. I dtús báire, creideannChris go mbaineann athruithe meabhracha agus fisiceacha Regan letráma mar gheall cholscaradh Chris ar na mallaibh, agus déananndochtuírí iarracht teacht ar mhíniú faoina hiompar aduain.Tá anteaghlach cráite ag tarlaithe osnádúrtha agus cuirtear fios ar an dáshagart le deamhandíbirt a dhéanamh. Is ón bhomaite sin athosaíonn an t-uafás… B'fhéidir an scannán is scanrúla a d’fheicfeáchoíche!‘Pulp Fiction’Dé Máirt 5ú LúnasaIs féidir le gach duine cuimhne dhá mhéar a chur cliathánach oscomhair d'aghaidh agus damhsa 'pulp fiction' a dhéanamh le ceolChuck Berry 'You Never Can Tell'. Má deir tú nach dearna, bréagatá tú ag insint! Tóg dhá dhúnmharfóir (John Travolta & Samuel L.Jackson), ceannaire gramisce (Ving Rhames), a bhean chéile (UmaThurman), dornálaí dóite (Bruce Willis) agus sráith chomhtharluithe,tarluithe agus méancóga ina bhfuil Pumpkin, Honey Bunny, CaptainKoons agus an Gimp, agus is é atá agat ansin ná ceann de natráthanna is fearr de chuid Quentin Taratino.16 www.feilebelfast.com

DISCUSSIONS &DEBATESPLÉ AGUSDÍOSPÓIREACHTAÍTom Hayden, August 1968www.feilebelfast.com17

Discussion and Debate Ple agus DiospoireachtaiThe Visual Arts in Ireland after the Flightof the Earls by Robert BallaghSt Mary’s University CollegeMonday 4th August, 1pmA quick journey through 400 years of Irish art and Irish history.Robert Ballagh, a member of AOSDANA, is an award-winningpainter and designer of the set for Riverdance, Irish postage stampsand bank notes. His work has been displayed in the Ulster Museumand the National Gallery of Ireland.‘Sunday at Five’Screening followed by DiscussionSt. Mary’s University CollegeMonday 4th August, 3pmThe early release of the political prisoners here was a highlycontentious issue for many, including relatives of those who werekilled in the conflict. ‘Sunday at Five’, a documentary film made byBatabat Limited Co-operative Catalan Society and TobarProductions, examines the lives of two of those individuals whoplayed leading roles on opposite sides of the conflict. Senior IRAman Séanna Walsh and ex-leader of the UDA Billy McQuistonrelate a collective portrait of the penal perspective of the peaceprocess and help us to understand the complexity of the conflict asseen from prison and on the outside.They will take questions fromthe audience. Chair: Sonia Nic Giolla Easbuig, television producerand director.Lessons of ‘68 [part of 1968commemorations]Tom HaydenSt Mary’s University CollegeMonday 4th August, 7.30pmIn the 1960s the US was in turmoil over domestic injustices, deathsin racial confrontations, the war in Vietnam, and a counterculture atodds with the established order.Tom Hayden was deeply involved inboth the anti-war and civil rights movement and was indicted onconspiracy charges at the time of the 1968 Democratic NationalConvention in Chicago.The street politics of North America heavilyinfluenced the demand for civil rights here.Tom Hayden reflects onthat period and the lessons that might be learnt by today’s activists.Chair: Catherine Clinton, Professor of History at Queen’sUniversity. Formerly of Harvard University. Catherine is a memberof the Screen Writers’ Guild and has written for the HistoryChannel. Sponsored by Roddy McCorley Social Club.Radhairc Ealaínteoracht in Éirinn I ndiaidhImeacht na nIarlaí le Robert BallaghColáiste Ollscoil Naomh MhuireDé Luan 4 Lúnasa, 1pmTuras gasta tríd 400 bliain de ealaín agus stair nah Éireann. Baill deAosdana, is péintéir agus dearrtheoir ráthúil Ballagh a raibh baintaige le dearrú Riverdance, stampaí na hÉireann agus nótaí banca.Crochadh a obair i Iarsmalann Uladh agus an Dánlann NáisiúntaÉireannach.‘Sunday at Five’Coláiste Ollscoile Naomh MuireDé Luain 4 Lúnasa, 3pmCnámh spairne a bhí i scaoileadh saor luath na gcimí do mhórán,gaolta dóibh siúd a maraíodh sa choimhlint san áireamh. ‘Sunday atFive’, scannán doiciméadach a rinne Batabat Teoranta,Comharchumann Chumann na Catalóine agus Léiriúcháin Tobar, aamharcann go grinn ar shaol beirte a raibh mór-róil acu ar an dáthobh den choimhlint. Óglach Sinsearach na hÉireann SéannaBreatnach agus iar-cheannaire UDA Billy McQuiston a dhéanannaithris ar chomhscéal faoi dhearcadh an chime i leith an phróisissíochána agus a chuidíonn linn castacht na coimhlinte mar achonacthas é taobh amuigh agus taobh istigh den phríosún athuiscint. Glacfaidh siad le ceisteanna ón lucht féachana.Cathaoirleach: Sonia Nic Giolla Easbuig, léiritheoir agus stiúrthóirteilifíse.Ceachtanna ‘68 [cuid de chomóradh 1968]Tom HaydenColáiste Ollscoile Naomh MuireDé Luain 4 Lúnasa, 7.30pmSna 1960í bhí na Stáit Aontaithe ina gcíor thuathail maidir lehéagóracha baile, básanna i dtroideanna ciníocha, an cogadh iVítneam, agus cultúr codarsnachta in éadan an oird bhunaithe. Bhíbaint mhór ag Tom Hayden, mórghníomhaí polaitiúil a d’fhan dílis dápholaitíocht radacach, leis na gluaiseachtaí frithchogaíochta agusceart sibhialta. Ag Comhdháil Náisiúnta an Pháirtí Dhaonlathaigh inChicago bhí oll-léiriúcháin ag tabhairt amach faoin Chogadh iVítneam agus díotáladh Hayden agus daoine eile. Ba mhór antionchar a d’imir polaitíocht na sráide i Meiriceá Thuaidh ar éileamhceart sibhialta i dtuaisceart na hÉireann. Déanann Tom Hayden amhachnamh ar an tréimhse sin agus na ceachtanna atá le foghlaimag gníomhaithe an lae inniu. Cathaoirleach: Catherine Clinton,Ollamh le Stair in Ollscoil na Banríona, a chaith seal oibre in OllscoilHarvard. Is ball í Catherine den Chuallaíocht Scríobhaithe Scáileáinagus scríobh sí don Chaineál Staire. Urraithe ag Roddy McCorleySocial Club.18 www.feilebelfast.com

Discussion and Debate Ple agus DiospoireachtaiFrank Cahill MemorialLectureThe Theatre, Conway Education Centre, Conway MillMonday 4th August, 7.30pmSpeaker: Bernadette McAliskeyLéacht CuimhneacháinFrank CahillAn Amharclann, Ionad Oideachais, Muileann MhicCon MidheDé Luain 4 Lúnasa, 7.30pmCainteoir: Bernadette McAliskeyFéile an Phobail endorse the TácampaignReachtaíocht na GaeilgeCúig bhliain don Acht ó dheasCeachtanna agus taithíAgallamh leis an Choimisinéir Teanga,Seán Ó CuirreáinCultúrlann McAdam Ó FiaichMonday 4th August, 7.30pmOn the fifth anniversary of the introduction of the OfficialLanguages Act in the South, journalist Póilín Ní Chiaráin interviewsand puts audience questions to Seán Ó Cuirreáin, Irish LanguageCommissioner, about the lessons learned and experience gained inprotecting the Irish language.Raiders of the Lost ArchivesSt Mary’s University CollegeTuesday 5th August, 1pm‘Top Secret and Confidential – What the British government reallythought about loyalist violence, the UDR and what to tell the Pope!’The Pat Finucane Centre and Justice for the Forgotten annually ‘raidthe archives’ at Kew in London for declassified documents whichinclude intelligence reports, correspondence and memos betweenthe British and Irish governments. A wide selection of this archivedmaterial will be on display as part of Feile exhibitions.Slideshow followed by a discussion. Chair – Dr Brian Feeney.Sponsored by Pat Finucane Centre & Relatives for Justice**Later in August Relatives for Justice plans to organise a talk,‘States of Terror’,examining Irish and Islamic common experiences, British state violence,repressive legislation and human rights violations. Please see local press formore detailsReachtaíocht na GaeilgeCúig bliana den Acht ó DheasCeachtanna agus TaithíAgallamh leis an Choimisinéir Teanga,Seán Ó CuirreáinCultúrlann McAdam Ó FiaichDé Luain 4 Lúnasa, 7.30pmAr an chuigiú hócáid cheiliúrtha i dtaobh thabhairt isteach Acht nadTeangacha Oifigiúla ó Dheas, cuireann Póilín Ní Chiaráin, iriseoir,Seán Ó Cuirreáin, Coimisinéir Gaeilge, faoi agallamh faoi naceachtanna foghlamtha agus an taithí a fuarthas maidir leis anGhaeilge a chosaint.Raiders of the Lost ArchivesColáiste Ollscoile Naomh MuireDé Luain 5 Lúnasa, 1pm“Faoi rún daingean agus rúnda - Cad é a shíl Rialtas na Breataine lefírinne faoi fhoréigean dílseora, an UDR agus an rud le rá leis anPhápa!” Gach bliain téann Ionad Pat Finucane le Ceartas do naDaoine gan Aird le ‘ruathar a thabhairt ar chartlann’ ag CartlannNáisiúnta na Breataine ag Kew, Londain. Tá díolaim leathan denábhair seo a cuireadh i gcartlann ar taispeáint mar chuid dethaispeántais na Féile. Seó sleamhnán agus plé ina dhiaidh.Cathaoirleach – an Dr Brian Feeney, Urraithe ag Ionad Pat Finucaneagus Gaolta um Cheartas**Níos moillle anonn i mí Lúnasa tá sé de rún ag Gaolta um Cheartas caint aeagrú,‘States of Terror’, ag breathnú go grinn ar chomhthaithí Éireannacha agusIoslamacha, foréigean stáit na Breataine, reachtaíocht dhiansmachtúil, agussáruithe ar chearta daonna. Féach ar an phreas áitiúil le haghaidh tuilleadhsonraí.www.feilebelfast.com19

Discussion and Debate Ple agus Diospoireachtai‘Warning: Poverty can seriouslydamage your health’The Annual Belfast Health and Social Care Trust/FéileLectureSt Mary’s University CollegeTuesday 5th August, 5pmSpeaker: Harry Burns, Chief Medical Officer forScotland.In the context of rising costs for basic needs such as food andenergy this year’s lecture considers the link between poverty and illhealth. Are those caught in the poverty trap destined to live ashorter and iller life? What can be done to address inequalities inhealth? Harry Burns graduated in medicine in 1974. He has workedas a general surgeon, a consultant surgeon and was MedicalDirector of the Royal Infirmary in Glasgow. Since 1993 he wasDirector of Public Health for Greater Glasgow Health Board whichis responsible for organising health care and maintaining the healthof one million people in the West of Scotland. He is currently ChiefMedical Officer for Scotland.‘Why The Rule of Law Really Matters’The annual P.J. McGrory Human RightsLectureSpeaker – Dame Nuala O’Loan, former PoliceOmbudsmanSt Mary’s UniversityCollegeTuesday 5th August,7.30pmNuala O'Loan is a former lawlecturer and from 1999 the firstPolice Ombudsman. Her robustinvestigation into the policehandling of the Omagh bombingbrought her into conflict with thethen Chief Constable, Sir RonnieFlanagan. In January 2007 shepublished the results of ‘Operation Ballast’, an investigation intocollusion between the RUC and the UVF in relation to the murderof Raymond McCord Jnr. In a tribute to her independence a surveyfound that Protestants and Catholics were equally supportive of herin her role as Ombudsman, a position from which she retired in2007 to work for the Irish government as a special envoy in EastTimor. In this address she will talk about her work as PoliceOmbudsman, about the all-pervasive past, the powers andlimitations of the law, but the importance of law in securing andupholding values in an evolving stable and democratic society.Chair: Professor of Law, Fionnuala D. Ní Aoláin."Rabhadh Sláinte Rialtais: Is féidir lebochtanas géardhamáiste a dhéanamh dodo shláinte "Léacht Bliantúil Iontaobhas Bhéal Feirste/ na FéileDé Máirt 5 Lúnasa, 5pmCainteoir: Harry Burns, Príomh-Oifigeach Míochaine nahAlbanI gcomhthéacs costais mhéadaithe do bhunriachtanais amhail biaagus fuinneamh pléann léacht na bliana seo an nasc idirbochtaineacht agus breoiteacht.An bhfuil sé in ann dóibh siúd atá gafa sa ghaiste bochtaineachtasaol níos gairide agus níos tinne bheith acu? Cad é is féidir adhéanamh le dul i ngleic le héagothromaíochtaí sa tsláinte?Bronnadh céim leighis ar Harry Burns sa bhliain 1974. D'oibrigh sémar mháinlia ginearálta, mar lia comhairleach agus bhí sé inaStiúrthóir Míochaine ar an Otharlann Ríoga i nGlaschú. Ó bhí 1993ann bhí sé ina Stiúrthóir Sláinte Poiblí ar Bhord SláinteMhórcheantar Ghlaschú atá freagrach as cúram sláinte a shocrúagus as sláinte milliún duine in Iarthar na hAlban a choinneáil. Faoiláthair tá sé ina Phríomh-Oifigeach Míochaine d'Albain.‘An Fáth a bhFuil Tábhacht le Riail Dlí’Léacht Bliantúil Chearta an Duine P.J.McGroryAoichainteoir An Dáma Nuala O’Loan, Iar-OmbudsmanPóilíneachtaColáiste Ollscoile Naomh MuireDé Máirt 5 Lúnasa, 7.30pmIs iarléachtóir le dlí í Nuala O’Loan, agus ó bhí1999 ann bhí sí ina céad OmbudsmanPóilíneachta. Is é an toradh a bhí ar a fiosrúchándaingean ar láimhseáil póilíní bhuamáil na hÓmaíná coimhlint leis an Ardchonstábla, an RidireRonnie Flanagan. I mí Eanáir 2007 d’fhoilsigh sítorthaí ‘Operation Ballast’, fiosrúchán archlaonpháirteachas idir an RUC agus an UVFmaidir le dúnmharú Raymond Óig McCord. Inómós dá cuid neamhspleáchais fuair suirbhé amach gurb ionann antacaíocht ó Phrotastúnaigh agus ó Chaitlicigh dá ról marOmbudsman, d’éirigh sí as an phost sin sa bhliain 2007 le hobair arson rialtas na hÉireann mar thoscaire speisialta sa Tíomór Thoir. Sanaitheasc seo labhróidh sí faoina cuid oibre mar OmbudsmanPóilíneachta, faoin am forleatach atá caite, faoi chumhachtaí agus faoitheorainneacha an dlí, ach faoi thábhacht an dlí chun luachanna isochaí sheasmhach dhaonlathach atá ag athrú a thabhairt slán agus achosaint.Cathaoirleach: Ollamh le Dlí, Fionnuala D. Ní Aoláin.20 www.feilebelfast.com

Discussion and Debate Ple agus DiospoireachtaiLecture andPresentation on SaintGallen and Loch LaoHeritageAn CultúrlannTuesday 5th August, 7.30pmMaria Hufenus from Saint Gallen Library will deliver a talk andpresentation on the Saint Gallen Heritage and the riches of the IrishManuscripts. Dr. Pádraigín Ní hUllacháin, the first Traditional Singer inResidence at Queen’s University, Belfast, will recite a number ofsongs, specially composed for the event and based on Irish poetryas part of the celebration.Presented by: Laochra Loch Lao and Forbairt FeirsteLéacht agus Léiriú arNaomh Gallen agus arOidhreacht Loch LaoAn CultúrlannDé Máirt 5 Lúnasa, 7.30pmMaria Hufenus ó Leabharlann Naomh Gallen a thabharfaidh caint arshaibhreas na lámhscríbhinní Éireannacha. Déarfaidh an Dr. PádraigínNí hUllacháin, an chéad Cheoltóir Traidisiúnta cónaithe in Ollscoil naBanríona, Béal Feirste, roinnt amhrán cumtha don ócáid agusbunaithe ar filíocht Éireannach mar chuid den cheiliúradh .Léirithe ag: Laochra Loch Lao agus Forbairt Feirste.www.feilebelfast.com21

Discussion and Debate Ple agus DiospoireachtaiChildren ofRevolutionariesGillian SlovoSt Mary’s University CollegeWednesday 6th August, 1pmGillian Slovo has written ten novels and is the author of the play‘Guantanamo: Honor Bound to Defend Freedom’ (with VictoriaBrittain). Her mother, Ruth First, was killed in a bomb explosion andher father Joe Slovo was a famous communist and one of the fewwhite leaders of the ANC. Gillian’s memoir, ‘Every Secret Thing: MyFamily, My Country’, is an account of her childhood in South Africaand her relationship with her parents. Her 2004 novel ‘Red Dust’deals with the hearings of the Truth and Reconciliation Commissionin South Africa and addresses the question of truth. It has beenmade into a feature film starring Hilary Swank. Her tenth novel, ‘IceRoad’ was short listed for the Orange Prize for Fiction. Gillian willtalk about her profession as a writer, about her life influences andthe difficulties that arose from being the child of revolutionaries.Chair – Martina Anderson, Sinn Fein MLA.Sponsored by Tar Anall & Coiste na n-IarchimiLeanaí RéabhlóiditheGillian SlovoColáiste Ollscoile Naomh MuireDé Ceadaoin 6 Lúnasa, 1pmScríobh Gillian Slove deich n-úrscéal, agus is údar í den dráma‘Guantanamo: Honor Bound to Defend Freedom’ (le VictoriaBrittain).Mharaigh pléascadh buama a máthair Ruth First, agus bhí ahathair ina chumannaí clúiteach agus duine de bheagán ceannairíbána an ANC. Is cuntas é a cuimhní cinn ‘Every Secret Thing: MyFamily, My Country’ar a saol mar leanbh san Afraic Theas agus agaol lena tuismitheoirí. Pléann a húrscéal 2004 ‘Red Dust’ leheisteachtaí an Choimisiúin Fírinne agus Athmhuintearais agustugann sé faoi cheist na fírinne. Rinneadh príomhscannán de in abhfuil Hilary Swank. Gearrliostáladh a deichiú húrscéal ‘Ice Road’don Orange Prize for Fiction. Labhróidh Gillian faoina gairm marscríbhneoir, faoi na tionchair ar a saol agus faoi na deacrachtaí abhain léi agus í mar leanbh ag réabhlóidithe. Cathaoirleach–Martina Anderson, Sinn Féin CCA.Urraithe ag Tar Anall & Coiste na nIarchimí22 www.feilebelfast.com

Discussion and Debate Ple agus DiospoireachtaiRecovery - whose Recovery? (part ofOscailt programme)St. Mary’s University CollegeWesdnesday 6th August, 1pmDiscussion organised by L.A.M.P. who are a user-led mental healthgroup. It’s L.A.M.P.’s intention to look at the individual’s recoverycombined with the idea of community recovery. L.A.M.P. haveinvited a panel of guests made up of representatives from serviceusers groups.The event hopes to broaden service users’ input andtheir recovery. Everyone welcomeWest Belfast TalksBackSt Louise’s Comprehensive CollegeWednesday 6th August, 7.30pm – 9pmAudience debate with leading politicians and commentators.Twomain discussions: firstly, the legacy of 1968 on this the fortiethanniversary of the Northern Ireland Civil Rights Movement; and,secondly, how today our power-sharing government buildsconfidence and deals with the challenges of home rule. Chair:William Crawley, BBC journalist and broadcaster and presenter ofRadio Ulster’s ‘Sunday Sequence’. Speakers: Deputy First Minister,Martin McGuinness MP and Don Purvis MLA, leader of theProgressive Unionist Party. Other speakers to be confirmed. Butbefore the panellists take the stage with their straight faces, we havean insight into what the ‘Folks on the Hill’ really think! SeanCrummy, creator of the hugely-popular BBC television satire aboutthe antics of our politicians, lifts the lid on the trials and tribulationsof our struggling reps, struggling with each other out there in thegreen room... orange room... whatever!Sponsored by StrategemCé air ar tháinig biseach? (mar chuid denchlár Oscailt)Coláiste Ollscoile Naomh MuireDé Céadaoin 6 Lúnasa, 1pmPlé a d’eagraigh L.A.M.P. ar grúpa sláinte meabhrach iad faoicheannas úsáideoirí. Tá sé de rún ag L.A.M.P. amharc ar théarnamhan duine aonair ceangailte le coincheap téarnamh pobail. ChuirL.A.M.P. cuireadh ar phainéal aíonna ina bhfuil ionadaithe grúpaíúsáideoirí seirbhíse, is é is mian leis an imeacht ná ionchur a mhéadúó ghrúpaí úsáideoirí seirbhíse agus cuidiú lena dtéarnamh, leis. Fáilteroimh chách.Cur agus CúiteamhBhéal Feirste ThiarColáiste Cuimsitheach Naomh LabhaoiseDé Céadaoin 6 Lúnasa, 7.30 -9pmDíospóireacht lucht éisteachta le mórpholaiteoirí agus tráchtairí.Beidh dhá mhórphlé ann: ar an chéad dul síos, oidhreacht 1968 archomóradh daichead bliain de Ghluaiseacht Ceart SibhialtaThuaisceart Éireann; agus ar an dara dul síos an dóigh a dtógann árrialtas cumhachtroinnte muinín agus a phléann le dúshláin RialtasDúchais. Cathaoirleach: William Crawley, iriseoir agus craoltóir BBCagus léiritheoir ‘Sunday Sequence’ Raidió Uladh. Cainteoirí: AnLeasChéad-Aire, Martin McGuinness agus Don Purvis CCA,ceannaire ar an Pháirtí Aontachtach Forásach. Cainteoirí eile lecintiú. Ach sula dtéann an painéal ar an ardán leis na haghaidheannadáiríre, beidh léargas ar cad é a shíleann ‘Folks on the Hill’ dairíre!Nochtann Seán Crummey, cruthaitheoir aor teilifíse BBC mór le rá,faoinár bpolaiteoirí faoi dheacrachtaí agus crá ár n-ionadaithe atá agstreachailt, ag streachailt lena chéile amuigh ansin sa seomra glas...seomra oráiste...cibé!Urraithe ag Strategem.www.feilebelfast.com23

Discussion and Debate Ple agus DiospoireachtaiPalestine Day –Commemorating 60 years ofNAKHBASt Mary’s University CollegeThursday 7th August12noon - 5pm - Bookstall, exhibition and films, including ‘Memory ofthe Cactus’ and ‘Bil’in Against The Wall’.7pm - 9pm – Public meeting: Palestine – 60 Years of Dispossession.Among the speakers will be Ghada Karmi, one of the world’s mostrenowned commentators on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and awell-known figure on British radio and TV. Born in Jerusalem, shewas forced to leave as a child in 1948 and grew up in Britain. She isthe author of several books, including her widely-acclaimed memoir,‘In Search of Fatima’, and ‘Married to Another Man’, which dealswith the Nakba and is an analysis of Palestinian dispossession andopportunities for peace.Organised by the Ireland-Palestine Solidarity CommitteeLá na bPalaistíneach - AgCeiliúradh 60 bliain deNAKHBAColáiste Ollscoile Naomh MuireDéardaoin 7 Lúnasa12 meán lae -5pm Seastán Leabhar,Taispeántas agus scannáin,‘Memory of the Cactus’ agus ‘Bil’in Against the Wall’.7pm -9pm Cruinniú Poiblí: An Phalaistín -60 bliain den Díshealbhú.Beidh Ghada Karmi i measc na gcainteoirí, duine de na tráchtairí isclúití ar choimhlint Iosrael-na Palaistíne agus is duine mór le rá í arraidió na Breataine agus ar an teilifís. Rugadh in Iarúsailéim í, tugadhuirthi fágáil mar leanbh sa bhliain 1948 agus d’fhás sí aníos saBhreatain. Is údar í a scríobh roinnt leabhar, a cuimhní cinn cáiliúla‘In Search of Fatima’, agus ‘Married to Another Man’ a phléann leisan Nakba agus a dhéanann anailís ar dhíshealbhú na bPalaistíneachagus deis na síochána.Arna Eagrú ag Coiste Comhbhá na hÉireann leis an Phalaistín24 www.feilebelfast.com

Discussion and Debate Ple agus DiospoireachtaiInvesting in Health Cuban Style -Why are the Cubans so successful?Speaker – Una LynchSt Mary’s University CollegeThursday 7th August, 1pm – 2.30pmInfant mortality and life expectancy are closely correlated to acountry’s wealth and GDP. Yet Cuba is the classic opposite of this.Economically a third world country, life expectancy and infantmortality rates in Cuba are comparable with, if not superior toEurope and North America. Una Lynch, as part of her doctoralresearch, lived in Cuba and was given open access to observe theCuban health services in action. She will speak about herexperiences and what can be learnt about a hugely successfulsystem built around primary care, focused on prevention of diseaseand the promotion of health, governed by a powerful Ministry ofPublic Health.A Unison international group presentationDesigning Safer CommunitiesFalls Community CouncilThursday 7th August, 1.30pmFalls Community Council and the Upper Springfield SaferNeighbourhood Forum present a panel debate entitled, ‘DesigningSafer Communities’. Panel will include PSNI Crime PreventionDesign Advisor, Kenny McHugh; Housing Executive Chief Executive,Paddy McIntyre; and a video link with New York’s Central Parkmanager, Jack T Lynn. Refreshments afterwards.In Step – Parades in a ‘Shared’ CityNorthern Visions Studio, 23 Donegall StreetFriday 8th August, 2pmSeminar and discussion looking at the Belfast City Carnival Parade,St Patrick’s Day Parade, the Gay Pride Parade and Orangefest andhow these parades have developed over the past five years as wemove forward in a city where parades can be contentious. It willexplore issues such as creating a shared space, and celebrating localand multi-cultural identities. (Please note that the seminar will betelevised by NvTv. Organised by Community Arts Forum/BeatInitiative/Féile an PhobailInfheistíocht sa tSláinte: an BealachCúbachCén fáth a n-éiríonn comh maith sin leisna Cúbaigh?Aoichainteoir – Úna LynchColáiste Ollscoile Naomh MuireDéardaoin 7 Lúnasa, 1pm – 2.30pmTá dlúthbhaint idir mortlaíocht naíonán agus ionchas saoil agussaibhreas tíre agus GDP. Ach a mhalairt de sin atá fíor faoi Chúba.Is tír den tríú domhan é ar bhonn geilleagrach, ach tá rátaí ionchassaoil agus mortlaíochta, inchurtha le, mura bhfuil siad níos fearr ná,an Eoraip agus Tuaisceart Mheirceá. Chónaigh Úna Lynch, marchuid dá taighde dochtúireachta, i gCúba agus tugadh rochtainoscailte di le breathnú ar sheirbhísí sláinte Chúba faoi lán seoil.Labhróidh sí faoina taithí agus faoin rud is féidir a fhoghlaim faoichóras iontach rathúil tógtha thart ar phríomhchúram, dírithe arghalar a chosc agus ar an tsláinte a chur chun cinn, faoi riailchumachtach Aireacht na Sláinte Poiblí.Léiriú grúpa idirnáisiúnta UnisonPobail Níos Sábháilte a DhearadhComhairle Pobail na bhFálDéardaoin 7 Lúnasa, 1.30pmLéiríonn Comhairle Pobail na bhFál agus Fóram ComharsanachtNíos Sábhailte Chluanaí Uachtarach díospóireacht phainéil darteideal ‘Pobail Níos Sábháilte a Dhearadh’. Ar an phainéal beidhKenny McHugh, Comhairleoir Deartha PSNI maidir le Cosc arCoireanna, Paddy McIntyre, Príomhfheidhmeannach FeidhmeannasTithíochta; agus físnasc le bainisteoir Pháirc Láir Nua Eabhrac, Jack TLynn. Soláistí ina dhiaidh.Céim ar Chéim – Mórshiúlta i gCathair‘Chomhroinnte’Northern Visions StudioDé hAoine 8 Lúnasa, 2pmSeimineár agus plé ar Mhórshiúl Carnabhail Chathair Bhéal Feirste,Mórshiúl Lá Fhéile Pádraig, Mórshiúl Bróid na Homaighnéasach agusFéile na nOráisteach agus an dóigh ar fhorbair na mórshiúlta le cúigbliana anuas de réir mar a bhogaimid chun tosaigh i gcathair inabhféadfaí mórshiúlta bheith cointinneach. Fiosróidh sésaincheisteanna amhail spás comhroinnte a chruthú, féiniúlachtaíáitiúla agus ilchultúrtha a cheiliúradh. (Tabhair faoi deara le do thoilgo dteilifíseofar NvTv an seimineár.) Arna eagrú ag Fóram EalaíonPobail/Beat Initiative/Féile an Phobailwww.feilebelfast.com25

Discussion and Debate Ple agus Diospoireachtai‘Perspectives on the Basque politicalsituation’An CultúrlannFriday 8th August, 2pmFollowing the breakdown of ETA’s ceasefire and the arrests of theleadership of Batasuna, the Basque pro-independence political partyalong with leading members of other social organisations, Eoin ÓBroin, author of ‘Matxinada: Basque Nationalism’ and ‘Radical BasqueYouth Movements’, journalist Paddy Woodworth author of ‘GALDirty War, Clean Hands: ETA, the GAL and Spanish Democracy’ and‘The Basque Country: A Cultural History,’ will give an analysis of thecurrent political situation in the Basque Country. Chair: Pat RiceLooking at Iran and Syria: Aggressors orVictims?St Mary’s University CollegeFriday 8th August, 3pm-4.30pmThe West and much of its media have accused Iran and Syria asconstituting a major threat to Israel and western interests. But whoare the real aggressors? Iran suffered 1 million dead and woundedfrom Saddam Hussein’s attack when he was a Western client; Iraq isa broken country and Syria has acted as host to the millions ofrefugees created by war. Speakers: Dr Geoffrey King is an authorityon Islamic architecture and a media commentator. ShirvinZeinalzadeh is an Iranian diplomat, a lecturer and a specialist inIntelligence and International Security. Dr Sayed Safavi is aprominent Iranian cleric and philosopher. In 2003 he condemnedsuicidal bombings and called for negotiations as the means to endthe Arab-Israeli conflict. Jihad Makdissi is head of the Press andMedia section, Syrian Embassy, London.God - Eternal Truth, Modern SecretThe 5th Annual St. Oliver Plunkett LectureSt. Oliver Plunkett Church, Glenveagh Drive, LenadoonSunday 10th August, 7pmKathy Sinnott is recognised throughout Ireland for her campaigningon disability and education issues. She was elected to the EuropeanParliament in 2004 and is part of the European Parliament’sIndependence and Democracy group. She has been named asWoman of the Year by the ‘Irish Tatler’, Person of the Year byESB/Rehab and Person of the Month by the ‘Irish Independent’.“Léargais ar chás polaitiúil na mBascach”An CultúrlannDé hAoine 8 Lúnasa, 2pmI ndiaidh chliseadh shos cogaidh ETA agus ghabháil roinnt ceannairíBatasuna, is é a dhéanfaidh páirtí polaitiúil ar son neamhspleáchasThír na mBascach i gcuideachta baill eile mór le rá ó eagraíochtaísóisialta, Eoin Ó Broin, údar Matxinada: Basque Nationalism andRadical Basque Youth Movements, iriseoir Paddy Woodworth údar‘GAL Dirty War, Clean Hands: ETA, the GAL and SpanishDemocracy’ agus ‘The Basque Country: A Cultural History’ ná anailísa thabhairt ar chás reatha polaitiúil i dTír na mBascach.Cathaoirleach: Pat RiceAg Breathnú ar an Iaráin agus ar an tSiria:Fóbartaigh nó Íospartaigh?Coláiste Ollscoile Naomh MuireDé hAoine 8 Lúnasa, 3pm-4.30pmChuir an Domhan Thiar agus mórán dá mheáin i leith na Iaráineagus na Siria gur mórbhagairt iad d’Iosrael agus do shuimeanna anIarthair. Ach cé hiad na fíorfhóbartaigh? D’fhulaing an Iaráin margheall ar ionsaí Saddam le bás 1 mhilliún nuair a bhí sé ina chliant agan Iarthar; is tír bhriste í an Iaráic agus d’fheidhmigh an tSiria gohonórach mar óstach do na milliúin teifeach a rinneadh mar gheallar an chogadh. Aoichainteoirí: an Dr Geoffrey King saineolaí arailtireacht Ioslamach agus tráchtaire na meán. Is taidhleoir Iaránach éShirvin Zeinalzadeh, is léachtóir agus speisialtóir é le Fianáise agus leSlándáil Idirnáisiúnta. Is cléireach agus fealsamh mór le rá an DrSayed Safavi. Sa bhliain 2003 cháin sé buamaí féinmharaithe agusd’iarr sé idirbheartaíocht mar mhodh chun deireadh a chur lecoimhlint idir Iosrael agus na hArabaigh. Is é ceann rannóg anPhreas agus na Meán é Jihad Makdissi in Ambasáid na Siria, Londain.Dia – An Fhírinne Shíoraí, an Rún Nuaaimseartha5ú Léacht Bliantúil Oilibhéar PluincéidEaglais Naomh Oilibhéar Pluincéid, Cabhsa GhleannBheithe, Léana DúinDé Domhnaigh 10 Lúnasa, 7pmTá aitheantas ar Kathy Sinnott ar fud na hÉireann mar gheall ar afeachtas ar mhíchumas agus ar shaincheisteanna oideachais. Toghadhí do Pharlaimint na hEorpa sa bhliain 2004 agus tá sí mar chuid deghrúpa Neamhspleáchais agus Daonlathais Pharlaimint na hEorpa.Ainmníodh í mar Bhean na Bliana ag an ‘Irish Tatler’, mar Dhuine naBliana ag ESB/Rehab agus mar Dhuine na Míosa ag an ‘IrishIndependent’.26 www.feilebelfast.com

BOOKS,LITERATURE& FILMSLEABHAIR,LITRÍOCHT,SCANNÁINFéile Book Sale!St Mary’s University College, Dining HallSaturday 2nd August, 11.00 am – 3pmIf you love the feel and smell of books – old and new, the classics,history, languages, hardbacks and paperbacks! – if you are trying tofind an old favourite or want to offer to others yourrecommendations, then join with us for a jamboree book sale onthe eve of Féile week. Community groups and individuals are invitedto rent tables and participate in this event which will include somereadings and the screening of some famous adaptations of greatnovels. A great way to raise funds for your favourite charity or goodcause. Refreshments available.To participate phone Margaret at90313440 for full details. [Writers’ groups, readers and poets pleasenote that there are a limited number of slots for readings so bookearly.]Event includes: 2.30pm - Launch of Feile Exhibitions & Dramas byIvan Little (One of the Ireland’s best-known broadcast journalistsand theatre actors.)Reic Leabhar na Féile!Coláiste Ollscoile Naomh Muire, Seomra BiaDé Sathairn 2 Lúnasa 11.00 am – 3.00 pmMás ansa leat mothú agus boladh leabhar – sean agus nua, naclasaicí, stair, teangacha, bog agus crua! – má tá tú ag iarraidh teachtar an seancheann is fearr leat nó más mian leat moltaí a thabhairtdo dhaoine eile, bí linn don reic leabhar ar an lá roimh sheachtainna Féile. Cuirtear fáilte roimh ghrúpaí pobail agus daoine aonarachatábla a fháil ar cíos agus páirt a ghlacadh san ócáid seo ina mbeidhléamh agus léiriú d’oiriúnuithe roinnt úrscéalta móra cáiliúla. Bealachmaith chun cistí a thógáil do do charthanacht nó don chúis is fearrleat. Smailceanna ar fáil. Chun páirt a ghlacadh glaoigh ar Margaretar 90313440 le haghaidh na mionsonraí uile. [Do ghrúpaíscríbhneoirí, léitheoirí agus filí: tugaigí faoi deara go bhfuil áiteannateoranta don léamh mar sin cuir áit in áirithe go luath.]San áireamh don imeacht: 2.30pm - Seoladh Thaispeántais &Dhrámaíochtaí na Féile ag Ivan Little (duine de na hiriseoirí craoltaagus aisteoirí amharclainne is mó aithne in Éirinn )[All events free unless otherwise stated][Gach ócáid saor in aisce ach má luaitear a mhalairt]www.feilebelfast.com27

Discussion and Debate Ple agus DiospoireachtaiScribes at the RockThe Rock BarThursday 7th August. Doors close at 3.45pm sharpFor years one of the best events at Féile this year’s Scribes will bepowerful, moving and hilarious. An eclectic line up of writers andperformers including the astonishing Feile Women’s Singing Groupwith some new songs. First up is Michael Patrick MacDonald: “a finewriter, with a terrific ear for dialogue and a gift for creatingcompelling scenes” – ‘Washington Post’. Michael, from Boston, is theauthor of two acclaimed memoirs, ‘All Souls’ and ‘Easter Rising’. Hetells the heartbreaking story of the tragic deaths of four of hissiblings and his family’s suffering amidst a culture of silence inSouthie, Boston’s tough Irish ghetto, and about his path out ofSouthie and the influence of the 1980’s punk subculture.Geraldine Hughes is originally from West Belfast but now lives andworks in the USA. She has played countless roles on stage andscreen and in 2006 was cast by Sylvester Stallone as his confidante,‘Little’ Marie, in ‘Rocky Balboa’. Geraldine’s electrifying,autobiographical one-woman show, ‘Belfast Blues’, drew criticalpraise in Los Angeles, New York, London, Chicago, and herhometown of Belfast. She has continued to write and will bespeaking about her life and work – in and out of character!Conal Creedon from Cork is a critically acclaimed novelist,playwright [stage and radio] and television documentary maker. Hisplay, ‘The Trial of Jesus’, was nominated for the ‘Irish Times’TheatreAwards. His book ‘Passion Play’ – inspired by the Passion of Jesusand the 1916 Rising - is a beautifully wrought surreal novel whichexplores the underbelly of Cork through its anti-hero, 33-year-oldPluto, living in a kip with only two hits of LSD and a bottle ofwhiskey for comfort.The novel is full of humour with suchcharacters as Fatfuka, Pinko and Herman the German and theirphilosophical meanderings. “Cork’s answer to Roddy Doyle” – ‘IrishTimes’Admission - £4 at doorSponsored by Belfast Media GroupScríobhaithe ag an CharraigThe Rock BarDéardaoin 7 Lúnasa. Doirse druidte go díreach ar3.45pmIs é seo ceann de na hócáidí is fearr ag an Fhéile, beidh Scríobhaithena bliana níos cumhachtaí, níos corraithí agus níos greannmhaire.Scata eicléicteach scríbhneoirí agus gníomhairí mar aon le GrúpaCeoil Mhná na Féile le roinnt amhrán nua. An chéad duine inasheasamh is ea Michael Patrick MacDonald: “scríbhneoir maith lecluas iontach don chomhrá agus bua aige chun léiriú an-láidir achruthú” – ‘Washington Post’. Is údar é Michael, ó Bhostún, ar dháchuimhní cinn a bhfuil clú amuigh orthu, ‘All Souls’ agus ‘EasterRising’. Insíonn sé an scéal truacánta ar bhás tragóideach ceathrar dáshiblíní agus fulaingt a theaghlaigh i measc cultúr ciúnais in Southie,geiteo garbh Éireannach Bhostún agus faoina bhealach amach asSouthie agus tionchar fochultúr punk na 1980í. Is as Béal FeirsteThiar ó dhúchas í Geraldine Hughes ach atá anois ina cónaí agus agobair i SAM. Ghlac sí an iliomad páirt ar stáitse agus ar an scáileánagus i 2006 thug Sylvester Stallone áit di mar confidante s’aige,'Little' Marie, in ‘Rocky Balboa’.Tharraing seó meallacachdírbheathaisnéiseach aon-mhná, 'Belfast Blues', moladh criticeoiríuirthi in Los Angeles, Nua-Eabhrac, Londain, Chicago, agus a bailedúchas Béal Feirste. Lean sí léi ag scríobh agus beidh sí ag caintfaoina saol agus a hobair – amach agus isteach as carachtar! Isúrscéalaí, drámadóir [stáitse agus raidió] agus déantóir clár faisnéiseteilifíse mór-le-rá é Conal Creedon ó Chorcaigh. Ainmníodh adhráma, ‘The Trial of Jesus’, do Dhuaiseanna Amharclainne ‘IrishTimes’. Is leabhar é ‘Passion Play’ – a spreag Paisean Íosa agus ÉiríAmach 1916 é - atá scríofa go hálainn le ceo an osréalachais afhriosraíonn cosmhuintir Chorcaí trína fhrith-laoch, Pluto atá 33bliain d'aois, atá ina chónaí i mbothán gach ach dhá dháileog LSDagus buidéal uisce beatha aige dá shólás.Tá an t-úrscéal lán grinn lecarachtair amhail Fatfuka, Pinko agus Herman the German agus agcaibidlíocht fhealsúnach. “Roddy Doyle Chorcaí atá ann ” – ‘IrishTimes’Cead isteach - £4 ag an dorasUrraithe ag Nuachtghrúpa Bhéal Feirste28 www.feilebelfast.com

Books, Literature & Films Leabhair Litríocht, ScannaáinFamily Event with Irish Poet Tony CurtisColinglen LibraryThursday 7th August, 3pmBicycles, families, ghosts and grannies,Tibetan Buddhists, Beckettiansighs are all revealed with a rare and loving simplicity in TonyCurtis’s poetry collections.The Dublin-born poet has been awardedthe Irish National Poetry Prize and is a member of Aosdana, theIrish Academy of the Arts.‘Titters & Tears’Falls Road LibraryThursday 7th August, 7pmRita Hatton reads from her recently published book of short storiesFalls Women’s Centre CelebrationFelons ClubThursday 7th August, 8.30pm - LateFalls Women’s Centre’s Annual Festival Event Book launchcelebrating 25 years of the work of the centre and women withinthe community. Music and craic – everyone welcome! Admission £4Eoin Ó Broin’s ‘Matxinada’ Book Launch.Cultúrlann McAdam Ó FiaichFriday 8th August, 12 noonThis is the launch of the 2nd edition of ‘Matxinada’ featuring a newchapter dealing with the repression of social youth movements bythe Spanish State in the Basque Country. ‘Matxinada: BasqueNationalism’ and ‘Radical Basque Youth Movements’, published byLeft Republican Books, is the first work to chart both the country'syouth movements and the last 30 years of conflict.'Living in a War Zone: Reporting theConflict'Brian Rowan in conversation with Mike RichieFalls LibraryFriday 8th August, 1pm-2.30pmFor almost twenty years Brian Rowan was the security editor forBBC Northern Ireland and during some controversial episodesoften made as well as reported the news. On the eve of thepublication of his fourth book, ‘How The Peace Was Won’, BrianRowan talks about his experiences with the armed groups andpersonalities that he encountered during his work as a journalist.Mike Ritchie, until recently the Director of Coiste na n-Iarchimi, theorganisation representing republican ex-prisoners, is currentlyDirector of the Campaign for the Administration of Justice.Eachtra Teaghlaigh le File Éireannach TonyCurtisLeabharlann colin glenDéardaoin 7 Lúnasa, 3pmLéiríonn filíocht Tony Curtis Rothar, teaghlaigh, taibhse, mamó agusBúdaí Tibet le grá. Is ball d’ Aosdana agus Ealaín Acadamh na hÉireannTony agus bronnadh Duais Náisiúnta Filíocht na hÉireann air.‘Titters & Tears’Leabharlann na bhFálDéardaoin 7 Lúnasa, 7pmLéann Rita Hatton scéalta gairide óna leabhar nuafhoilsithegearrscéalta.Ceiliúradh Ionad Ban na bhFálCumann na MéirleachDéardaoin 7 Lúnasa 8.30pm - go dtí go mallSeoladh Leabhar ag Imeacht Bliantúil Ionad Ban na bhFál de chuid naFéile atá ag ceiliúradh 25 bliana d’obair an ionaid agus na mban laistighden phobal. Ceol agus craic – fáilte roimh chách! Cead Isteach £4Seoladh Leabhair “Matxinada” le hEoin ÓBroin.An Cultúrlann McAdam Ó FiaichDé hAoine 8 Lúnasa, 12 meán laeIs é seo seoladh an dara heagrán de “Matxinada”ina bhfuil caibidil anna phléann le gluaiseachtaí ógra sóisialta arna gcur faoi chois ag Stát naSpáinne i dTír na mBascach. Is é Matxinada: Basque Nationalism andRadical Basque Youth Movements, arna fhoilsiú ag LeabhairPhoblachtacha Chlé, an chéad saothar a leagann amach gluaiseachtaíógra na tíre agus an choimhlint le tríocha bliain anuas.'Living in a War Zone: Reporting theConflict'Brian Rowan ag caint le Mike RichieLeabharlann na bhFálDé hAoine 8 Lúnasa 1pm-2.30pmAr feadh beagnach fiche bliain ba é Brian Rowan an t-eagarthóirslándála do BBC Thuaisceart Éireann agus le linn roinnt imeachtaí arinneadh comh maith agus a tuairiscíodh an nuacht. Roimh fhoilsiú acheathrú leabhar, ‘How The Peace Was Won’, labharfaidh BrianRowan faoina thaithí le grúpaí armtha agus le daoine mór le rá lenarbhuail sé le linn a chuid oibre mar iriseoir. Is é Mike Richie, a bhí inaStiúrthóir ar Choiste na nIarchimí go dtí ar na mallaibh, an eagraíochta dhéanann ionadú ar son iarchimí poblachtacha, atá anois inaStiúrthóir ar Fheachtas um Riaradh an Cheartaiswww.feilebelfast.com29

Books, Literature & Films Leabhair Litríocht, ScannaáinFalls Road LibraryCentenaryThe Falls Road Library opened its doors to the public on 2ndJanuary 1908. From the outside this Carnegie Branch Librarystill looks the same as it did then, but inside it has undergonemany changes, the most recent being a complete refurbishmentin 2007. The original mosaic hallway now leads into an interiorwell equipped to deliver a 21st century library service.Throughout the 100 years the library has been a much lovedlandmark building on the Falls Road and has retained its nobleelegance. It is as vital and important to the local area in 2008as it was in 1908.There will be tours of the library on Saturday,9th August, at 10.00am, 11.00am and 12.00 o’clock midday.Ceiliúradh Céad BliainLeabharlann na bhFálD'oscail Leabharlann na bhFál a doirse don phobal ar 2 Eanáir 1908.Ón taobh amuigh tá an chuma chéanna ar Leabharlann BhrainseCarnegie agus a bhí, ach taobh istigh de is iomaí athrú a rinneadh,athchóiriú iomlán i 2007 an t-athrú is déanaí. Téann an dorchla mósáicisteach chuig an taobh istigh atá breá ábalta seirbhís 21ú haois asholáthar. Le linn 100 bliain ba fhoirgneamh clúiteach é an leabharlannar Bhóthar na bhFál agus choinnigh sé a chuannacht mhaorga. Tá séchomh ríthábhachtach riachtanach céanna don cheantar áitiúil i 2008agus a bhí sé i 1908. Beidh turais leabharlainne ann Dé Sathairn, 9Lúnasa, ar 10.00am, 11.00am agus 12.00 meán lae.30 www.feilebelfast.com

Books, Literature & Films Leabhair Litríocht, Scannaáin‘A Man You Don’tMeet Everyday’Ronan BennettSt. Mary’s University College, Lecture Theatre 1Saturday 9th August, 1pm-2.30pmRonan Bennett is one of Ireland’s most celebrated writers: novelist,screenwriter and journalist he has won numerous awards. Hisfourth novel, ‘Havoc, in its Third Year’(2003), was long listed for theMan Booker prize and short listed for the Impac award. His workfor Hollywood includes ‘Public Enemies’, currently being filmed bydirector Michael Mann (‘Heat’) and starring Johnny Depp. ‘10 Daysto War’, his series of short films to mark the fifth anniversary of theinvasion of Iraq, was screened on BBC2 in March to critical acclaim.His journalism and his creative work uniquely reflects and iscertainly informed by his early politicisation - the result of growingup in Belfast in the 1960s, and his imprisonment in Long Kesh andBrixton Prison in the 1970s. He recently caused a storm ofcontroversy when he accused British novelist Martin Amis of racismtowards Muslims. He also co-writes a chess column for the‘Guardian’ every Monday. Ronan will be discussing the way his workfuses the personal and the political, and how working in themainstream he strives to keep a political perspective. His talk willbe illustrated by excerpts from his films and books.‘A Man You Don’tMeet Everyday’Ronan BennettColáiste Ollscoile Naomh Muire, Léachtlann 1Dé Sathairn 9 Lúnasa 1pm - 2.30pmIs duine de na scríbhneoirí mór le rá é Ronan Bennett: úrscéalaí,scríbhneoir scáileáin agus iriseoir, is iomaí duais atá bainte aige. Bhí acheathrú húrscéal ainmnithe ar an liosta fada do dhuais Man Bookeragus ar an ghearrliosta don duais Impac. San áireamh ina chuid oibrefaoi choinne Hollywood tá ‘Public Enemies’, scannán ar a bhfuil anstiúrthóir Michael Mann ('Heat') agus an réalta Johnny Depp agaisteoireacht ann. Moladh go hard ‘10 Days to War’, a shraith descannáin ghairide faoi chúigiú bliain d’ionradh ar an Iaráic a shonrú, aléirigh BBC2 i mí Mhárta a thuill moladh criticeoirí. Léiríonn a obaiririseoireachta agus a obair chruthaitheach a pholaitiú luath, agus téannseo i bhfeidhm go mór ar an obair - an toradh de thairbhe gurtógadh é i mBéal Feirste sna 1960í, agus a sheal príosúnachta sa ChéisFhada agus in Brixton sna 1970í. Thosaigh sé ruaille buaille ar namallaibh nuair a chuir sé i leith úrscéalaí Briotanach Martin Amis asbheith ciníoch maidir le Moslamaigh. Comhscríobhann sé colún fichilledon ‘Guardian’ ar an Luan. Beidh Ronan ag plé an dóigh a nascann acuid oibre an rud pearsanta agus an rud polaitiúil, agus an dóigh andéanann sé iarracht, ag obair sa phríomhsruth, peirspictíochtpholaitiúil a choinneáil. Beidh a chaint maisithe ag sleachta as ascannáin agus as a leabhair.www.feilebelfast.com31

Books, Literature & Films Leabhair Litríocht, ScannaáinBook Launch: ‘Plúra Lúra agus na Bopóga’An Ceathrú Póilí Bookshop, An CultúrlannSaturday 9th August, 1pmThe puppet ‘Plúra Lúra’ and her friends ‘the Bopóga’ have beenentertaining and educating children at An Cultúrlann every Saturdaymorning for some time now. In recognition of their wonderfulwork they now feature in a special publication of song and rhymewith accompanying CD. Come along to meet the gang and share inthe launch of their first book and CD!FREE FILMSBrowse or watch a wide selection of films from aroundthe world.Showing daily between 12 noon – 4pm [approx.]Monday 4th August – Friday 8th, Rooms 066, 065 & 064St Mary’s University College- Sponsored by Cumann na Meirleach/Irish RepublicanFelons Association‘What About Me?’By One Giant Leap145minsIntroduced by Darren Ferguson (from Beyond Skin)Tuesday 5th August, 12 noonExtraordinary documentary by James Catto and Duncan Bridgemanon the musical connection between the peoples of the world.Catto, a musician and film director, and Bridgeman, an artist andmulti-instrumentalist, travelled to over 25 countries and amassedmusic, words and images to create an inspired revolutionary workwhich unites humanity in its cultural diversity. A great and profoundfilm which features contributions from Michael Stipe (REM), DennisHopper, Noam Chomsky, the late Kurt Vonnegut; with soundtracksfrom Robbie Williams, Bada & Bakane Seck, Asha‘A Sense of Loss’135minsIn 1972 the BBC refused to show Marcel Ophuls’ poignantdocumentary about the Troubles on the grounds that the filmgenerally sympathised with the civil rights movement. Whilst it istrue that the film does side with the nationalist cause it also depictsthe conflict through a series of interviews with protagonists andthose on all sides who had lost loved ones.Seoladh leabhair: ‘Plúra Lúra agus naBopóga’Siopa Leabhar An Ceathrú Póilí, An ChultúrlannDé Sathairn 9 Lúnasa 1pmBhíodh an puipéad ‘Plúra Lúra’ agus a cairde ‘na Bopóga' ag cursiamsa agus oideachas ar fáil do pháistí sa Chultúrlann gach maidinShathairn le tamall maith anuas. Mar aitheantas ar a n-obair iontachtá siad i bhfoilseachán speisialta amhrán agus ríme a bhfuildlúthdhiosca leis. Tar isteach agus buail leis an bhaicle agus bípáirteach i seoladh a gcéad leabhair agus dlúthdhiosca!SCANNÁIN SHAORACaith súil ar nó amharc ar rogha leathan scannán ógach cearn den domhan.Ag léiriú go laethúil idir meán lae – 4pm [go garbhDé Luain 4 Lúnasa – Dé hAoine 8 Lúnasa, Seomraí 066,065 & 064Coláiste Ollscoile Naomh Muire- Urraithe ag Cumann na Meirleach‘What About Me?’–Le One Giant Leap145 bomaiteIntreoir ag Darren Ferguson [ó Beyond Skin – 5bhomaite]Dé Máirt 5 Lúnasa 12.00 meán laeScannán faisnéise urghnách a rinne James Catto agus DuncanBridgeman ar an nasc ceoil idir muintir an domhain.Thaistil Catto,atá ina cheoltóir agus ina stiurthóir scannán, agus Bridgeman, atá inaealaíontóir agus ilionstraimí, chuig níos mó ná 25 thír agus bhailighsiad ceol, friotal agus íomhánna chun obair spreagtha réabhlóideacha fháil a chomhaontaíonn an cine daonna lena n-iolrachas cultúrtha.Scannán domhain iontach ina bhfuil ionchur ó Michael Stipe (REM),Dennis Hopper, Noam Chomsky, agus Kurt Vonnegut nachmaireann; le fuaimrianta ó Robbie Willams, Bada & Bakane Seck,Asha‘A Sense of Loss’135 bomaiteI 1972 dhiúltaigh an BBC scannán faisnéise rachtúil Marcel Ophul aléiriú faoi na Trioblóidí toisc go raibh an scannán báúil go ginearáltaleis an ghluaiseacht ceart sibhialta. Cé go bhfuil sé fíor godtaobhaíonn an scannán leis an chúis náisiúnach léiríonn sé anchoimhlint trí shraith agallamh le príomhphearsaí agus iad siúd argach taobh a chaill a rún.32 www.feilebelfast.com

Books, Literature & Films Leabhair Litríocht, Scannaáin‘Battle of Algiers’121minsThe ‘Battle of Algiers’, a 1966 black-and-white film by GilloPontecorvo, based on events during the 1954-1962 Algerian War ofIndependence against French rule, has been hailed for its stunningrealism, especially in its scenes of Algerian city life and the largescalepublic protest and rioting. In its relatively even-handedportrayal it attempts to show the suffering and the cruelty on boththe French and Algerian sides.‘Invisibles’ – Médecins Sans Frontiéresproduction by Javier Bardem [‘NoCountry For Old Men’]97minsShort films presenting five forgotten stories all of which arecurrently happening but as the title emphasises they are ‘invisible’.They deal with the parasitic disease Chagas in Bolivia; sexualviolence in the Democratic Republic Congo; the child soldiers innorthern Uganda; the drug eflornithine needed to treat SleepingSickness in the Central African Republic; and how the rural peopleof Colombia deal with ever-present violence.The Camden 28How Far Would You Go To Stop A War?83minsIn 1968 the radical non-violent protest movement in the USA sawthe arrest of Fr Daniel Berrigan, one of the founders of theinterfaith coalition against the Vietnam War. Protests intensified andin 1972 twenty-eight non-violent activists planned to break into alocal draft board office and destroy records. But in a sting operationthey were rounded up by the FBI within hours under the personalauthority of J.Edgar Hoover.This award-winning documentary bydirector Anthony Giacchino uncovers an astonishing story ofpolitical dissent.‘Battle of Algiers’121 bomaiteMoladh ‘The Battle of Algiers’, scannán dubh-agus-bán a rinne GilloPontecorvo i 1966, bunaithe ar imeachtaí le linn CogadhNeamhspleáchais na hAilgéire 1954-1962 in aghaidh Riail naFraince, moladh é as a réalachas fíorspéisiúil, go háirithe radharcannaar shaol chathair na hAilgéire, agóidí agus círéib phoiblí ollmhór. Inaléiriú cothrom déanann sé iarracht an fhulaingt agus an chruálachtar an taobh Francach agus Ailgéireach araon a thaispeáint.‘Invisibles’ – Médecins Sans Frontiéresléiriú ag Javier Bardem [‘No Country ForOld Men’]97 mbomaiteScannáin ghairide ag léiriú cúig scéal a chuaigh i leaba an dearmaidagus gach ceann acu ag tarlú faoi láthair ach mar a thugann anteideal chun suntais tá siad ‘dofheicthe’. Déileálann siad leis ghalarseadánach Chagas ar an Bholaiv; foréigean gnéasach i bPoblachtDhaonlathach an Chongó; saighdiúirí linbh i dtuaisceart Uganda; andruga 'eflornithine' atá de dhíth chun cóireáil a chur ar ThinneasCodlata i bPoblacht na hAfraice Láir; agus an dóigh a ndéileálannmuintir na Colóime leis an síorfhoréigean.The Camden 28How Far Would You Go To Stop A War?83 bomaiteI 1968 thaithigh an ghluaiseacht neamh-fhoréigneach radacachagóideach i SAM gabháil an Athar Daniel Berrigan, duine de nabunaitheoirí comhcheangal idirchreidimh in aghaidh ChogadhVítneam. Neartaíodh na hagóidí agus i 1972 rinne fiche a hochtgníomhaí neamh-fhoréigneach plean le briseadh isteach in oifigearcaíocht saighdiúirí agus na taifid a scrios. Ach in oibríochtfhealltach bhailigh an FBI iad taobh istigh de roinnt uaireanta faoiúdarás pearsanta J.Edgar Hoover. Nochtann an clár faisnéise seo, arinne stiúrthóir Anthony Giacchino, scéal iontach faoi easaontúpolaitiúil.www.feilebelfast.com33

Books, Literature & Films Leabhair Litríocht, Scannaáin‘Occupation 101’Voices of the Silenced Majority90minsA remarkable portrayal of the Palestinian ordeal, ‘Occupation 101’ isa thought-provoking and powerful award-winning documentary onthe current and historical root causes of the Israeli-Palestinianconflict. Unlike any other film ever produced on the conflict itpresents a comprehensive analysis of the facts and hidden truthssurrounding the never-ending controversy and dispels many of itslong-perceived myths and misconceptions.The Power of the CommunityHow Cuba Survived Peak OilA very graphic presentation of how Cubans have adapted tolimited energy resources and the continued and strengthened USembargo. Essential for providing hope to the Peak Oil problemwhich is essential to motivate people. A real-life reality film about adisaster coming to your town—what would you do? Must see forsurvival in the next energy age beyond oil. Discussion afterwards,‘Nömadak TX’ documentary film screeningCultúrlann McAdam Ó FiaichTuesday 5th August, 7pmNömadak Tx is a road movie documentary of Igor Otxoa andHarkaitz Mtnez. de San Vicente of the Basque Country who takethe ancient Txalaparta, a basque percussion instrument to workwith native peoples in India, the Arctic Circle, Mongolia, Algeria, andthe Saharan Desert.Route IrishDocumentary with introduction bydirector Eamonn CruddenKing Street Arts, 48 King StreetTuesday 5th August, 8pm-12am'Route Irish' is a film shot around the anti-CIA demonstrations inShannon Airport. It takes the form of an essayistic reflection asking,from the perspective of one Irish individual caught up in the cycleof protests in Ireland, why the international pre-war wave ofopposition to the invasion of Iraq appeared so suddenly, peaked soquickly, and failed to sustain itself despite the fact that in historicalterms all of the predictions of that movement (and worse) wereproved right in the course of the ongoing US/UK occupation. FilmNight Café. Bring a bottle. Mellow acoustic set afterwards.Admission: £5‘Occupation 101’Voices of the Silenced Majority90 bomaiteLéiriúchán den scoth d’fhulaingt Phalaistíneach, ‘Occupation 101’. Isclár faisnéise corraitheach gradam-bhuacach agus cumhachtach é arbhunchúiseanna, idir reatha agus stairiúil, de choimhlint idir Iosraelagus an Phalaistín. Ní hionann é agus scannán ar bith eile foilsithe aran choimhlint, léiríonn sé anailís chuimsitheach ar na fíricí agus anfhírinne folaithe maidir leis an chonspóid gan deireadh agusscriosann sé cuid mhaith de na miotais agus de mhíthuairimí acreideadh le fada an lá.Cumhacht an PhobailAn dóigh ar tháinig Cúba slán asBuaictháirgeadh OlaLeiriú iontach grafach ar an dóigh a raibh na Cúbaigh in ann iad féina chur in oiriúint d’áiseanna teoranta fuinnimh agus do thrádbhacSA leanúnach neartaithe. Ní mór dóchas a léiriú maidir le fadhb anBhuaictháirgthe Ola rud atá ríthábhachtach chun daoine aspreagadh. Scannán réaltachta ar an saol mór faoi thubaiste gardúinn – cad é a dhéanfá? Is riachtanach é a fheiceáil le haghaidhmaireachtála sa chéad ré fuinnimh eile i ndiaidh ola. Plé i ndiaidh.Léiriú an scannáin dhoicméadaigh“Nömadak TX”Cultúrlann McAdam Ó FiaichDé Máirt 5 Lúnasa, 7pmIs scannán doiciméadach bóithre Nömadak Tx faoi Igor Otxoa agusHarkaitz Mtnez. de San Vicente as Tír na mBascach a ghlacann anTxalaparta ársa, cnaguirlis Bhascach, le hobair le daoine dúchasachasan India, sa Chiorcal Artach, sa Mhongóil, san Ailgéir, agus inGaineamhlach an tSahára.Route IrishClár faisnéise le hintreoir ó Eamonn Crudden, stiúrthóirEalaíona Shráid an Rí, 48 Sráid RíDé Máirt 5 Lúnasa 8pm-12amIs scannán é 'Route Irish' a rinneadh maidir le hagóidí frith-CIA inAerfort na Sionainne. Déantar é mar mhachnamh i bhfoirm aiste afhiafraíonn, ó pheirspictíocht Éireannach amháin gafa i dtimthriallaagóidí in Éirinn, cad chuige ar tharla mórghluaiseacht idirnáisiúntafrithbhearta reamhchogaidh faoi ionradh ar an Iaráic chomh tobannsin, cad ar éirigh sé chomh gasta, agus theip air é féin a chothabháilin ainneoin, i dtaca leis an stair de, gur tháinig tuar na gluaiseachtafaoin tairngreacht (agus níos measa fós), le linn forghabhála idirlámha SAM/RA. Film Night Café. Bíodh buidéal leat.Tacar séimhfuaimiúil ina dhiaidh. Cead Isteach: £534 www.feilebelfast.com

Film Club:‘Cré na Cille’Gerard Dillon GalleryAn CultúrlannTuesday 5th August, 8pmThe Film Club presents ‘Cré na Cille’, the film based on Mairtín ÓCadhain’s novel of the same name.This a story about an obsessivehatred that started as a case of jealous rivalry between two youngsisters, resulting in a broken heart as Neil got the upper hand onher sister, Caitríona, stealing away from her the man with whom shewas in love. Caitríona never forgave her sister, nor would she forgiveher as long as she lived, or indeed after that.The hate she has forher sister has consumed her to the extent that it guides her everystep in this world - and in the next!Admission £2ClubScannáin: ‘Créna Cille’Dánlann Gerard DillonAn ChultúrlannDé Máirt 5 Lúnasa, 8pmCuireann an Club Scannáin 'Cré na Cille' i láthair, an scannánbunaithe ar úrscéal le Máirtín Ó Cadhain leis an teideal céanna. Isscéal é seo faoi dhúfhuath a thosaigh amach mar iomaíocht éadaidir beirt dheirféar óga, agus croíbhriste mar thoradh air nuair a fuairNeil an lámh in uachtar ar a deirfiúr, Caitríona, ag tabhairt uaithi anfear a raibh sí i ngrá leis. Níor mhaith Caitríona dá deirfiúr, nó nímhaithfidh sí di roimh dhul faoin chré, nó ina dhiaidh sin go fiú. Bhí sícaite ag an fhuath a bhí aici dá deirfiúr go dtí an pointe sin gostiúrann sé í trí gach céim a thugann sí sa saol seo - agus sa saoleile!Cead Isteach £2Books, Literature & Films Leabhair Litríocht, Scannaáinwww.feilebelfast.com35

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‘My Name is RachelCorrie’by Kabosh Theatre CompanyWith Abigal McGibbonDirected by Paula McFetridgeFalls Bowling PavilionSaturday 2nd - Sunday 3rd August 2008, Curtain7.30pmWhy did a 23-year-old woman leave her comfortable American lifeto stand between a bulldozer and a Palestinian home in March2003? ‘My Name is Rachel Corrie’ tells the story of her short lifeand sudden death from Rachel’s diaries and emails as edited byAlan Rickman and Katharine Viner. Admission £5 Tickets availableat any Féile Ticket Outlet.DramasDRÁMAÍ‘Rachel Corrie ant-ainm atá orm’le Kabosh Theatre Companyle Abigal McGibbonArna stiúradh ag Paula McFetridgeFalls Bowling PavilionDé Sathairn 2 – Dé Domhnaigh 3 Lúnasa 2008, Cuirtín7.30pmCad chuige ar fhág bean 23 bliain d’aois a saol compordach iMeirceá le seasamh idir ollscartaire agus teach Palaistíneach i míMhárta 2003? Is scéal é Rachel Corrie an t-ainm atá orm faoinasaol gairid agus faoina bás tobann bunaithe ar na focail a d’fhág síina diaidh le eagthóreacht le Alan Rickman and Katharine Viner.Ticéid £5 ar fáil ag ticéadlanna na Féile.www.feilebelfast.com37

Dramas Dramai‘A Cultural Thing - Or is it?’ (part ofOscailt programme)Written & performed by Michael CollinsSt. Mary’s University CollegeSunday 3rd August, 7pm CurtainA one-man show bringing to the stage a rare insight into the life ofa Traveller.This very strong performance from Collins will take theaudience on a journey through Collins’ life as a child segregatedfrom other children in a schoolyard, to an adult adjusting to thechange of the Traveller life on the edge of settled communities. Upto now settled people have written the history of Travellers. Likeracism everywhere, it is only when its victims start writing their ownhistory and celebrate their uniqueness they can truly stand asequals.“…and me poor mammy going into a café for a cup of tea, only for ayoung one to tell her she would have to drink it outside, outside, theschool outside, Funderland outside, cup of tea outside…” Tickets: £5‘A Day in the Life’ (part of Oscailtprogramme)St Mary’s University CollegeMonday 4th August, 7pm CurtainPerformed by The Dramateers, a cast of eleven young people withlearning disabilities.The play explores communication andconversation. Examining the young peoples’ experiences in a funand humorous way the play highlights the different strengths andqualities that the young people have as well as touching on some oftheir likes and dislikes.The play is entertaining and thoughtprovoking. A piece of drama not to be missed. Admission: £3.Tickets available at any Féile Ticket Outlet.‘The Flags’ by Bridget O’ConnorRoddy McCorley Social ClubTuesday 5th August - Friday 8th August, 8pm CurtainLifeguards on the second worst beach in Ireland, JJ and Howie haveapplied for coveted lifeguard posts at Banna but JJ must satisfy theinspection of eagle-eyed boss Brendan. However, smoking, losingtheir lifeguard manual and dead birds on the beach mean theirchances are slim. A young woman comes to the beach withsurprising intentions, then walks into the sea in her wedding dress.JJ and Howie put their dubious life-saving skills to the test for thefirst time! Bridget O’Connor’s hilarious comedy about ambition,dreams and the taste of Pot Noodles asks the question: What is thereal reason for The Flags? Sun, Sea, Sand and Cider, this is ‘Baywatch’meets ‘Father Ted’! Not to be missed!Admission: £7. Tickets available at any Féile Ticket Outlet and theRoddy’s.‘Rud culturtha - An é?’ (cuid de chlárOscailt) Arna scríobh agus arna léiriú agMichael CollinsColáiste Ollscoile Naomh MuireDé Domhnaigh 3 Lúnasa, 7pm CuirtínSeó aonfhir a thugann ar an ardán léargas annamh ar an saol mardhuine den lucht Siúil. Tugann an léiriú láidir an lucht féachána arturas trí shaol Collins mar pháiste scartha ó pháistí eile i gclós nascoile, mar dhuine fásta ag iarraidh teacht i dtaithí ar athruithe shaollucht Siúil ar imeall an tsaoil lonnaithe. Go nuige seo scríobh daoinelonnaithe scéal an lucht Siúil. Mar a gcéanna le ciníochas i ngach áit,ní tharlaíonn sé ach nuair a thosaíonn a íospartaigh ag scríobh agcuid staire féin agus a cheiliúrann a bhféiniúlacht gur féidir leoseasamh gualainn go gualainn go cothrom.“…agus mo mháthair bhocht ag dul isteach i gcaifé faoi choinne cupántae, agus duine ag insint di go mbeidh uirthi é a ól taobh amuigh, taobhamuigh, an scoil taobh amuigh, Funderland taobh amuigh, cupán taetaobh amuigh …” Ticéid: £5‘A Day in the Life’ (cuid de chlár Oscailt)Coláiste Ollscoile Naomh MuireDé Luain 4 Lúnasa, 7pm CuirtínArna léiriú ag The Dramateers, foireann de dhuine dhéag lemíchumais foghlama. Chruthaigh na daoine óga an dráma seo tharshraith de cheardlanna sé lá agus deireadh seachtaine de chleachtadh.Breathnaíonn sé ar a dtaithí maidir le cumarsáid agus le comhrá isuímh dhifriúla, mar shampla, ag stad na mbusanna, i gcaifé, i gcluboíche. Fiosraítear agus tugtar dúshláin mar sin do steiréitíopaí agus dodhearcaí i leith daoine óga le Siondróm Downe. Cead Isteach: £3.Ticéidí ar fáil ag Ticéadlann ar bith de chuid na Féile.‘The Flags’ le Bridget O’ConnorCumann Sóisialta Rodaí Mhic CorlaíDé Máirt 5 Lúnasa - Dé hAoine 8th Lúnasa, 8pm CuirtínIs gardaí tarrthála iad JJ agus Howie ar an dara trá is measa in Éirinn.D’iarr siad poist inmhianaithe mar ghardaí tarrthála ag Banna, achcaithfidh JJ súile géara na cigearachta a shásamh ar dtús ón saoistes’acu Brendan. Mar gheall ar a gcaitheamh tobac, ar chailliúintlámhleabhar garda tarrthála agus na héin mharbha ar an trá is beagseans atá acu. Go dtí gur tháinig bean óg chun trá le rún iontais,agus a shiúlann amach san fharraige le gúna a pósta uirthi, agtabhairt ar na buachaillí a scileanna amhrasacha tarrthála a thriail. Isé an cheist taobh thiar de dhráma coiméideach Bridget O’Connorfaoi uaillmhian, faoi bhrionglóidí agus faoi bhlas Pot Noodles ná Cadchuige bratacha le fírinne? An ghrian, an fharraige, an gaineamh, anleann úll, bíonn blas ‘Baywatch’ agus ‘Father Ted’ar na himeachtaí! 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Dramas DramaiThe Bus RunWritten and directed by Patricia GormleyProduced by Tearman Fold TenantsAssociationConway Education CentreTuesday 5th August, 7.30pm CurtainA group of seventy-somethings, embarking on a day trip toCarlingford, set off with high spirits. For some, however, it is theperfect opportunity to hold the attention of their travellingcompanions. During their stories, past and present, we come torealise that all is not what it seems. Prepare for a twist in the tale!Admission: £5 at door.‘PS Your Cat is Dead’Produced by C21 Theatre CompanySt Mary’s University CollegeWednesday 6th - Saturday 9th August, Curtain 7.30pmJimmy, a thirty-something actor, has just lost his job, his girlfriend hasdumped him, he has been burgled twice in the past week and totop it all, his pet cat has just died from a urinary infection. Whetheryour cat has died, you’ve lost your job, your girl friend is leaving you,or you are a thirty something drifter, this bizarre and hilariouscomedy will appeal to many. There’s a lot of bad language though,so be prepared. And with a ‘full moon’ on display, it may be a littlebit too cheeky for some! Age 16+ Contains Nudity. Tickets £5.Premiere: ‘Survivors’A play created by the 50+ group at TarAnallConway Education CentreWednesday 6th August; Saturday 9th August; Sunday10th August: 8pm CurtainMemories of the thirty-year war are relived, how people survivedand helped their families and community to survive.Their stories tellof the bleak moments of loss, poverty and fear and how they dealtwith them through humour, friendship and creating a tremendousbond of trust between themselves.Throughout the war thesewomen protested, provided and were the backbone of the struggle.The play is told from the standpoint of women now in their 50s,60s and 70s who whilst relishing the progress, feel personallyoverlooked and undervalued.The play shows us just how funny,energetic and full of ideas ‘old ladies’ are, as well as reminding uswhat extraordinary lives this generation of women had. Directed byPam Brighton and Designed by Féile Artist Group. Admission: £6.Tickets available at any Féile Ticket Outlet.The Bus RunArna scríobh agus arna léiriú ag PatriciaGormley Léirithe ag Cumann TionontaíTeach TearmainnLárionad Oideachais Mhic Con MidheDé Máirt 5 Lúnasa, 7.30pm CuirtínCuireann grúpaí seanóirí 70 bliain d’aois tús le turas go Cairlinn, gohaerach. Do roinnt acu, seans iontach atá ann aird a gcomrádaítaistil a choinneáil, áfach. Le linn na scéalta, inné agus inniu, tagaimidar an tuiscint nach mar a shíltear a bhítear. Bí ag dúil le cor sa scéal.Cead isteach: £5 ag an doras.Dála an Scéil, Tá do Chat MarbhColáiste Ollscoile Naomh MuireDé Céadaoin 6 – Dé Sathairn 9 Lúnasa, Cuirtín 7.30pmTá Jimmy, aisteoir ina thríochaidí, díreach i ndiaidh a phost achailleadh agus bhris a chailín an caidreamh, bhris gadaithe isteach sateach dhá uair le seachtain anuas agus mar bharr ar an donas, thugionfhabhtú úiríneach bás a chait. Beidh dúil ag cuid mhór sachoiméide aisteach greannmhar seo beag beann ar bhás do chait, archailleadh do phoist, ar do chailín do do fhágáil, nó ort ar anseachrán san tríochaidí.Tá cuid mhór droch-chainte ann áfach, marsin bí ullmhaithe. Agus le tóin nochta ar taispeáint, tá seans ann gombeidh sé ró-gháirsiúil do chuid agaibh!Aois 16+ Lomnochtacht ann.Ticéidí £5Príomhléiriú: ‘Survivors’Dráma cruthaithe ag an ghrúpa 50+ ag TarAnallLárionad Oideachais Mhic Con MidheDé Céadaoin 6 Lúnasa; Dé Sathairn 9 Lúnasa; DéDomhnaigh 10 Lúnasa: 8pm CuirtínCuimhní cinn faoin chogadh tríocha bliain atá anseo, an dóigh armhair daoine agus ar chuidigh lena dteaghlaigh agus lena bpobalmaireachtáil. Insíonn a scéalta faoi na hamanna dearóile ina bhfuilcaillteanas, bochtanas agus eagla agus an dóigh ar phléigh siad legreann, cairdeas agus nasc ollmhór iontaobhais eatarthu féin. Le linnan chogaidh bhí na mná seo ag agóidí, a chur bia ar fáil agus a bhímar chúltaca lárnach na streachailte. Insítear an dráma ó dhearcadhna mban atá anois sna 50í, sna 60í agus sna 70í a mhothaíonn, cé gombaineann siad sult as an dul chun cinn, fágtha ar leataobh agus gana luach. Táispeánann an dráma seo dúinn a ghreannmhaire agus afhuinniúla agus cé chomh lán smaointe atá ‘na seanmhná’ seo, maraon le cur i gcuimhne dúinn cé chomh hurghnách a bhí saol ghlúinsin na mban. Arna stiúradh ag Pam Brighton agus arna dhearadhag Grúpa Ealaíontóra na Féile. Cead isteach: £6. Ticéid ar fáil agTicéadlann ar bith de chuid na Féile.www.feilebelfast.com39

Dramas DramaiThe Rainbow FactoryPresents‘Little Shop ofHorrors’Rainbow Factory StudioTheatreCollege Square North7th August – 16th August,7.30pm CurtainThis dark but goofy and thoroughlyfun musical slams together twistedhumour, a singing plant, a sadisticdentist and sweet oblivious love intoa rollicking musical well worthwatching again and again. Asperfectly clumsy Seymour and easilydominated Audrey search for a way out of Skid Row, a strange andunusual plant might be their ticket out.The plant, however, desires astrange and unsettling food… blood! As the plant grows taller andtaller, its demands for food grows as well, and Seymour starts tosuspect that the plant might have a bigger agenda. Tickets: £8/£6[concession]‘Love Is A Many Splintered Thing’Conway Education CentreThursday 7th AugustDirected by Maura O’Reilly who also directed hilariousperformances of ‘White Wedding’ and ‘Hotel Bayroute’. ‘Love Is AMany Splintered Thing’ is performed by Blackbird Theatre Companyand brings a comedy of sketches about love, marriage and hate!Léiríonn The RainbowFactory‘Little Shop ofHorrors’Rainbow Factory StudioTheatreCearnóg an CholáisteThuaidh7 Lúnasa – 16 Lúnasa,7.30pmIs e a chaitheann an ceoldrámacraiceáilte agus gruama agus sadeireadh thiar spraíúil le chéile nágreann claon, planda ceoil, fiaclóirsádach agus grá a fholaíonn gráinagus a dhéanann ceoldrámabríomhar leis ar fiú breathnú air arís agus arís eile. Éiríonn Seymourciotach agus Audrey shéimh bealach éalaithe amach as anbhochtanas, d’fhéadfaí gur aimsigh sí a mbealach amach leis anphlanda neamhghnách. Is é is mian leis an phlanda áfach ná biaaisteach anbhuaineach ..fuil! Dé réir mar a fhásann an planda níosairde is amhlaidh a mhéadaíonn a éilimh le haghaidh bia chomhmaith, agus bíonn claonadh ag Seymour go bhfuil rún mór eile arfad ag an phlanda..Ticéid: £8/£6 [lacáiste]‘Love Is A Many Splintered Thing’Lárionad Oideachais Mhic Con MidheDéardaoin 7 LúnasaMaura O’Reilly a stiúrann é seo agus a stiúir chomh maith naléiriúcháin de ‘White Wedding’ agus ‘Hotel Bayroute’. LéiríonnCompántas Amharclainne Blackbird ‘Love Is A Many SplinteredThing’ ina bhfuil sraith sceitsí coiméideacha faoin ghrá, faoin phósadhagus faoin ghráin!40 www.feilebelfast.com

Dramas Dramai‘The Importance of Being Micheál’by John KeyesAn Cultúrlann TheatreFriday 8th August, 8pm CurtainA remarkable one-man show which brings to life the complex anddynamic real-life character of Micheál Mac Líammóir, played by thewriter John Keyes.This play premiered at the Cultúrlann Theatreand its return has been much anticipated. Tickets £5: Available fromAn Cultúrlann.‘Dead Rooster Blues & AssortedTheatrical Revelations’Presented by Little John NeeConway MillFriday 8th August, 7pm CurtainLittle John Nee invites us to leave behind the dubious comfort ofanother night parked in front of the television and to travel withhim up into the wild hills for the grand re-opening of an isolatedsinging lounge, ‘The Mother’s Arms’. For a long time it has satdesolate among the scotch pines, quiet as a temple, the only soundsthe snoring of an old dog dreaming on the floor and a bluebottleracing from the beer taps to the dart board and back. Many strangecharacters have stumbled this way over the years.Tonight they canreturn. Can Little John entertain them with his Cajun bhajan andukulele ceilidh or will he get chased? Admission: £5. TicketsAvailable at all Féile Outlets.‘The Importance of Being Micheál’ byJohn KeyesAmharclann na CultúrlainneDé hAoine 8 Lúnasa, 8pm CuirtínSeó sonraíoch aonfhir a thugann dúinn fíorcharachtar castadinimiciúil, mar atá Micheál Mac Liammóir, ina ndéanann anscríbhneoir John Keyes an aisteoireacht. Bhí príomhléiriú an drámaseo ag Amharclann na Cultúrlainne agus táthar ag dúil go mór lefilleadh an dráma. Ticéid £5: Ar fáil ón Chultúrlann.‘Dead Rooster Blues & AssortedTheatrical Revelations’Arna léiriú ag Little John NeeMuileann Mhic Con MidheDé hAoine 8 Lúnasa, 7pm CuirtínCuireann Little John Nee dúshlán romhainn oíche eile ar ár dtolgbréagchompordach agus muid páirceáilte os comhar na teilifíse afhágáil agus taisteal leis suas chuig na cnoic fhiáine d’athoscailt natolglainne ceoil, ‘The Mothers Arms’. Le fada an lá agus é suiteuaigneach i lár na gcrann giúise, chomh ciúin le teampall, gan fuaimar bith le cluinstin ach srannfach seanmhadaidh ag brionglóideach aran urlár agus cuileog ghorm ag eitilt thar bharra na mbuidéalbeorach chuig an chlár dairteanna agus ar ais. Is iomaí carachtar ashiúil an bealach seo le himeacht na mblianta. Is anocht is féidir leofilleadh. An dtig le John siamsaíocht a chur ar fáil dóibh lena Cajunbhajan agus ukulele ceilidh nó an gcuirfí an ruaig air? Cead isteach:£5. Ticéidí ar fáil ag Ticéadlann ar bith de chuid na Féile.

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Taispeántais ExhibitionsMain Féile ExhibitionsSt Mary’s University CollegeMonday 4th August - Saturday 9th August10am - 5pm, daily[Official launch of exhibitions & dramas, St Mary’sUniversity College,Saturday 2nd August, 2.30pm – SeeFéile Book Sale, page 27]WestEtchings about the West of Ireland;Ivan Armstrong was trained as a printmaker and painter in Belfast,and in art education in London. After undertaking research at theUniversity of Wales he set up a post-graduate department of arteducation in Malaysia. On his return to Ireland he was a member ofthe Belfast Print Workshop in the 1980s and has returned full timeto printmaking.‘Re-Imagining A Conflict’Exhibition by Spanish journalist JanireNájeraThis series of images focus on the artwork on the walls of Belfastand the people who live there. Nájera uses double exposure tomerge these iconic symbols with people from the neighbourhoodswhere they are displayed.Reflections on Internment – theBallymurphy massacre, 1971This photographic exhibition individualises the eleven families whoall lost loved ones at the hands of the Parachute Regiment. Firstlaunched at last year’s Féile, it will move to Ballymurphy CommunityCentre on Friday, 8th August.Organised by Relatives for Justice & Jonathan PorterMartin RyanMartin, from North Belfast and based in Newtownabbey, is a selftaughtartist, inspired by contemporary Irish painters such as RitaDuffy and John Luke.This collection consists of paintings of a GAAplayer on different areas of the Irish landscape.Sponsored by O’NeillsPríomh-Thaispeántais na FéileColáiste Ollscoile Naomh MuireDé Sathairn 4 Lúnasa - Dé Sathairn 9 Lúnasa10am – 5pm, ga lá[Seoladh oifigiúil de thaispeántais & drámaí, ColáisteOllscoile Naomh MuireDé Sathairn 2 Lúnasa, 2.30pm – Féach Reic Leabhar naFéile, leathanach 27]An tIartharFuair Ivan Armstrong a oiliúint mar dhéantóir cló agus mar phéintéiri mBéal Feirste, agus trí oideachas ealaíne i Londain. I ndiaidh dótabhairt faoi thaighde ag Ollscoil na Breataine Bige chuir sé roinnoideachas ealaíne iarchéime ar bun ar an Mhalaeisia. Mar ealaíontóiróg thaispeáin sé a shaothar go forleathan. Ar fhilleadh ar Éirinn dóba bhall é de Cheardlann Phriontála Bhéal Feirste sna 1980í agusd'fhill sé go lánaimseartha ar an déantús cló.‘Coimhlint a Athshamhlú’Taispeántas ag iriseoir Spáinneach JanireNájeraDíríonn an tsraith íomhánna ón mhac léinn grianghrafadóireachtadoiciméadaí seo ar obair ealaíne ar bhallaí Bhéal Feirste agus ar nadaoine atá ina gcónaí ann. Úsáideann Nájera nochtadh dúbailtechun na siombail ícónacha a chumasc le daoine ó nacomharsanachtaí ina bhfuil siad ar taispeáint.Machnamh ar Imtheorannú – Ár Bhaile UíMhurchú, 1971Déanann an taispeántas grianghrafadóireachta daoine aonarachaden aon teaghlach déag ar chaill gach ceann acu rún ag lámha naReisiminte Paraisiúit. Fuair sé a chéad léiriú ag Féile na bliana seocaite, bogfaidh sé chuig Ionad Pobail Bhaile Uí Murchú Dé hAoine, 8Lúnasa.Socraithe ag Gaolta um Cheartas & Jonathan PorterMartin RyanIs ealaíontóir féin-mhúinte é Martin, arbh as Béal Feirste Thuaidh éagus anois atá lonnaithe i mBaile na Mainistreach, atá spreagtha agealaíontóirí comhaimseartha Éireannacha amhail Rita Duffy agusJohn Luke. Sa bhailiúchán seo tá roinnt péintéireachta ar imreoirCLG ar cheantair dhifriúla thírdhreach na hÉireann.Urraithe ag O’Neills44 www.feilebelfast.com

Taispeántais Exhibitions‘Small Arms: Children of Conflict’ byMichael KienitzMichael Kienitz’s photography has appeared in ‘Life’, ‘Time’, and‘Newsweek’, and has been exhibited in the United States andEurope. His foreign assignments have included Ireland, Afghanistan,El Salvador and Lebanon. While living in New York he worked forAndy Warhol and was the house photographer of The WaldorfAstoria. In 1981 he randomly photographed children in Belfast, thenreturned 25 years later to re-trace them. His project, ‘Small Arms:Children of Conflict’ encompasses four continents and eightcountries.Oliver CurranOliver Curran from Newry has exhibited in galleries and showsacross Ireland. He is considered one of the most talented folkpainters of the times. Oliver’s paintings reflect his vision of Irishlandscape and history.‘Untold’By Conor O MearáinConor Ó Mearáin is a documentary photographer based in Dublin.‘Untold’ is a series of portraits of women republican activists whowere imprisoned because of the conflict in the North.Belfast HillsPhotographic exhibition of the Belfast Hills – including Divis andBlack Mountain - in all their glory, displaying a series of imagescapturing the beauty of the range, the flora, fauna and wildlife that islargely hidden in the hills above the city.[www.belfasthills.org]West Belfast Arts SocietyA selection of works by local amateur and semi-professional artistsfrom West Belfast of all ages and levels of abilities, in variousmediums and inspirations.'Beacon Centre' Arts Group –The Northern Ireland Association for Mental HealthA collection of inspiring and intriguing paintings, tapestry and craftscreated by members from West Belfast Day Centres, communitygroups and individuals across the city with various levels of abilities.Beacon Arts Group will showcase for the first time with Féile theiramazing collection of vibrant and vivid paintings including 3D works.‘Small Arms: Children of Conflict’ agMichael KienitzNochtadh grianghrafadóireacht Michael Kienitz in ‘Life’, ‘Time’, agus‘Newsweek’, agus rinneadh é a thaispeáint sna Stáit Aontaithe agussan Eoraip. Bhí Éire, An Afganastáin, An tSalvadóir agus An Liobáinmar chuid dá obair thar sáile. Le linn dó bheith ina chónaí i Nua-Eabhrac d'oibrigh sé do Andy Warhol agus ba é griangrafadóir tí anWaldorf Astoria. Sa bhliain 1981 thóg sé grianghraif de pháistí goramdamach i mBéal Feirste, tháinig sé ar ais i ndiaidh 25 bliain chuniad a lorg. Clúdaíonn a thionscadal, Small Arms: Children of Conflictceathair ilchríoch agus ocht dtír.Oliver CurranLéirigh Oliver Curran, ón Iúr, taispeántais i ndánlanna agus i seónnafud fad na hÉireann. Meastar gurb é duine de na daon-ealaíontóirí isfearr lenár linn. Léiríonn péintéireacht Oliver a fhís ar thírdhreachagus ar stair.‘Untold’Le Conor Ó MearáinIs griangrafadóir doiciméadach é Conor Ó Mearáin lonnaithe imBaile Átha Cliath. Is sraith portráidí de ghníomhaithepoblachtacha ar mná iad ‘Untold’, mná a bhí i bpríosún toisc nacoimhlinte sa Tuaisceart.Cnoic Bhéal FeirsteTaispeántas grianghrafadóireachta de Chnoic Bhéal Feirste – sanáireamh Dubhaois agus an Sliabh Dubh - iad maorga, ag léiriú sraithíomhánna a léiríonn áilleacht an réimse, fásra agus ainmhithe agusfiadhúlra a bhíonn i bhfolach an chuid is mó sna cnoic os coinn nacathrach.[www.belfasthills.org]Cumann Ealaíon Bhéal Feirste ThiarRogha oibre le healaíontóirí amaitéaracha agus leathghairmiúlaáitiúla ó Bhéal Feirste Thiar de gach aois agus leibhéal ábaltachta, imeáin éagsúla agus éagsúlacht spreagtha.Grúpa Ealaíona 'Ionad Uí Bheacháin’–Cumann Thuaisceart Éireann um Shláinte MeabhrachBailiúchán péintéireachta, taipéise agus ceardaíochta a chothaíonnspreagadh agus fiosracht ag baill ó Ionaid Lae Bhéal Feirste Thiar,grúpaí pobail agus daoine aonaracha fud fad na cathrach ar leibhéiléagsúla ábaltachtaí. Cuirfidh Grúpa Ealaíona Becan, a saothar artaispeáint den chéad uair leis an Fhéile, bailiúchán iontach dephéintéireacht bhríomhar agus bheoga obair 3T san áireamh.www.feilebelfast.com45

Taispeántais Exhibitions‘Words & Music’Aidan McGillionAidan’s work includes several atmospheric landscapes and skystudies Most pieces are based on a theme of music, the line of asong or a poem, including a study of Patrick Kavanagh, performingmusicians and several figurative pieces.‘Life on the Faultlines’Peace has come to the North but “step beyond the bright lights ofregeneration,” argues Frankie Quinn in his new book ofphotographs, “and Belfast’s urban geography tells a different andalltogether older story.”Action on Disability ProjectJanuary – June 2008Life size self-portrait puppetsMaterials: Porcelain clay, under-glaze; transparent earthenware glaze;and fabric. Students began by producing self-portrait and costumedrawings from memory that they used to recreate their faces inclay by sculpting and painting. Individuals will use their life-sizepuppets when performing in their project’s concluding play, alsowritten by this group of students and their tutor.Sponsored by MetroChanging Faces – New VoicesAn exhibit featuring a series of issue-based artworks related to theoverriding themes of race, immigration, stereotypes, prejudice andtheir ultimate conclusion - genocide.The work is the product oftwo separate groups of youths. One group from the Open DoorsLearning Centre, working with young people at risk of socialexclusion.The other group from St Joseph’s College on theRavenhill Road is drawn from children of various and diverseethnicities.Abstracting Months - Christina Herdman‘Abstracting Months’ brings together a personal exhibition byGraphic Designer / Illustrator Christina Herdman who was born inWest Belfast.The exhibition is a portrayal of how the artist defineseach month of the year through time, season and emotion.‘Focail & Ceol’Aidan McGillionIs é atá san áireamh le saothar Aidan ná roinnt staidéir arthídhreachanna atmaisféaracha agus ar spéartha ach tá an chuid ismó de na píosaí bunaithe ar cheol, líne as amhrán nó dán, ina measctá staidéir ar Patrick Kavanagh, ceoltóirí ag dul ceoil agus roinntpíosaí fíoracha.‘Life on the Faultlines’Tá síocháin sa Tuaisceart ach “tabhair céim níos faide ná soilsí gealana hathghiniúna,” a deir Frankie Quinn ina leabhar nua grianghraf,“agus insíonn tíreolaíocht uirbeach Bhéal Feirste scéal eile atá gohiomlán níos sine.”Tionscadal Gníomh ar MhíchumaisEanáir – Meitheamh 2008Puipéid fhéin-phortráide ar méid duineÁbhair: Cré poircealláin, fo-ghlónra; glónra trédhearcach cré-earra;agus fabraic.Thosaigh na mic léinn le féin-phortráid a dhéanamhagus le líníocht feistis ó chuimhne a d'úsáid siad chun a n-aghaidheanna a athchruthú i gcré trí dhealbhú agus trí phéinteáil.Bainfidh daoine úsáid agus a bpuipéid ar méid duine nuair atá siadag aisteoireacht ina ndráma tionscadail deiridh, arna scríofa chomhmaith ag an ghrúpa seo agus a múinteoir. Urraithe ag MetroAghaidheanna Athruithe - Guthanna ÚraTaispéantas de ealaín bainte le mórchéisteanna - cine, imirceacht,stereotíopeanna, imealladh agus a chonclúid - cinedhíothú.Cruthaíodh an na píosaí seo ag dhá ghrúpaí éagsúla de daoine óga.Grúpa amháin ón Doirse Oscailte Ionad Foghlama, ag obair ledaoine óga i mbaol ag imeallú sóisialta. Is é meascán de daoine ógaó cultúrtha agus ciní difriúla ´an grúpa eile, ó Coláiste Naomh Iosáfar an Bóthar Ravenhill.Coimriú Míoanna - Christina HerdmanBailíonn ‘Coimriú Míonna’ obair pearsanta an Dearrthóir Graifice /Ealaíonteoir Christina Herdman a rugadh in Iarthar mBéal Feirste. Isléiriú an taispéantas é seo den bealach a sháin-mhíníonn anealaíontóir gach mí tríd am, séasúr agus mothúcháin .46 www.feilebelfast.com

Taispeántais ExhibitionsExhibition of Prison ArtA new exhibition of prison art, exclusively at Féile Belfast, reflectson how people from vastly different cultural backgrounds caninteract positively when forced to live together in an artificiallyenclosed space.Art and Struggle in the Basque CountryMonday 4th August – Friday 8th AugustA collection of prints from over the last 100 years detailing differentaspects of the Basque struggle for independence and how this hasbeen represented graphically.From Civil Rights to Bill of Rights- 40 Years On [part of 1968commemorations]St Mary’s University CollegeMonday 4th August, 2pmLaunch of the Falls Community Council 2008 Exhibition (which willbe open from 10am - 5pm, daily). Guest Speakers: Belfast LordMayor Tom Hartley and Fergus O’Hare. Falls Community Council inconjunction with PRONI and the Linenhall Library present thismajor exhibition on the civil rights movement and the NorthernIreland Civil Rights Association, from pamphlets, to posters, tophotographs.These explore the background and development ofNICRA, from Duke Street to Burntollet to Bloody Sunday.Remembering QuiltWestwood’s Shopping Centre MallSaturday 2nd August, 12noonThe Relatives for Justice Remembering Quilt has been made byfamilies of people whose lives were lost as a result of our conflict.So far, over 400 families have participated from across Ireland andabroad. Last November the South African Ambassador to Irelandalong with another 49 families launched a new panel of the Quilt inNorth Belfast.This panel will be given its first open viewing at Féile.Irish Republican History MuseumConway MillSaturday 2nd – Sunday 10th August, Time TBCThe museum opened in February 2007 on the first anniversary ofthe death of Eileen Hickey, one of the major driving forces behindthe initiative. Exhibits include prisoners’ handicrafts made byrepublicans imprisoned around the world, weapons used in thecause of Irish freedom, pictures and artwork relating to the conflict.Taispéantas de Ealaín PríosúnTaispéantas úr de Ealaín Príosún, ag Fíle Béal Feirste amháin, amacnaíonn ar an bealach a féidir le daoine ó cúlra cultúrtha gohiomlán difriúl dul i teagmhail lena chéile i mbealach dearfach nuaira cuirtear orthu cónaí le chéile i spás druidte.Ealaín agus Strachailt i dTír na mBascachDé Luain 4 Lúnasa - Dé hAoine 8 LúnasaBailiúchán de clóanna thar tréimhse 100 bliain ag taispéan anstrachailt Bascach ar son saoirse agus an dóigh a léiríodh seo tríd anealaín.From Civil Rights to Bill of Rights- 40 Years On [mar chuid de chomóradh1968]Coláiste Ollscoile Naomh MuireDé Luain 4 Lúnasa, 2.00pmSeoladh Thaispeántas 2008 Chomhairle Phobal na bhFál, ‘From CivilRights to Bill of Rights: 40 years on (a bheidh oscailte ó 10am -5pm, gach lá). Aoichainteoirí: Ardmhéara Bhéal Feirste Tom Hartleyagus Fearghas Ó hÍr. Léiríonn Comhairle Pobal na bhFál i gcomharle PRONI agus Leabharlann Halla an Lín an mórthaispeántas seo arghluaiseacht na gceart sibhialta agus Cumann Ceart SibhialtaThuaisceart Éireann le paimfléid, póstaeir agus fótagraif. Fiosraíonnsiad cúlra CCSTÉ, ó Sráid Diúic go Bun Tolaide go Domhnach naFola.Cuilt na CuimhneIonad Siopadóireachta na hIarchoilleDé Sathairn 2 Lúnasa, 12 meán laeRinne teaghlaigh daoine a chaill a mbeatha mar thoradh ar árgcoimhlint Cuilt na Cuimhne Ghaolta um Cheartas. Go dtí seo,ghlac breis agus 400 teaghlach páirt fud fad na hÉireann agus tharlear. I mí na Samhana seo chuaigh thart chuir Ambasadóir nahAfraice Theas ina theannta le 49 dteaghlach painéal nua sa Chuilt imBéal Feirste Thuaidh.Taispeánfar an painéal seo go hoscailte denchéad uair ag an Fhéile.Iarsmalann Stair Poblachtach na hÉireannMuileann Mhic Con MidheDé Sathairn 2 - Dé Domhnaigh 10 Lúnasa, Am TBCD’oscail an iarsmalann seo i Feabhra 2007 ar an chéad céiliuradhbliantúil de bás Eilenn Hickey, duine a spreag an tionscnamh go mór.Taispéantar uirlis cruthaítear ag príosúnaigh Poblachtach ar fud nadomhain, airm a úsáidtear ar son saoirse na hÉireann, pictúirí aguspíosaí ealaínne bainte leis an choimhlint.www.feilebelfast.com47

Taispeántais ExhibitionsWorking for the Irish Language Act in theNorthCultúrlann McAdam Ó Fiaich [Sunday 3rd toWednesday 6th]; Park Centre [Thursday 7th August toSunday 10th August]This exhibition covers the work carried out over a period of yearsby the Irish speaking community to achieve its rights, culminating inthe lengthy POBAL campaign for the Irish Language Act for theNorth. Official launch – Cultúrlann, Monday, 4th August, 7pm.Organised by POBALAg obair ar son Acht na Gaeilge saTuaisceartCultúrlann McAdam Ó Fiaich [Dé Domhnaigh 3 lá go dtíDé Céadaoin 6 Lúnasa]Ionad na Pairce [Déardaoin 7 Lúnasa go dtí DéDomhnaigh 10 Lúnasa]Clúdaíonn an taispeántas seo obair a rinneadh thar na mbliantaanuas ag Gaeilgeoirí chun a gcearta a bhaint amach, ag teacht chunbuaice le feachtas POBAL d'Acht na Gaeilge don Tuaisceart.Seoladh oifigiúil – Cultúrlann, Dé Luain, 4 Lúnasa, 7pm. Socraithe agPOBALMad Hatters’ Tea Party InteractiveChildren’s ExhibitionBy artist Katie BlueIsland Arts Centre, LisburnMonday 4th August – Friday 8th AugustJoin Mad-As-A-Hatter-Katie and her wacky collection of junkcharacters as they sit down to enjoy a tea-party with a difference!Whether your taste is for knitted cupcakes or plastic sausages,Island Arts Centre’s specially-commissioned, interactive exhibition isguaranteed to delight even the tiniest of tots.The exhibition is opento the public. Contact: Louise Smith, Community Arts Officer,Island Arts Centre, Lisburn, Tel: 9250 9509.Twenty Years of Féile!Fresh Claim Cafe & Photographic Gallery48 King StreetMonday 4th August, Launch: 7pm - 9pmColour and Black & White Photographic exhibition of the best ofFéile by award-winning photographer, Sean McKernan. BBQ andrefreshments provided.Mad Hatters’ Tea Party - TaispeántasIdirghníomhach PáistíLe healaíontóir Katie BlueIonad Ealaíon an Oileáin, Lios na gCearrbhachDé Luain 4 Lúnasa - Dé hAoine 8 LúnasaTá an tábla cóirithe! Bí le Katie-ar-gealtacht-agus-ar-ginideacht agus abailiúchán carachtar bruscair nuair a shuíonn siad le sult a bhaint asan chóisir tae ar leith! Más ansa leat bunóga cniotáilte nó ispíníplaisteacha, tá sé cinnte go mbainfidh na tachráin is lú sult as antaispeántas idirghníomhach, coimisiúnaithe go speisialta ag IonadEalaíon an Oileáin. Tá an taispeántas oscailte don phobal.Déan teagmháil le: Louise Smith, Oifigeach Ealaíon Poiblí, IonadEalaíon an Oileáin, Lios na gCearrbhach, Teil. 9250 9509.Fiche Bliain den Fhéile!Fresh Claim Cafe & Photographic Gallery48 Sráid an RíDé Luain 4 Lúnasa, Seoladh: 7pm - 9pmTaispeántas Grianghrafadóireachta Daite agus Dubh & Bán de napíosaí is fearr den Fhéileag griangrafadóir gradam-bhuacach Sean McKearnan. BBQ agussmailceanna curtha ar fáil.48 www.feilebelfast.com

Taispeántais ExhibitionsBog Oak CarvingsOgham GalleryConway StreetMonday 4th August – Saturday 9th AugustBog oak carvings carved over twelve weeks by participants in AnDroichead’s bog oak workshops will be exhibited alongside thework of Eamon Maguire and the Ogham Gallery.R We UAn Munia Tober, Unit 12,Blackstaff Complex, Springfield RoadMonday 4th August – Friday 8th August, 10am - 2pmExhibition of artwork produced by Traveller children from MonaghBypass and settled children from Cummann larscoile Na Mona.Children have been investigating one another’s traditions, languagesand produced images which reflect on the many things they havelearned.Traditional Views of MusicWhiterock Library,Monday 4th August – Saturday 9th August, DuringLibrary Opening TimesA collage of traditional Irish instruments and music by thechildren/young people of Whiterock Library.The exhibition will formthe backdrop to the library’s Craic agus Ceol.Exhibition by children from BunscoilPhobail FeirsteAndersonstown LibraryMonday 4th August – Saturday 9th August, DuringLibrary Opening TimesIllustrating Irish phrases through painting and drawing.Conway Education – 25 YearsConway MillMonday 4th August – Sunday 10th August, All DayConway Education is celebrating 25 years of work on the educationfloor.The Centre will launch a mural commemorating past staff whohave died, a DVD capturing the reminiscences of early students andan exhibition displaying photographs, posters and documents fromthe past up to the present. The events will be launched at theFrank Cahill Lecture on Monday, 4th August, at 7.30pmSnoídóireacht le Dair PhortaighDánlann OghaimSráid Mhic Con MidheDé Luain 4 Lúnasa - Dé Sathairn 9 LúnasaCuirfear snoídóireacht le dair phortaigh a shnoigh rannpháirtithethar dhá sheachtain déag ag ceardlanna dair phortaigh sa Droicheadar taispeánt taobh le hobair Éamainn Mhig Uidhir ag DánlannOghaim.R We UAonad 12, An Munia TobarOllionad Blackstaff, Bóthar ChluanaíDé Luain 4 Lúnasa – Dé hAoine 8 Lúnasa, 10am - 2pmTaispeánt obair ealaíne déanta ag páistí ón Lucht Siúil óSheachbhóthar na Móna agus ag páistí ón phobal lonnaithe óChumann Iarscoile na Móna. Bhí na páistí ag fiosrú traidisiúin agusteangacha a chéile agus sholáthair siad íomhánna a léiríonn cuidmhór rudaí a d'fhoghlaim siad.Tuairimí Traidisiúnta ar CheolLeabharlann na Carraige Báine,Dé Luain 4 Lúnasa – Dé Sathairn 9 Lúnasa, Le LinnUaireanta Oscailte na LeabharlainneColláis d'uirlisí traidisiúnta Gaelacha agus ceoil ag páistí/daoine ógaó Leabharlann na Carraige Báine. Beidh an taispeántas mar chúlrado Crhaic agus Ceol na leabharlainne.Taispeántas ag páistí ó Bhunscoil PhobalFeirsteLeabharlann Bhaile AndarsanDé Luain 4 Lúnasa – Dé Sathairn 9 Lúnasa, Le LinnUaireanta Oscailte na LeabharlainneTaispeántas ag páistí ó Bhunscoil Phobail Feirste a léiríonn frásaíGaeilge trí phéinteáil agus líníocht.Oideachas Mhic Con Midhe – 25 BhliainMuileann Mhic Con MidheDé Luain 4 Lúnasa – Dé Domhnaigh 10 Lúnasa 2008, anLá ar FadTá Oideachas Mhic Con Midhe ag comóradh 25 bhliain oibre arurlár an oideachais. Chun an ócáid seo a cheiliúradh seolfaidh antIonad múr-ealaín ag cuimhneamh foirne a fuair bás, seolfaidh siadDVD a léiríonn cuimhní cinn ó mhic léinn luatha agus taispeántas aléiríonn fótagraif, póstaeir agus doiciméid ón am atá caite go dtí anlá atá inniu ann. Seolfar na himeachtaí ag an Léacht Frank Cahill, DéLuain, 4 Lúnasa, ar 7.30pmwww.feilebelfast.com49

Taispeántais ExhibitionsConway EducationCelebration EveningConway MillFriday 8th August, Doors open 8pmConway Education Centre is inviting all past, present and potentialstudents and anyone who is interested in the work to attend thisfantastic celebration.The Space GalleryConway MillTuesday 5th August – Saturday 9th AugustWine Reception, Tuesday 5th August 7pm - 9pmThe artists of Conway Mill have come together to create thisintriguing exhibition which is inspired by the vibrant life and historyof Conway Mill.The exhibition is open to the public and free ofcharge. No booking necessary. For more details telephoneConway Mill on (028) 9024 9323.Ballymurphy Massacre – InternmentKillings 1971Community Day of ReflectionSaturday 9th August, Starting at 11amReflections on Internment – Photographic Exhibition and showingof DVD, Ballymurphy Community Centre,11am – 4pmLaunch of Mural,Top of Whiterock, 12 noonBallymurphy Massacre – Our Walk for Truth. Starting at SpringfieldPark, 3pm.This walk will tell the story of the Ballymurphy Massacrethrough art as it passes the spots where eleven people were killedby the Parachute Regiment over three days in August 1971.Oideachas Mhic Con MidheTráthnóna CeiliúrthaMuileann Mhic Con MidheDé hAoine 8 Lúnasa, Doirse oscailte ar 8pmTá Ionad Oideachais Mhic Con Midhe ag cur fáilte roimh gach macléinn a d'fhreastail san am atá caite, san am i láthair nó atá le freastalar an Ionad nó ar suim leo an obair, le freastal ar an cheiliúradhiontach seo.An Dánlann SpáisMuileann Mhic Con MidheDé Máirt 5 Lúnasa – Dé Sathairn 9 Lúnasa(Fáilte Fíona, 7pm - 9pm, Dé Máirt 5ú)Tháinig ealaíontóirí Mhuileann Mhic Con Midhe le chéile chun antaispeántas suimiúil seo a chruthú a bhí spreagtha ag saol agus stairbhríomhar Mhuileann Mhic Con Midhe.Tá an taispeántas oscailtedon phobal agus tá sé saor in aisce. Níl gá le háirithiú. Le haghaidhtuilleadh sonraí glaoigh ar Mhuileann Mhic Con Midhe ar (028)90249323.Ár Bhaile Uí Mhurchú – MaruitheImtheorannaithe 1971Lá Machnaimh PobailDé Sathairn 9 Lúnasa ag tosú ar 11.00amMachnamh ar Imtheorannú – Taispeántas Grianghrafadóireachtaagus léiriú DVD, Lárionad Pobail Bhaile Uí Mhurchú, 11am – 4pmSeoladh Múr-ealaíne , Barr na Carraige Báine, 12 meán laeÁr Bhaile Uí Mhurchú– Ár Siúlóid don Fhírinne. Ag tosú ag PáircChluanaí, 3pm. Inseoidh an tsiúlóid seo Ár Bhaile Uí Mhurchú tríd anealaín de réir mar a théann sí trí áiteanna inar maraigh an ReisimintParaisiúit duine dhéag thar thrí lá i mí Lúnasa 1971.50 www.feilebelfast.com

TEAGHLACH, PÁISTÍ &ALLAMUIGHFAMILY, CHILDREN & OUTDOORMy Kind of People (part of Oscailt events)Westwood’s Shopping CentreSaturday 2nd August, 11am – 1pmPeople of all ages and abilities will dance, sing, act and performmagic on public stage.The event will be compered by UTV’sIvan Little. Contact Margaret on 9031 3440. Organised by Féile anPhobail in conjunction with Westwood’s Shopping Centre.Sponsored by Westwood’s Shopping Centre.Talent Show!Westwood Shopping CentreSaturday 2nd August, 1.30pm – 3pm (begins when ‘MyKind of People’ finishes)In Féile’s first ever under-6s’ talent show, toddlers will be singing,dancing, and performing at the highest (well possibly around 2 feet)level! Judges will decide the winners in each category with a widerange of prizes available. For entry forms and rules contact Kevin atFéile on 9031 3440.Prizes sponsored by Mace (Park Centre), courtesy of Gavin AdairEvent Sponsored by Westwood’s Shopping Centre.An Mhuintir is Ansa Liom (cuid d'ócáidíOscailt)Siopadóireacht Lárionad na hIarchoilleDé Sathairn 2 Lúnasa 11am – 1pmBeidh daoine de gach aois agus gach ábaltacht ag damhsa, ag ceol,ag aisteoireacht agus ag déanamh draíochta ar stáitse poiblí. Beidhiriseoir UTV Ivan Little, ina fhear tí ar an ócáid. Chun tuilleadh eolaisa fháil gabh i dteagmháil le Margaret ar 90313440. Socraithe ag Féilean Phobail i gcomhar le Lárionad Siopadóireachta na hIarchoille.Urraithe ag Lárionad Siopadóireachta na hIarchoille.Seó Tallainne!Siopadóireacht Lárionad na hIarchoilleDé Sathairn 2 Lúnasa, 1.30pm – 3pm (tosaíonn sé nuaira chríochnaíonn ‘An Mhuintir is Ansa Liom’)Sa chéad seó tallainne faoi 6 bliana d'aois de chuid na Féile, beidhtachráin i ngleic leis na cinn is fearr de cheoltoirí, rinceoirí agus agdéanamh seó ag an leibhéal is airde (bhuel, b'fhéidir 2 throigh óntalamh)! Deanfaidh breithimh an cinneadh ar cé hiad na buaiteoirísna catagóirí úd le réimse leathan duaiseanna ar fáil. Le haghaidhfoirmeacha iontrála gabh i dteagmháil le Kevin ag Féile an Phobail ar(028) 90313440. Duaiseanna urraithe ag Mace (Park Centre),buíochas do Gavin Adair.Urraithe ag Lárionad Siopadóireachta na hIarchoille.www.feilebelfast.com51

Teaghlach, Paisti & Allamuigh Family, Children & OutdoorFéile FlightsFalls ParkSaturday 2nd August, 12 noon - 3.00pmSee Belfast like never before! Pleasure helicopter flights across thecity brought to you care of Féile an Phobail. Groups of five per flightfrom Falls Park, approx 8 minutes in the sky. 12 noon – 3pm,Saturday, 2nd August. Cost per passenger £30. Limited ticketsavailable at Teach Féile 028 9031 3440. Sponsored by Bombardier.20th Birthday Celebrations MuralUnveilingRockville StreetSaturday 2nd August, 3pmDanny Devenney has been described as ‘the most prolific of therepublican artists’ and it is fitting that Danny should be charged withthe responsibility of delivering Féile an Phobail’s 20th BirthdayCelebrations’ Mural. The mural has been painted in partnershipwith young people from the nearby St James’ and Rock Streets anddepicts how much Féile and the West Belfast community havechanged over the past 20 years. Mural will be unveiled by BelfastLord Mayor Tom Hartley. Funded by the Big LotteryEitiltí na FéilePáirc na bhFálDé Sathairn 2 Lúnasa, 12pm - 3.00pmAmharc ar Bhéal Feirste ar bhealach nach bhfaca tú roimhe é! Eitiltípléisiúir trasna na cathrach arna gcur ar fáil agat ag Féile an Phobail.Grúpa de cheathrar [nó chúigear?] an eitilt ó Pháirc na bhFál,timpeall is 8 mbomaite san aer. 11am - 2pm, Dé Sathairn 2 Lúnasa.Costas an paisinéir - £30. Ticéid ar fáil ag ticéadlanna na Féile.Urraithe ag Bombardier.Ceiliúradh 20ú Breithlá agus NochtadhMhúr-ealaíneSráid RockvilleDé Sathairn 2 Lúnasa, 3.00 pmCuireadh síos ar Danny Devenney mar ‘an t-ealaíontóir poblachtachis mó soláthar’ agus tá sé oiriúnach go gcuirtear an dualgas arDanny chun Múr-ealaín de Ceiliúradh 20ú Breithlá Fhéile an Phobail.Péinteáladh an mhúr-ealaín i gcomhpháirtíocht le daoine óga ócheantar San Séamas agus Sráideanna na Carraige agus léiríonn séan oiread a d'athraigh an Fhéile agus pobal Bhéal Feirste Thiar le 20bliain anuas. Nochtfaidh an tArdmhéara Tom Hartley an mhúrealaín.Maoinithe ag an Big Lottery52 www.feilebelfast.com

Teaghlach, Paisti & Allamuigh Family, Children & OutdoorSCA’s Race against Racism 5k Fun RunLeaving from Falls Leisure CentreSunday 3rd August, 11.30amJoin Springfield Charitable Association’s Race Against Racism’s 5k funrun endorsing ‘European year of Intercultural Dialogue’ (2008),valuing diversity. At 11.30 sharp you will leave the Falls LeisureCentre; the route will go up the Falls Road, around the roundaboutat the junction of Andersonstown Road, back down the Falls Roadto Dunville Park. Entry fee applicable. For registration contact SCAat 9024 8509.Opening Carnival Day ParadeSunday 3rd August, Assemble Kennedy Centre CarPark 12 noon, Parade departs 1pmFloats, bands, dancers, costumes, and musicians from all over Irelandand beyond, blend together to create a stunning array of colour andthunderous noise along the Falls Road. Professional acts are joinedby community groups, youth clubs, and sports teams, for Belfast’sbiggest and best carnival parade! This year’s theme is ‘Language andCulture.’ As well as the campaign ‘Tá: Say Yes to the Irish Language’,we extend this welcome to everyone, and also a special welcometo all ethnic groups who participate and show what a truly colourfuland diverse place we live in. Contact Kevin on 9031 3440Party in the ParkDunville ParkSunday 3rd August, 2pm – 4pmThis year’s carnival parade will finish at Dunville Park. A family funday packed with music, street performers, and loads of children’sactivities. Take This (Take That Tribute Band) will headline the mainstage with local DJ legend Johnny Hero manning the decks! Therewill be lots of activities including a climbing wall, the WheelworksArtcart, mega slide, bouncy castles, a mini assault course, stiltwalkers, puppet shows and much, much more. This is a familyevent and strictly no alcohol will be permitted in the park.Fian John Dempsey Memorial ShieldPáirc Mhic Ionnrachtaigh, Gort Na Móna CLGSunday 3rd August, 1.30pm (All day)The 8th annual Fian John Dempsey tournament will take place inGort na Móna. P5s from across Belfast will show off their hurlingand camogie skills and battle it out for the prestigious Shield. FreeBBQ and fun day.Rás SCA in aghaidh Ciníochais, ReáchtáilSpraoi 5kAg imeacht ó Shólann na bhFálDé Domhnaigh 3 Lúnasa 11.30amGlac páirt i Rás in Aghaidh Ciníochais de chuid Chumann CarthanúilChluanaí reáchtáil spraoi 5k ag tacú le ‘Bliain Eorpach de ChomhráIdirchultúrtha’ (2008), ag tabhairt luach don éagsúlacht. Fágfaidh túSólann na bhFál go díreach ar 11.30am; téann tú an bealach suasBóthar na bhFál, thart ar an timpeallán ag crosbhóthar BhaileAndarsan, síos Bóthar na bhFál go Páirc Dhún Bhile. Táille iontrála igceist. Le haghaidh tuilleadh eolais, gabh i dteagmháil le SCA ag9024 8509.Paráid Oscailte Lá CarnabhailDé Domhnaigh 3 Lúnasa, imíonn an Pharáid ar 1pmBailigh le chéile ag Carrchlós Ionad Uí Chinnéide 12meán laeTagann flótaí, banna, rinceoirí, feistis, agus ceoltoirí ó gach cearnd'Éirinn agus níos faide anonn, le chéile chun meascán fíordhathúilagus torann ollmhór a chruthú ar Bhóthar na bhFál. Beidhgníomhartha gairmiúla i gcuideachta grúpaí pobail, clubanna ógra,agus foirne spóirt, don pharáid carnabhail is mó agus is fearr i mBéalFeirste! Anois agus Éire ina háit ilchultúrtha agus ina háitéagsúlachta tá sé cuí gur ‘Teanga agus Cultúr’ téama pharáid nabliana seo. Chomh maith leis an fheachtais 'TÁ: Abair TÁ leis anGhaeilge’, cuirimid an fháilte seo roimh chách, agus fearadh na fáilteroimh gach grúpa eitneach chun páirt a ghlacadh agus chun léiriúgur áit fhíordhathannach agus fhíoréagsúil an áit seo ina bhfuilimidinár gcónaí. Chun tuilleadh eolais a fháil gabh i dteagmháil Kevin ar90313440Fleá sa PháircPáirc Dhún BhileDé Domhnaigh 3 Lúnasa 2pm – 4pmDon dara bliain i ndiaidh a chéile críochnóidh paráid an charnabhailag Páirc Dhún Bhile. Lá teaghlaigh eile lán spraoi le ceol,gníomhartha sráide, agus cuid mhór gníomhaíochtaí do pháistí.'Take This' (Banda Ómóis Take That) a ghlacfaidh an phríomháit aran phríomhstáitse le DJ áitiúil Johnny Hero ag láimhseáil nandeiceanna! Arís eile beidh an pháirc lán de ghníomhaíochtaí, sanáireamh beidh balla dreapadóireachta, Wheelworks Artcart, ollsleamhnán,preabchaisleáin, mionchúrsa lingthe, siúlóirí bataí, seónnapuipéid stoca agus cuid mhór rudaí eile. Is ócáid teaghlaigh seoagus gan alcól ar bith ceadaithe sa pháirc.www.feilebelfast.com53

Teaghlach, Paisti & Allamuigh Family, Children & OutdoorSamba SoccerSummer SchoolBrook Activity CentreSummerhill Road, TwinbrookMonday 4th August – Friday 8th August9.30am – 2.30pmSamba Soccer is the most exciting new development in youthsports training and brings all the fun, the flair, and the passion ofsoccer to young people. The skills of the Brazilian soccer stars arelegendary and this school will bring the very best coaches to workwith aspiring young soccer players. £20 registration for the fullweek. Participants will also receive a Samba Soccer Kit and ball.Contact Kevin at Féile for booking (028) 9031 3440.Supported by Brook Activity Centre & Sponsored by MaceMini Rugby CourseTwinbrook Playing fieldsMonday 4th August – Friday 8th August, 10am - 2pmTake part in the week-long course covering all aspects of the gameby fully qualified coaches. Under-14 only £5 per week.Scoil SamhraidhSacar SambaIonad Gníomhaíochtaí BrookBóthar Chnoc an tSamhraidh, Cill UaigheDé Luain 4 Lúnasa - Dé hAoine 8 Lúnasa9.30am – 2.30pmArís eile tá bród ar Fhéile an Phobail an campa samhraidh iontachar éirigh go han-mhaith leis anuraidh a thabhairt ar ais. Is é SacarSamba an fhorbairt nua is corraithí i dtraenáil spóirt na n-óg agusbíonn craic, spraoi agus grá don sacar ann do dhaoine óga dá bharr.Tá an-chlú ar réalta sacair na Brasaíle agus tabharfaidh an Scoil SacarSamba na hoidí is fearr ón Bhrasaíl ann le hobair le páistí agus ledaoine óga. £20 le clárú don tseachtain iomlán. Gheobhaidh narannpháirtithe éide Sacar Samba agus liathróid. Gabh i dteagmháil leKevin ag an Fhéile d'áirithintí (028) 9031 3440.Tacaithe ag Ionad Gníomhaíochtaí Brook & Urraithe ag Mace.MionChúrsa RugbaíPáirceanna Imeartha Chill UaigheDé Luain 4 Lúnasa - Dé hAoine 8 Lúnasa 10am – 2pmBí ann le blas-seisiúin a fháil ar an rugbaí! Glac páirt sa chúrsaseachtaine a chlúdaíonn gach gné den chluiche ag oidí láncháilithe.Má bhíonn tú faoi 14 amháin! £5 an tseachtain.54 www.feilebelfast.com

Teaghlach, Paisti & Allamuigh Family, Children & OutdoorBobby Sands Memorial CupColin Valley Pitches PoleglassSemi-Finals - Monday 4th August & Tuesday 5thAugust, 7pmFinal - Friday 8th August, 7pmNow in its 20th year local talent will come together and pay tributeto Bobby Sands and his fellow hunger strikers in this esteemedsoccer competition.The Celtic Village ExperienceFalls ParkMonday 4th August – Wednesday 6th August11am – 5pmCoinciding with the Celtic feast of Lughnasa (1st August) the Celticvillage experience will include the usual fetes of workshops,enactments, story telling, music, poetry & prose, sporting activities,as well as living the experience of the Celts! The event willconclude with a major re-enactment of the ‘Cattle Raid of Cooley’on Wednesday 6th August. (See details on page 56). Performed bythe Partizan Artisans and the Clann Uladh Re-enactment & LivingHistory Group. All welcome to this free event.Daily workshops from 11am – 1pm & 2pm – 5pm onsiteSponsored by BombardierWhat’s on in West Belfast?St Mary’s UniversitySaturday 2nd August, 12 noon - 2.30pmHaving difficulty planning your Féile week? Too many choices andtoo few days? An Chultúrlann, Colin Glen Trust, Coiste PoliticalTours and other West Belfast attractions will be showcasing theirevents for the whole week.Contact Glen Phillips, Fáilte Feirste Thiar on (028) 9080 6181Introduction to Digital Media ArtsSpringvale Training Centre200 Springfield Road, BelfastTuesday 5th August - Digital Art using PhotoshopWednesday 6th August - Digital Music Mixing on Sony Acid ProThursday 7th August - Animation on Flash 12.30pm – 2.30pm dailyAre you interested in music mixing, animation or digital art? Thenthis is the taster session for you! The Computer Clubhouse is acreative learning environment where young people explore theirown interests and become confident learners through the use oftechnology. Open to young people aged 11-to-18 and there is amaximum of 12 attendees in each workshop, so booking isessential! Free Event. Contact Kevin (028) 9031 3440.Funded by the Big Lottery, in partnership with the BelfastComputer ClubhouseCorn Cuimhneacháin Bobby SandsPáirceanna Imeartha Gleann ChollainnCluichí Leathcheannais - Dé Luain 4 Lúnasa & Dé Máirt 5Lúnasa, 7pm Cluiche ceannais - Dé hAoine 8 Lúnasa, 7pmAnois sa 20ú bliain de tiocfaidh tallann áitiúil le chéile agus léireoidhsiad ómós do Bobby Sands agus na stailceoirí eile sa chomórtasardómóis seo.Eispéireas Sráidbhaile CheiltighPáirc na bhFálDé Luain 4 Lúnasa – Dé Céadaoin 6 Lúnasa11am – 5pmAg comhtharlú le féasta Ceilteach Lúnasa (1 Lúnasa) áireofar leis aneispéireas sráidbhaile Cheiltigh beidh na gnáthbhasár, ceardlanna,achtaithe, scéalaíocht, ceol, filíocht & prós, gníomhaíochtaí spóirt, chomhmaith le maireachtáil mar a mhair na Ceiltigh! Cuirfear deireadh leis anócáid seo le hathachtú ‘Táin Bó Cuailgne’ Dé Céadaoin 6 Lúnasa.Féach leathanach 56 do shonraí breise. Déanta ag Partizan Artisansagus Grúpa Athachtaithe & Stair Bheo Chlann Uladh. Fáilte roimhchách don ócáid seo saor in aisce.Ceardlanna laethúil ag 11am – 1pm & 2pm – 5pm ar suíomhUrraithe ag BombardierCad é atá ar súil i mBéal Feirste Thiar?Ollscoile Naomh MuireDé Luain 4 Lúnasa, 12 meán lae – 2.30pmAn bhfuil deacracht agat do sheachtain Féile a phleanáil? Barraíochtroghanna agus easpa laethanta? Beidh an Chultúrlann, Iontaobhas GhleannChollann,Turais Pholaitiúla Choiste agus grúpaí eile Bhéal Feirste Thiar agléiriú a n-ócáidí don tseachtain ar fad. Bí linn agus déan cinnte nachgcailleann tú rud ar bith le linn na Féile! Gabh i dteagmháil le Glen Phillips,Fáilte Feirste Thiar ar (028) 9080 6181Spléachadh ar Ealaíona Meán DigiteachIonad Oiliúna Ghleann na FoinseDé Máirt 5 Lúnasa - Ealaín Dhigiteach ag úsáid PhotoshopDé Céadaoin 6 Lúnasa - Meascadh Digiteach Ceoil ar Sony Acid ProDéardaoin 7 Lúnasa - Beochan ar Flash 12.30pm - 2.30pm go laethúil.An suim leat meascadh ceoil, beochan nó ealaín dhigiteach? Mar sin deseo an blas-seisiún duitse! Is comhshaol foghlama cruthaithí é anClubtheach Ríomhaireachta mar a dtig le daoine óga a spéiseanna féina fhiosrú agus éirí ina fhoghlaimeoir muiníneach trí theicneolaíocht aúsáid. Bíonn an Clubtheach lán de chomhshaol bríomhar le ríomhairíúrnua den scoth agus éagsúlacht bogearraí agus uirlisí teicneolaíocha.Oscailte do dhaoine óga idir 11go dtí 18 agus tá uasfhreastal de 12 ingach ceardlann, mar sin de tá áirithintí riachtanach! Imeacht saor inaisce. Gabh i dteagmháil le Kevin ag Féile d'áirithintí (028) 9031 3440.Maoinithe ag an Big Lottery, i gcomhpháirtíocht le ClubtheachRíomhaireachta Bhéal Feirstewww.feilebelfast.com55

Teaghlach, Paisti & Allamuigh Family, Children & OutdoorCelebration of Culture DayCloona House (Grounds) DunmurryTuesday 5th August, 12 noon - 4pmEntertainment by ‘McPeake Experience’ and Hugo Duncan of BBCRadio Ulster. Food and sweet stands, BBQs, Marquee, IndianDancers, Lisburn Circus and Sandy Row Cheerleaders.Music on the MetroVarious Metro routes to and from West BelfastWednesday 6th & Friday 8th August, 4pm – 7pmSaturday 9th August, 12 noon – 3pmA bus journey with a difference! Whether you’re coming back fromwork or travelling home after a hard day’s shopping you can sitback, relax and listen to session musicians as they will be aboardbuses to entertain Metro passengers with traditional Irish music.Sponsored by Metro.Health and Sports Family Fun DayWhiterock Community and Leisure CentreWednesday 6th August, 10am - 3pmOrganised by the Healthy Living Centre and Cumann Spoirt anPhobail at the Whiterock Community and Leisure Centre withAction on Disability. Sports extravaganza, bouncy castles, live music,disco, football, races. Inside the Leisure Centre from 10am - 3pmthere will be a Community Health Fayre, information stalls andcomplementary therapists and much more.Féile Challenge Gaelic FootballTournamentCasement ParkWednesday 6th August, 1pmFéile’s annual junior Gaelic football 7-a-side tournament. A fun dayof coaching, craic and competition. All children aged 10-12 yearsregardless of ability, experience or club affiliation are invited to thisevent. Free country jerseys for all participants. Booking essential.Book early to avoid disappointment! Contact Kevin on 9031 3440.Cost £1. Sponsored by O’Neills.Upper Springfield Guider RaceWhiterock Road at Leisure Centre JunctionWednesday 6th August, 4.30pmCalling all innovators…Get your thinking caps on and build the bestguider to race down the Whiterock Road to the Ballymurphy Roadjunction.The ultimate racecourse for the ultimate guider race!Prizes for first, second and third place.Lá Ceiliúrtha CultúirTeach Chluana (Talamh) Dún MuiríghDé Máirt 5 Lúnasa 12 meán lae - 4pmSiamsaíocht le ‘McPeake Experience’ agus Hugo Duncan ó Raidió UladhBBC. Seastáin Bia agus milseáin, BBQ, Mórphuball, Rinceoirí Indiacha,Sorcas Lios na gCearrbhach agus Ceannairí Misnigh Sandy Row.Ceol ar an MetroBealaí éagsúla Metro isteach agus amach as Béal FeirsteThiarDé Céadaoin 6 & Dé hAoine 8 Lúnasa 4 – 7pmDé Sathairn 9 Lúnasa, 12 méan lae – 3pmTuras bus ar leith! Is cuma cé acu atá tú ag teacht ar ais ó do chuidoibre nó ag taisteal chun an bhaile i ndiaidh lá crua oibre is féidir leatsuí siar, scíste a dhéanamh agus éisteacht le ceoltóirí seisiúin mar beidhsiad ar bord na mbusanna chun siamsa a chur ar fáil do phaisinéiríMetro le ceol traidisiúnta na hÉireann. Urraithe ag Metro.Lá Spraoi Teaghlaigh Sláinte agus SpóirtLárionad agus Sólann na Carraige BáineDé Céadaoin 6 Lúnasa, 10am - 3pmSoláthraíonn Ionad Maireachtála Sláintiúla Bharr na Carraige Báine agusCumann Spóirt an Phobail Lá Spraoi Teaghlaigh Sláinte agus Spóirt agLárionad agus Sólann na Carraige Báine le Gníomh ar Mhíchumas.Mórimeacht Spóirt, preabchaisleán, ceol beo, dioscó, peil, rásaí.Taobhistigh den tSólann ó 10am - 3pm beidh Aonach Sláinte Pobail, seastáineolais agus teiripeoirí comhlántacha agus cuid mhór eile.Comórtas peil Ghaelach Féile Páirc MhicEasmainnCéadaoin 6ú Lúnasa, 1pmComórtas bliantúil Ghaelach Féile do pháistí, seacht ar gach taobh. Lásultmhar, traenáil, craic agus iomaíocht.Tá failte roimh páistí idir 10-12bliain d’aois. Geansaí saor in aisce do gach duine a mbíonn páirteach.Caithfear seo a chur in áirithe go luath le do thoil. Go i dteaghmhail leKevin: 9031 3440. Costas £1.Urraithe ag Uí Neill.Rás Treoraí Chluanaí UachtarachBóthar na Carraige Báine ag Acomhal na SólainneDé Céadaoin 6 Lúnasa 4.30pmChugainn gach nuálaí… Bí ag smaoineamh agus tóg an treoraí is fearrle rásaíocht síos Bóthar na Carraige Báine go dtí acomhal BhótharBhaile Uí Mhurchú. An ráschúrsa is fearr don rás treoraí is fearr!Duaiseanna don chéad, dara agus tríú háit.56 www.feilebelfast.com

Teaghlach, Paisti & Allamuigh Family, Children & Outdoor‘The Cattle Raid of Cooley’ –Re-enactment!Wednesday 6th AugustAssemble Point 1 – Old Andersonstown Barracks Site,7.30pmAssemble Point 2 – Féile Office, 7.30pmThe most famous and extensive of the legends of Cúchulainn is thestory of the war fought over the Brown Bull of Cooley (Cualgne.)From major battles, to hand-to-hand warfare, to the final clashing ofthe two bulls this re-enactment will place you in ring side seats!Battles and clashes along Falls Road and outside the Park,proceeding to Celtic Village for Grande Finale. Performed by thePartizan Artisans and the Clann Uladh Re-enactment & LivingHistory Group. All welcome to this free event.International Food and Craft Fayre,St Mary’s University College,Wednesday 6th August, 4pmThis event has always been one of the highlights of Féile Week’.Sample delicious cuisines from all corners of the world and take theopportunity to purchase some local and international crafts fromIreland, Palestine, India, China, Africa, Spain and many more. Craftsinclude jewellery, hand-made handbags, ceramics, sculpted wood,henna art and much more! Sponsored by Total Produce/Fyffes.Hip Hop DanceAndersonstown Leisure CentreThursday 7th August9.30am – 5pmA competition which brings the hottest hip-hop dancers together inone large hall, so expect some world class dance offs! There arecompetitions for different age, ranges and experiences. The overallbest dancer will be crowned Féile Hip Hop Dance Champion 2008!Entry Fee and Audience Fee £7. Pay at door. Organised by Féilean Phobail in association with Spectrum Dance Events.Sponsored by Metro‘Táin Bó Cuailgne’ – Athachtú!Dé Céadaoin 6 LúnasaÁit Bhailithe 1 – Suíomh Sheanbheairic Bhaile Andarsan,7.30pmÁit Bhailithe 2 – Oifig na Féile, 7.30pmIs é an scéal faoin Tarbh Donn ó Chuailgne an finscéal is cáiliúla descéalta Chú Chulainn. Ó mhórchathanna, go cogaíocht lámh le lámh,go dtí clonscairt dhá tharbh cuirfidh an t-athachtú, gníoarna léiriú agPartizan Artisans agus Grúpa Athachtaithe & Stair Bheo ChlannUladh tú sna suíocháin is fearr! Cathanna agus troideanna fud fadBhóthar na bhFál agus taobh amuigh den Pháirc, ag dul go dtí anSráidbhaile Ceilteach don Deireadh Ollmhór. Léirithe ag PartizanArtisans agus Grúpa Athachtaithe & Stair Bheo Chlann Uladh. Fáilteroimh chách don ócáid saor in aisce seo.Aonach Bia agus Ceirde Idirnáisiúnta,Coláiste Ollscoile Naomh Muire,Dé Céadaoin 6 Lúnasa 4pmBhíodh ráchairt i gcónaí ar an ócáid seo le linn Sheachtain na Féile,mar sin cad chuige nach rachfá síos go Coláiste Ollscoile NaomhMuire agus do scíste a dhéanamh sa ghairdín, bain triail as bia ó gachcearn den domhan agus tapaigh an deis chun cuid de na ceirdeannaáitiúla agus idirnáisiúnta ó Éirinn, An India, An tSín, An Afraic, AnSpáinn agus cuid mhór eile a cheannach, i measc na ceardaíochta táseodra, málaí láimhe lámhdhéanta, ceirmeacht, adhmad dealbhaithe,ealaín hine agus cuid mhór eile! Urraithe ag Total Produce/Fyffes.Damhsa Hip HopSólann Bhaile AndarsanDéardaoin 7 Lúnasa9.30am – 5pmSeo comórtas a thugann na rinceoirí is fearr hip-hop le chéile in aonhalla mór, mar sin de bí ag súil le damhsa den scoth!! Tá comórtaisann do réimsí éagsúla aoise agus taithí. Bronnfar gradam ChuradhRince Hip Hop na Féile 2008 ar an rinceoir is fearr! Is ócáid bhliantúilí seo leis na céadta rinceoir mar sin de tar go luath nó beidh díomáort! Táille iontrála agus táille lucht féachana £7. Íoc ag an doras.Eagraithe ag Féile an Phobail, i gcomhar le Spectrum Dance Events.Urraithe ag Metrowww.feilebelfast.com57

Teaghlach, Paisti & Allamuigh Family, Children & OutdoorPOI POI and Juggling WorkshopKing Street Arts – 48 King Street, BelfastThursday 7th August, 1pm – 3pm‘Poi’ is the Maori word for ‘ball’ on a cord. Poi is a form of jugglingwhere the balls are swung around the body. The Poi was usedmany years ago by the indigenous Maori people of New Zealand.Try your hand at the Poi Poi and Juggling and see if you can matchthe feat of the Maori! Free event. Booking essential. Contact Kevin9031 3440.Puppet Show PerformancesThursday 7th August, First Show: 1.30pm & SecondShow: 2.30pmDiary Farm LibraryFalls Park (For details see Friday 8th August, below, re‘Teddy Bears’ Picnic’)Groups from the Colin Area and the Falls lend their hands, literally,at puppetry but with a difference. The Colin Area group areexploring issues that affect young people and which can lead tocontributing factors of suicidal tendencies and actions, in a firstperformance of its kind.The ‘Tar Anall’ group will be doing theirpuppet performance on the traditional-style puppet show such asPunch and Judy. Funded by the Big Lottery & Supported by thePartizan ArtisansInteractive Story telling by Stephen HallRoyal Victoria Hospital – Children’s Ward (privateshowing)Thursday 7th August, 2.30pm – 3.30pmBlackie River Centre 1pm – 2pmLegendary story teller Stephen Hall once again returns to WestBelfast with some more amazing stories, and feats of ancient mythsand legends. Plenty of stories for young and old alike, as well as achance to see this amazing illustrator at work. Free event, althoughRVH showing is for Children’s Wards only. Numbers limited forsecond showing. Contact Kevin (028) 9031 3440. For Moreinformation see: http://www.earthnativeart.co.uk/Funded by the Big Lottery in partnership with OscailtPOI POI agus CeardlannLámhchleasaíochtaEalaíona Shráid an Rí, 48 Sráid an Rí, Béal FeirsteDéardaoin 7 Lúnasa 1pm – 3pmIs focal Maorach é ‘Poi’ a chiallaíonn 'liathróid' ar chorda. Is cineállámhchleasaíochta é Poi nuair a chastar na liathróidí thart ar anchorp. D'úsáid muintir dhúchasacha na Maorach sa Nua-ShéalainnPoi é chun a solúbthacht agus a neart ina lámha agus ina ngéaga aardú agus chun comhordú a fheabhsú. Cad chuige nach mbainfeátriail as Poi Poi agus lámhchleasaíocht agus feic an bhfuil túinchurtha leis na Maoraigh! Imeacht saor in aisce. Áirithiúriachtanach. Gabh i dteagmháil le Kevin ag an Fhéile d'áirithintí9031 3440.Léiriúcháin Seó PuipéidDéardaoin 7 Lúnasa an Chéad Seó: 1.30pm & An DaraSeó: 2.30pmLeabharlann Ionad na BuaileTá grúpa Cheantar Chollann ag fiosrú ceisteanna a théann ibhfeidhm ar dhaoine óga a d’fhéadfaí cur le claontaí agusgníomhartha féinmharfacha, an chéad leiriúchán dá chineál.Déanfaidh an grúpa 'Tar Anall' a léiriúchán puipéid ar an dóighthraidisiúnta, stíl amhail Punch agus Judy, agus i measc a leiriúchánbheidh ceann á léiriú ag ‘Picnic Béiríní’.Maoinithe ag an Big Lottery & Tacaithe ag Partizan ArtisansScéalaíocht Idirghníomhach le StephenHallOtharlann Ríoga Victeoiria – Barda na bPáistí (léiriúpríobháideach)Déardaoin 7 Lúnasa 2.30pm – 3.30pmIonad Abhann Blackie1pm – 2pmTá sé ar ais arís, i mBéal Feirste Thiar, de bharr éileamh nacoitiantachta, scéalaí mór le rá Stephen Hall le roinnt eile finscéaltaiontacha agus eachtraí miotais. Cuid mhór scéalta d'óg agus d'aostaaraon, chomh maith leis an seans chun an léiritheoir iontach seo afheiceáil ag obair. Ná caill an lá seo. Imeacht saor in aisce, cé doBharda na bhPáistí amháin atá léiriú ORV. Uimhreacha teorantadon dara léiriú. Gabh i dteagmháil le Kevin d'áirithintí (028) 90313440. Chun tuilleadh eolais féach http://www.earthnativeart.co.uk/Maoinithe ag an Big Lottery agus i gcomhpháirtíocht le hOscailt58 www.feilebelfast.com

Teaghlach, Paisti & Allamuigh Family, Children & OutdoorColin Glen Treasure HuntColin Glen Forest ParkThursday 7th August, 3pmFollow the cryptic clues through the forest.The first team to solveclues and find the treasure will be crowned the winners. To enter ateam call Charlene at 9061 1176.Forum Theatre PerformanceCorpus Christie CollegeThursday 7th August, 6pmYoung people from the Westrock/Whiterock Parent and YouthSupport Group perform a piece of drama known as forum theatre.Forum Theatre is an interactive theatre also known as theatre forthe oppressed. An audience is shown a short play in which acentral character (protagonist) encounters an oppression orobstacle which s/he is unable to overcome.They will explore‘Hoods, Drugs and Mugs’ and will give an insight into how youngpeople view these issues and also give the audience an opportunityto engage directly in this very emotive topic. Free event. EveryoneWelcome. Special invite also to young people from youth groupsaged 14 years and over. Contact Kevin at Féile for booking (028)9031 3440.In partnership with the Border Arts CentreStreet TheatreAcross West Belfast / Street PartiesThursday 7th August, Friday 8th August, Saturday 9thAugustStreet theatre featuring ‘Finnegan’s Wake’ and ‘The Mummers’ willtake place throughout West Belfast from Thursday 7th Augustthrough to Saturday 10th August.Through improvisation andimmersing themselves into everyday life (without leaving character!),the performers will bring a rich and vibrant ‘instant’ drama topeople on the streets, in shopping centres, pubs, restaurants, atstreet parties and public transport!Performed by the Partizan ArtisansTóraíocht Taisce Ghleann ChollannPáirc Foraoise Ghleann ChollannDéardaoin 7 Lúnasa, 3pmLean na leideanna duaithne tríd an fhoraois. Bronnfar gradam nambuaiteoirí ar an chéad fhoireann a réitíonn na leideanna agus athagann ar an taisce. Le foireann a chur isteach glaoigh ar Charlenear 9061 1176.Gníomhartha Amharclann FóraimColáiste Chorp ChríostDéardaoin 7 Lúnasa, 6pmLéiríonn daoine óga ó Ghrúpa Tacaíochta Óige na Carraige Thiar/naCarraige Báine píosa dráma ar a dtugtar drámaíocht fóraim. Isdrámaíocht idirghníomhach é Drámaíocht Fhóraim agus tá aithneuirthi chomh maith mar dhrámaíocht dom lucht leatromach.Taispeántar dráma gairid don lucht féachana ina mbuaileann acarachtar lárnach (príomhcharachtar) le cos ar bolg nó le constaicnach féidir leis/léi a shárú. Is é an téama a fhiosróidh an ghrúpa ná‘Hoods, Drugs and Mugs’ agus tabharfaidh sé léargas maith ar andóigh a bhfeiceann daoine óga na ceisteanna úd agus tabharfaidh sédeis don lucht féachana comh maith dul i ngleic go díreach leis anábhar íogair seo. Imeacht saor in aisce. Tá fáilte roimh chách.Cuireadh speisialta do dhaoine óga ó ghrúpaí óige, 14 bliana d'aoisagus níos sine. Gabh i dteagmháil le Kevin ag an Fhéile d'áirithintí(028) 9031 3440. I comhpháirtíocht le hIonad Ealaíon na TeorannDrámaíocht SráideCóisirí Sráide ar fud Bhéal Feirste ThiarDéardaoin 7 Lúnasa, Dé hAoine 8 Lúnasa, Dé Sathairn9 LúnasaDrámaíocht Sráide ina mbeidh ‘Finnegan’s Wake’ agus ‘TheMummers’ ann fud fad Bhéal Feirste Thiar ón Déardaoin 7 Lúnasago dtí Dé Sathairn 10 Lúnasa. Tiocfaidh na haisteoirí aniar aduaidhar bhaill phobail á dtabhairt isteach go saol aiséirí choiméidigh agusMiotaseolaíocht Cheilteach. Cruthóidh na haisteoirí, trí sheiftiú agustrí iad féin a thumadh sa ghnáthshaol (gan imeacht óna gcarachtar!),dráma saibhir agus bríomhar do na daoine ar na sráideanna, inionaid siopadóireachta, i bpubanna, i mbialanna, ag cóisirí sráide agusar iompar poiblí!Arna chur i láthair ag Partizan Artisanswww.feilebelfast.com59

Teaghlach, Paisti & Allamuigh Family, Children & OutdoorSave The Black Mountain Fancy DressConcert – Western StyleSt Aidan’s Primary SchoolFriday 8th August, 12 noon – 4.30pmThe Upper Springfield Extended Schools Cluster and The ResourceCentre present a Family Fun Day, line & disco dancing, theIntervention Project’s Ultimate Computer Knock Out Games, RoadShow and bouncy castles, SUPER 4 Computer Racing Competitionand Public Art Activities, live music and residents Tug O’ War Clash.A very special children’s surprise guest and much, much more! Thisis a family day out and alcohol is not permitted.Teddy Bears’ PicnicFalls ParkFriday 8th August, 1pm – 3pmBring along those bambinos to another Féile ‘Party in the Park’Games, puppet shows, workshops, face painting and more. Bring apacked lunch. Some goodies will be provided. (If the weather ispoor the Falls Park has kindly allowed us to use its Bowling Pavilionfor the Picnic.) Sponsored by Metro.Latin Drum WorkshopKing Street Arts – 48 King Street BelfastFriday 8th August, 1pm – 3pmThis workshop gives you the opportunity to sample a wide rangeof drums and percussion instruments. Book early to enjoy thisworkshop with Vicente Ziritt from Venezuela. Drums and percussionare supplied but you are welcome to bring your own percussioninstruments. No experience necessary. Free event. Bookingessential. Contact Kevin at Féile for booking (028) 9031 3440.Féile In the KitchenSt. Dominic’s Grammar SchoolFriday 8th August , 1.30pmJim Moran, one of the most acclaimed Chefs in the City, is bringinghis distinct culinary mastery to celebrate Féile’s 20th. Jim will designan innovative three course meal. A chef with attitude, Jim will beready to entertain the audience with his strong opinions on foodand cooking. Sponsored by Westwood Shopping Centre.Coirmcheol Culaith Bhréige Sábháil anSliabh Dubh – Stíl an IarthairBunscoil Naomh AodhánDé hAoine 8 Lúnasa, 12 meán lae - 4.30pmCuireann Cnuasghrúpaí Scoileanna Forleathnaithe ChluanaíUachtarach agus an tÁis-Ionad Lá Spraoi Teaghlaigh i láthair inambeidh, damhsa líne & damhsa dioscó, Cluichí iontacha Buille ScoirRíomhaireachta an Tionscadail Idirghabhála, Ródseó aguspreabchaisleáin, comórtas Rásaíochta Ríomhaireachta Sár-4 de chuidIontaobhas Forbartha Chluanaí Uachtarach & Spóirt Spraoi,Gníomhaíochtaí Ealaíne Poiblí an Iontaobhais, ceol beo agus TarraingtTéide cónaitheoirí agus aoi iontach an-speisialta do pháistí agus ibhfad i bhfad níos mó! Is lá teaghlaigh seo agus níl alcól ceadaithe.Picnic BéiríníPáirc na bhFálDé hAoine 8 Lúnasa, 1.00pm – 3.00pmTabhair leat na páistí siúd chuig ‘Cóisir sa Pháirc’ eile na Féile dóibhsiúd faoi 5 bliana d'aois amháin ar mhaith leo suí agus scíste aghlacadh ag Picnic Béiríní. Gan ach cúpla rud a ainmniú beidh cluichí,seónna puipéid, ceardlanna, péinteáil aghaidheanna ann. Níl de dhíthort ach páiste faoi 5 bliana d'aois, béirín, blaincéad agus lón pacáilte.Cuirfear cuid dea-rudaí ar fáil. (Má bhíonn drochaimsir ann thugPáirc na bhFál cead dúinn a Phailliún Bollaí a úsáid don Phicnic.)Urraithe ag Metro.Ceardlann Druma LaidinighEalaíona Shráid an Rí – 48 Sráid an Rí Béal FeirsteDé hAoine 8 Lúnasa, 1pm – 3pmTugann an cheardlann seo faill duit triail a bhaint as réimse leathandrumaí agus cnaguirlisí. Cuir áit in áirithe go luath chun sult a bhaintas an cheardlann seo le Vicente Ziritt ó Veiniséala.Tá drumaí aguscnaguirlisí soláthraithe ach tá fáilte romhat do chuid cnaguirlisí féin athabhairt leat. Níl taithí riachtanach. Imeacht saor in aisce. Áirithiúriachtanach. Gabh i dteagmháil le Kevin d'áirithintí (028) 9031 3440.An Fhéile sa ChistinNaomh DominicDé hAoine 8 Lúnasa, 1.30pmIs é Jim Moran duine de na príomhchócairí is mó clú sa Chathair.Tugann sé leis a mháistreacht cócaireachta chun 20ú bliain na Féile acheiliúradh agus ba mhaith leis do chuideachta, le linn dó a shaineolascócaireachta idirnáisiúnta a léiriú, cruthóidh Jim béile corraitheachcruthaitheach nuálach trí chúrsa. Is príomhchócaire le dearcadh arleith agus is cinnte go gcuirfidh sé siamsa ar fáil don lucht féachanalena thuairimí láidre ar a phaisean a roinnt, is é sin bia maithullmhaithe go maith. Urraithe ag Lárionad Siopadóireachta nahIarchoille.60 www.feilebelfast.com

Teaghlach, Paisti & Allamuigh Family, Children & OutdoorLá GAACasement Park Saturday 9th August, 9am – 6pmA day of family participation in GAA events. Age groups involved:U10, U12 & Senior. Programme of events is kicked off with a Féileparade of Juvenile teams organising at Naomh Pól GAC, ShawsRoad Shops at 9am. The parade will be led to Casement by a localflute/pipe band, with each participating club wearing and carryingtheir club colours as well as a Féile banner/float.U10 Hurling & Football Games – Clubs arrive between 9.45am –10.00am with the first games of the day, U10 Hurling and Football,commencing at 10.15am – 10.30am. Each participating clubrepresented by one hurling and one football team (9- or 11-a-side).Games played using the GO-GAMES format with 4 groupscompeting. Finish – 1pm.U12 Skills Competition –Skills competition for U12 Footballers andHurlers at 1.30pm. Each participating club will select onerepresentative for football and hurling to compete in the skillscompetition, lasting approximately 1 hour (2.30pm).Break for approximately 45 minutes – 1 hour (on pitchentertainment by local dancers, musicians).Senior Game/Féile Cup - Following the break, two top teams (Clubor County) will compete in a Féile Cup (Hurling or Football), withall the Juveniles and families from the morning experiencing a ‘BigMatch’ game and associated atmosphere.Evening events – GAA Quiz with club teamsSponsored by O’Neill.Páirc Mhic Ásmaint Dé Sathairn 9 Lúnasa, 9am - 6pmLá rannpháirtíocht teaghlaigh in imeachtaí CLG. Aoisghrúpaí páirteach:Faoi 10, faoi 12 & Sinsearach. Cuirfear tús leis an chlár le paráid naFéile le foirne Sóisearacha socraithe ag CLG Naomh Pól, SiopaíBhóthar Seoighe ag 9am. Treoróidh buíon fliúite/píobáin an pharáidchuig Páirc Mhic Ásmaint, agus dathanna a gclub á chaitheamh agus áiompar ag gach club rannpháirteach chomh maith le meirge/flóta naFéile.Cluichí Iománaíochta & Peile – Faoi 10 Bainfidh clubanna Páirc MhicÁsmaint amach ar 9.45am – 10.00am leis an chéad chluiche den lá,Cluichí Iománaíochta agus Peile- Faoi 10, ag tosú ar 10.15am –10.30am. Beidh ionadaíocht de fhoireann amháin iománaíochta aguspeile ag gach club (9- nó 11-a-taobh). Úsáidfear formáid CLUICHE-GOle 4 grúpa in iomaíocht. Deireadh – 1pm.Comórtas Scileanna – Faoi 12 Beidh comórtas scileanna ann dopheileadóirí agus d'iománaithe Faoi 12 ag 1.30pm. Roghnóidh gach clubrannpháirteach aon ionadaíoch don pheil agus don iománaíocht le dulsan iomaíocht sa chomórtas scileanna a mhairfidh timpeall is 1 uair achloig (2.30pm).Sos ar feadh timpeall is 45 bomaite – 1 uair a chloig (siamsaíocht ar anpháirc le rinceoirí, ceoltóirí áitiúla).Cluiche Sinsearach/Corn na Féile - I ndiaidh an tsosa, rachaidh an dáfhoireann is fearr san iomaíocht i gCorn na Féile (Iománaíocht nó Peil),leis na hÓgánaigh agus teaghlaigh ón mhaidin ag baint suilt as 'CluicheMór' agus as an atmaisfeár sin. Ócáidí na hoíche – Tráth na gceist CLGle foirne club Urraithe ag O’Neill.www.feilebelfast.com61

Teaghlach, Paisti & Allamuigh Family, Children & OutdoorLadies Football TournamentSt. Galls GACSaturday 9th August, Juvenile Competition 2pm &Senior Competition 5pmLadies football is the fastest growing sport in Ireland andCumann Naomh Gall will be doing their bit to further thedevelopment of this sport in Antrim by holding two ‘SevenAside’ tournaments at the club’s pitches on this day, followed bya BBQ.The competitions will be in memory of SiobhanO’Hanlon who died of breast cancer in 2006 and whose sonCormac and husband Pat are members of Naomh Gall. Siobhanwas a woman of great fortitude, worked tirelessly on behalf ofothers and it is fitting that her memory is honoured in this way.Siobhan was also a long-standing member of Féile’s managementcommittee and played an active role in the development of Féileas a member of its committee. It is also hoped to raiseawareness of issues about cancer on this day.Sponsored by Pretty in Pink (breast cancer charity)Twinbrook Soapbox RaceTwinbrook RoadSaturday 9th August, 12.30pmJoin in Colin’s first soapbox derby down the Twinbrook Road.Prizes will be presented for the best soapbox and the fastest!Followed by presentations and family fun day. £5 per soapbox.To enter, call Charlene at 9061 1176.Annual Poc FadaMeet Rossa HouseSaturday 9th August, 1.30pm(1pm Crash course for beginners)People of all abilities (even if you have never held a hurl before)are encouraged to come and join trained sports people to seewho can travel around Falls Park in the least number of pocs. A30 minute crash course for beginners will be provided. Prizesfor the best hurler, camog, U16 hurler and U16 camog.Refreshments and entertainment in Rossa House . Everyonewelcome! Organised by O’Donovan Rossa GAC in associationwith Féile an Phobail. Free Event. Sponsored by Setanta Hurls.Comórtas péile na mbanCumann Lúthchleas Gael Naomh GallSatharn 9ú Lúnasa, Comórtas do pháistí 2pm &Comórtas sinsearach 5pmIs é péil na mban an spórt is gáiste ag fás i nÉireann agus beidhCumann Naomh Gall ag deánamh a seacht ndícheall seo a fhorbairtin Aontroim, trí seacht comórtas a bheith ann ar an lá seo agus bbqina dhiadh. Beidh na comórtas i gcuimhne Siobhan O’Hanlon a fuairbás le ailse i 2006, tá Cormac a mhac agus Pat a fear chéile beirtmar bhall den cumann. Ba bean láidir í Siobhan, a d’obair go crua arson daoine eile agus is mar sin de is ceart agus is cóir an cuimhneata againn uirthi a ceilriú sa dóigh seo. Bhí Siobhan ina ball de coistebainsteoireacht Féile le tamaill fada agus bhí sí gníomhach ibhforbairt Féile.Tá súil againn fósta go dtugtar breis eolais dondhaoine ar ailse ar an lá seo.Urraithe ag Pretty in PinkRás Crannóg Gaotaireachta Chill UaigheBóthar Chill UaigheDé Sathairn 9 Lúnasa, 12.30pmBí páirteach sa chéad rás chrannóg gaotaireachta síos Bóthar ChillUaighe. Bronnfar duaiseanna don chrannóg gaotaireachta is fearragus is gasta! Ina dhiaidh seo beidh bronnadh duaiseanna agus láspraoi teaghlaigh. £5 gach crannóg gaotaireachta. Le páirt a ghlacadhsa rás crannóg gaotaireachta, glaoigh ar Charlene ag 9061 1176.Poc Fada BliantúilTeacht le chéile ag Teach RosaDé Sathairn 9 Lúnasa, 1.30pm(1pm Grodchúrsa do bhunfhoghlaimeoirí)Spreagtar daoine ag gach leibhéal cumais (fiú amháin dá mba rud énach raibh camán i do lámh riamh) le teacht agus páirt a ghlacadh lehoidí traenáilte spóirt le feiceáil cé is féidir leis taisteal thart ar Pháircna bhFál leis an líon is lú buillí. Cuirtear grodchúrsa 30 bomaite arfáil do bhunfhoghlaimeoirí roimh an chomórtas. Duaiseanna doniománaí, imreoir camógaíochta, is fearr, iománaí faoi 16 agus imreoircamógaíochta faoi 16. Smailceacha agus siamsaíocht ar fáil i dTeachRosa i ndiaidh an chomórtais. Tá fáilte roimh chách! Socraithe agCLG Uí Dhonnabháin Rosa i gcomhar le Féile an Phobail. Imeachtsaor in aisce. Urraithe ag Setanta Hurls.62 www.feilebelfast.com

Teaghlach, Paisti & Allamuigh Family, Children & OutdoorAfrican DrumCircleKing Street Arts – 48 King StreetBelfastSaturday 9th August, 1pm – 3pmDrum Circles have been described as“offering equality because there is nohead or tail.” It includes people of all ages.The main objective is to share rhythm andget in tune with each other andthemselves. Sample this first hand withmaster drummer Marty Nsiah fromGhana. All drums supplied. Noexperience necessary. Free event.Booking essential. Contact Kevin90313440.CiorcalDruma nahAfraiceEalaíona Shráid an Rí – 48 Sráidan Rí Béal FeirsteDé Sathairn 9 Lúnasa, 1pm - 3pmCuireadh síos ar Chiorcail Druma mar“comhionannas a thairg toisc nach bhfuilceann nó eireaball leis. Cuireann sédaoine ó gach aoisghrúpa san áireamh. Is éan príomhsprioc atá aige ná rithim aroinnt agus dul i dtiúin le daoine eile agusleo féin. Cad chuige nach dtapófar an deisseo leis an drumamháistir Marty Nsiah óGhána? Gach druma soláthraithe. Níltaithí riachtanach. Imeacht saor in aisce.Áirithiú riachtanach. Gabh i dteagmháil leKevin d'áirithintí (028) 90313440.www.feilebelfast.com63

Tours and WalksTOURS ANDWALKSCoiste Political Walking ToursMeet at Divis Tower, daily 11am & 2pm (2pm Only onSunday) Saturday 2nd August – Sunday 10th AugustCoiste Political Walking Tours provide in-depth tours of WestBelfast. See the authentic sites of historical and political interest withmembers of the Irish Republican ex-prisoner community as trainedtour guides.Into the West – Taxi TraxKing Street, BelfastSaturday 2nd August – Sunday 10th August, All DayWhy not take a Taxi Trax tour and enjoy an excellent customisedtour at an excellent rate. We have many different tours that can bededicated to your needs.Take a journey up the Falls Road todiscover the political, historical, cultural, landmark and environmentalbackground of West Belfast.Contact: Taxi Trax on (028) 9031 5777 (9am - 4pm); or, 07892716 660 (out of office hours).Tour of Republican GravesMilltown CemeteryMonday 4th August – Friday 8th August, 11 - 1pmPádraic McCotter of Coiste na n-Iarchimi [ex-prisoners’ group] givesa wide-ranging tour and historical talk about republican history andthose from Belfast – including hunger strikers Bobby Sands, JoeMcDonnell and Kieran Doherty. £5 per person.Bookings - Tel (028) 9020 0770, or Pádraic at 07724 248 431.Turais Siúil Pholaitiúla de chuid ChoisteAg teacht le chéile ag Túr Dubhaoise, go laethúil ag11am & 2pm (2pm amháin Dé Domhnaigh)Dé Sathairn 2 Lúnasa – Dé Domhnaigh 10 LúnasaTugann Turais Siúil Pholaitiúla de chuid Choiste an-eolas ar BhéalFeirste Thiar. Féach ar na fíorláithreáin stairiúla agus pholaitiúla lebaill phobal iarchimí na bPoblachtach mar threoraithe oilte turais.Isteach san Iarthar – Taxi TraxSráid an Rí, Béal FeirsteDé Sathairn 2 Lúnasa – Dé Domhnaigh 10 Lúnasa, AnLá ar FadCad chuige nach nglacfá turas Taxi Trax le linn sheachtain na Féilechun turas iontach saindeartha mar is mian leat é ar ráta ar dóigh.Tá cuid mhór turas difriúil againn chomh maith a bheadh dírithe ardo riachtanais. Léim isteach i dtacsaí dubh agus bíodh turas agatsuas Bóthar na bhFál chun teacht ar Bhéal Feirste Thiar agus achúlra cháiliúil, polaitiúil, stairiúil, cultúrtha agus comhshaoil.Gabh i dteagmháil le: Taxi Trax ar (028) 9031 5777 (9am - 4pm);nó, 07892 716 660 (taobh amuigh d’uaireanta oifige).Turas ar Uaigheanna PoblachtachaReilig Bhaile an MhuilinnDé Luain 4 Lúnasa - Dé hAoine 8 Lúnasa 11am – 1pmPádraic McCotter ó Choiste na nIarchimí a thugann turasfadréimseach agus caint stairiúil faoi stair phoblachtach agus fúthusiúd ó Bhéal Feirste – stailceoirí ocrais Bobby Sands, Joe McDonnellagus Kieran Doherty san áireamh - a fuair bás sa streachailt ar sonshaoirse na hÉireann. £5 an duine.Áirithintí - Teil: (028) 9020 0770, nó Pádraic ag 07724 248 431.64 www.feilebelfast.com

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Tours and WalksCoiste Political BusTour of WestBelfast and ShankillStarting Point: Art Shop, Falls RoadMonday 4th, Wednesday, 6th, Friday 8th and Saturday9th August 1pm (lasts approx 3 hours)Coiste Political Tours provide in-depth tours of West Belfast and theShankill with trained guides from both communities. See theauthentic sites of historical and political interest with representativesfrom both areas, starting in West Belfast and then swapping atLanark Way Peace Line for a tour of the Shankill. £10 per person.Booking preferred but not essential. Contact 028 9020 0770Sponsored by Metro.Turas Bus PolaitiúlFaoin Iarthar ag CoisteBéal Feirste agus an Sean ChoillÁit tosaithe: Siopa Ealaínne, Bóthar na bhFálDé Luain 4, Dé Céadaoin 6, Dé hAoine 8, Dé Sathairn 9Lúnasa 1pm (ar feadh thart fá 3 uair a chloig)Cuireann Turas Polaitiúl Coiste turas domhan de Iarthar Bhéal Feirsteagus an Sean Choill le treoraí ón dhá pobal.Tchí suíomheanna de suimpolaitiúl agus stairiúl le muintir ón dhá ceantar, ag toiseacht in IartharmBéal Feirste agus ag athrú ag Lanark Way Peace Line ar son turas denSean Choill. £10 an duine. Áirithint maith ach chán de dhíth. Dul iteagmhail le 028 9020 0770. Urraithe ag Metro.66 www.feilebelfast.com

Tours and WalksThe Jewish Burial GroundCity Cemetery, Meet at GatesMonday 4th August, 11.30am – 12.30pmFor many years the old Jewish cemetery, dating from 1871 andlocated half-way up the City Cemetery close to the WhiterockRoad, has been in a state of disrepair and has been vandalised.However, Belfast City Council and the small Jewish community arecurrently restoring the burial grounds. Lord Mayor of Belfast, TomHartley, in his book ‘Written in Stone’, has highlighted theimportance of the site to the diverse history of the city and itspeople.This tour is based on a talk he gave to the Belfast HebrewCongregation at its synagogue, earlier this year.The Battle of Glentaisie TourBus leaves An Cultúrlann, 9.30am and returns at3.30pmTuesday 5th AugustSpend a day in the idyllic Antrim Glens, following the dramatic riseof the MacDonnells of Antrim during the 16th century. We willfollow their early conflicts to wrest the upper glens from theMacQuillans in 1565. In the course of this we will visit the sites ofthese battles and the MacDonnell Castle at Glenarm, Red Bay andCastle Cara by Cushendun where Shane was assassinated by hisMacDonnell hosts. Cost £25. Cost includes bus, tour guides andrefreshments. Booking: deposits must be paid in advance at AnCultúrlann. Contact Martin or Jack - Tel (028) 9059 6217 or visitwww.irishhistoricaltours.comThe 1798 Rebellion TourBus leaves An Cultúrlann at 9.30am and returns at3.30pmSaturday 9th AugustIn 1798 the ideals of the French Revolution were adopted by theUnited Irishmen and fanned into armed revolt. A guided tour of thelocations associated with the 1798 Rebellion.Visit the graves,monuments, meeting places and battle grounds. Retrace the storyof historic events in Antrim and Down. Cost £25. Cost includesbus, tour guides and refreshments.Booking: deposits must be paid in advance at An Cultúrlann.Contact Martin or Jack - Tel (028) 9059 6217 or visitwww.irishhistoricaltours.comIonad Adhlactha na nGiúdachReilig na Cathrach, teacht le chéile ag na GeataíDé Luain 4 Lúnasa, 11.30am – 12.30pmLe blianta anuas bhí drochbhail ar an tseanreilig Ghiúdach, a théannsiar go dtí 1871 agus atá suite leath bealaigh i lár Reilig na Cathrachcóngarach do Bhóthar na Carraige Báine, agus rinneadh cuid mhórdamáiste di. Bíodh sin mar atá, tá Comhairle Cathrach Bhéal Feirsteagus an pobal Giúdach ag athchóiriú an ionaid adhlactha faoi láthair.I leabhar Ardmhéara Bhéal Feirste,Tom Hartley, Written in Stone,thug sé chun solais an tábhacht a théann leis an ionad mar chuid destair ilghnéitheach na cathrach agus a muintire.Tá turas anArdmhéara bunaithe ar chaint a thug sé os comhair PhobalEabhrach Bhéal Feirste ina sionagóg ar Bhóthar Somerton, níosluaithe i mblianaTuras Chath Ghleann TaiseFágann an bus ón Chultúrlann, 9.30am agus filleann séar 3.30pmDé Máirt 5 LúnasaCaith lá i nGleannta Aontroma galánta, i ndiaidh teacht i réimdrámata Mhic Dhónaill Aontroma le linn an 16ú haois. Leanfaimid agcoimhlintí luatha chun na gleannta uachtaracha a bhaint demhuintir Mhic Uilín sa bhliain 1565. Le linn an ama seo tabharfaimidcuairt ar laithreáin chatha agus ar Chaisleán Mhic Dhónaill agGleann Arma, Cuan Dearg agus Caisleán Cara ag Bun AbhannDuinne inar dúnmharaíodh Shone ag muintir Mhic Dhónaill. Costas£25. Clúdaithe sna costais tá an bus, treoraithe turais agussmailceanna. Áirithintí: is gá éarlaisí a íoc roimh ré ag an Chultúrlann.Gabh i dteagmháil le Martin nó Jack - Teil: (028) 9059 6217 nótabhair cuairt ar www.irishhistoricaltours.comTuras Reibiliúin 1798Fágann an bus an Chultúrlann ar 9.3am agus filleann séar 3.30pmDé Sathairn 9 LúnasaI 1798 ghlac na hÉireannaigh Aontaithe le hidéil Réabhlóid naFraince agus thosaigh siad éirí amach armtha.Turas treoraithe ar nahionaid a bhaineann le Reibiliún 1798.Tabhair cuairt ar nahuaigheanna, séadchomhartha, áiteanna cruinnithe agus talamhcatha. Gabh siar ar na hócáidí stairiúla in Aontroim agus i gcontae anDúin. Costas £25. Clúdaithe sna costais tá an bus, treoraithe turaisagus smailceanna.Áirithintí: is gá éarlaisí xx a íoc roimh ré ag an Chultúrlann. Gabh idteagmháil le Martin nó Jack - Teil: (028) 9059 6217 nó tabhaircuairt ar www.irishhistoricaltours.comwww.feilebelfast.com67

Tours and WalksEamonn Maguire’sBlack Mountain WalkMeet at Teach na Féile (festival office), 473 Falls Roadat 9.30amSunday 10th AugustA walking tour led by bodhrán maker, sculptor and artist, EamonnMaguire. The Black Mountain stands at 390 metres (1,275ft) andhelps form the dramatic backdrop to the city of Belfast.The BelfastMountains offer stunning views across Ireland, the coast of England,Scotland and the Isle of Man.The mountains are home to a host ofwildlife and archaeological remains. Suitable outdoor clothing andfootwear are essential! Please bring a packed lunch and a camera!Soup, sandwiches and session music afterwards in The Farmers Inn.The return bus will collect walkers at the Farmers Inn at 5.30pm.Sponsored by MetroSiúlóid an tSléibheDhuibh le ÉamannMag UidhirTeacht le chéile ag Teach na Féile, 473 Bóthar na bhFálar 9.30amDé Domhnaigh 10 LúnasaTuras siúil faoi threoir Éamainnnn Mhig Uidhir déantóir bodhráin,dealbhóir agus ealaíontóir.Tá Sliabh Dubh 390 méadar (1,275troigh) in airde agus é mar chuid de chúlra maorga chathair BhéalFeirste.Tá radharcanna iontacha ar fud na hÉireann ó ShléibhteBhéal Feirste, ar chosta Shasana, ar Albain agus ar Oileán Mhanann.Is gnáthóg iad na sléibhte do réimse leathan fiadhúlra agus is ann atáiarsmaí seandálaíochta.Tabharfaidh an tírdhreach éagsúilseandálaíochta deis do na coisithe radharcanna sciamhacha afheiceáil ar shráidbhailte dearmadta, easanna ceobhránacha agusceapacha fiáine nádúrtha báite i níos mó ná céad bliain de stair. Is gáfeisteas oiriúnach allamuigh agus coisbheart a chaitheamh! Tabhairleat lón pacáilte agus ceamara! Anraith, ceapairí agus seisiún ceoil saFarmers Inn ina dhiaidh. Baileoidh an bus fillte coisithe ag anFarmers Inn ar 5.30pm.Urraithe ag Metro68 www.feilebelfast.com

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Ar Fud an Phobail Across the Commuinity70 www.feilebelfast.comBeechmount Talent ShowSt Mary’s University CollegeSaturday 2nd August, 7pm - 9pmOld crooners and young people with starsin their eyes, short film-makers, minimalistdrama writers and music makers - will beinvited to compete with each other to seewho is the most talented in Beechmount!Admission £2.50. For more informationcontact Blackie River Community Groupon 9031 9634.An Ealú MorAndersonstown Social ClubSaturday 2nd August, 8pm - LateOn its 25th Anniversary the Great Escapeof 1983 when 38 Republican prisonersescaped from the H Blocks is recalled.Admission £5. Pay at door.Choral Mass to mark theopening of FestivitiesSt. Peter’s Cathedral, Falls RoadSunday 3rd August, 11amA Mass to celebrate the opening offestivitiesGlenard Folk with JohannMichael Dwyers GACSunday 3rd August, afternoonHailing from Ardoyne and entertainingaudiences for over 20 years.Tea Dance with music ofthe 1940sFruithill Bowling ClubSunday 3rd August, 8pmIf you remember the rumba, the foxtrot,the pride of Erin, the tango and thejitterbug, step back in time to Belfast musichalls of the 1940s.Gort na Móna CLG CúlCampPáirc Mhic Ionnrachtaigh, Gort naMóna CLGMonday 4th August - Friday 8thAugust, 9.30am - 2pmA week-long of fun and GAA skilldevelopmentfor kids through qualitycoaching and games. Hurling, football andcamogie. £30 per child for the week; £75for a family of three. Price includes jersey,socks, shorts, bag and water bottle. Limitedspaces available: contact Rónán Ó Scolláinon 0770 7947394.Colin DandersColin Neighbourhood Partnership(back of Diary Farm centre)Monday 4th August, 10amMeet at the Colin NeighbourhoodPartnership at 10am to go out and meetnew friends and enjoy the craic. A greatway to get fit! Contact UmbertoScappaticci on 9062 3813.Lark in the Park!Springhill ParkMonday 4th August, 12 noon - 4pmSupported by Belfast City Council, CorpusChristi Youth Centre will, in partnershipwith the local residents’ committees,provide a ‘celebration of youth’ in the formof a carnival day for young people aged 5-15 years-of-age.Cloona Fun Day!Cloona Oasis CentreMonday 4th August, 12 noon - 4pmCome along and join the Colin Fun Daywith The McPeake Experience, IndianDancers, Lisburn Circus and face painting,Comber Ulster, Irish, Scotch and traditionalmusic. Join Tony Roomo and comparegolden oldies music with a bouncy castle,food, candy floss and much more! Therewill also be a Jumble Sale! If you wouldlike to set up a stall contact Cloona OasisCentre on 9061 1147.Féile FM 103.2 – OscailtRadio SlotMonday 4th August, 12.30pm –1.30pm

Ar Fud an Phobail Across the CommuinityParty in the Park!Springhill ParkMonday 4th August, 12.30pm –4:30pmThe Upper Springfield Resource Centre &Springhill Residents Association, inconjunction with Belfast City Council Parks,presents, ‘Party in the Park’! Children’s- andfamily-fun events in Springhill Park with avariety of sports, bouncy castles, music, kids’corner with magician, Crazy Olympics andGames, and much more. Alcohol is notpermitted.Drama WorkshopDivis Community CentreMonday 4th August, 2pm – 5pmIMPACT (Inclusive Model of Partnershipagainst Car Theft) is facilitating a dramaworkshop for young people between 12 –14 year old focusing on the issue of carcrime and how it affects people in thecommunity.Youth groups particularlywelcome, light refreshments provided. 40 –50 free places. Contact 9062 7321.Craic Agus CeolWhiterock LibraryMonday 4th August, 7pm – 8pmWhiterock Library presents a celebration ofIrish traditional music, poetry and food.Music by musicians from AndersonstownSchool of Music. Local poets GerryArmstrong and Kevin McMullan will read aselection of Irish poetry, old and new.Teddy Bear PicnicTullymore Community CentreMonday 4th AugustFor more information contact: 9062 2201.Bowls Finale (part ofOscailt programme)Montague CentreTuesday 5th August, 1.30pmInvolving the members of the MontagueCentre.Guided Tour of St Peter’sCathedral OrganSt Peter’s Cathedral, Falls RoadTuesday 5th August, 2pmSt. Peter’s Cathedral’s new Director ofMusic, Nigel McClintock, will give a whistlestoptour of the fabulous new organ in theCathedral.Tom Cox AwardMacBride Centre (Conway Mill)Education FloorTuesday 5th August, 2.30pmAnnual Award, commemorating the life andwork of the author and playwright.Annual Senior CitizensFestivalSliabh Dubh PubTuesday 5th August, 3pm – 7pmThe Upper Springfield Resource Centre’sAnnual Senior Citizens’ Festival celebratesthe 20th Féile Birthday Party in Sliabh DubhPub with entertainment, a quiz, a sing song,free ballots, buffet, and loads more.Colin Fun Run (In aid ofCancer Research)Dairy Farm CentreTuesday 5th August, 7pmStarting and finishing at Dairy Farm Centre,the Run makes its way around the Colinarea for a total of 3 miles. Come along andwalk, jog or run: route prizes for all! Formore information contact UmbertoScappaticci on 9062 3813.Common Mistakes in IrishGort na Mona GACTuesday 5th August, 9pmMeancóga Coitianta sa Ghaeilge –common mistakes in Irish. A wry look atIrish. Followed by a traditional session.A Talk about 1920’swww.feilebelfast.com71

Ar Fud an Phobail Across the CommuinityBelfast and the McMahonMurdersGort na Mona GACTuesday 5th August, 9pmHistorian Joe Baker talks about thepogroms of Belfast in the 1920s and theMcMahon Family murder.Street Teams FootballGlassmullin PitchesTuesday 5th AugustCome along with your street team and joinin for an exciting tournament.For more information contact: 9062 2201.Family Sports DayGlassmullin PitchesWednesday 6th August, 11amJoin Tullymore Community Centre atGlassmullin pitches. Events for all ages.Contact: 9062 2201.Tea Dance (part of Oscailtprogramme)Bostock HouseWednesday, 6th August, 1pmEnjoy an afternoon of toe tapping swing,foxtrots, quicksteps, tangos and cha-chachas.£3 admission, Pay at the door.All Ability Sports Day +BBQBrook Activity CentreWednesday 6th August, 2pmAll-ability sports day for young people withand without disabilities. For moreinformation contact Umberto Scappaticcion 9062 3813.Skittles Final (part ofOscailt programme)Montague Day CentreWednesday, 6th August, 2pm –2.30pmColin Martyrs CupBrook Activity Centre Astro PitchesWednesday 6th – Saturday 9thAugust, 3pm – 5pmPlace a team in the under 16s, under 14s,under 12s and under 10s. Please note thatall teams must be accompanied by an adult.£5 per team. To book a place contact: Samor Bap on 9061 1176.Annual Plastic and RubberBullet VigilSite of former Andersonstown RoadBarracksWednesday 6th August, 6pmIn memory of all of those killed as a resultof the use of plastic bullets and in solidaritywith those who still bear the scars from theinjuries inflicted this annual vigil is not only areflection on the horror of our past it is avital reminder of the importance of humanrights’ standards in current methods ofpolicing.Pensioners Bus Run toNewryLeaves from Tullymore CommunityCentreThursday 7th AugustArdán Raidió Fáilte: TheGaeltacht Civil RightsMovementGerard Dillon Gallery, An CultúrlannWednesday 6th August, 7pmRaidió Fáilte presents a number of speakerswho have been involved in the GaeltachtCivil Rights Movement to discuss thecampaign.Colin Festival ParadeJunction of Twinbrook andStewartstown RoadThursday 7th August, 1pmParade will leave the junction of Twinbrookand Stewartstown Road and make its wayup the road in a sea of colour to the DairyFarm Centre. Please note: participants inthe parade should arrive at the entrance toTwinbrook at 12.15pm for preparation.Contact John Paul Russell on 9062 3813.Colin’s Got TalentColin Neighbourhood Partnership(Back of Diary Farm Centre)Thursday 7th August, After ColinFestival ParadeDo you have what it takes to get the crowdgoing? Then we’re looking for you! Colin’sGot Talent will follow on from the ColinFestival Parade. Contact ColinNeighbourhood Partnership 9062 3813.Please note that spaces are limited.Meet the VictoriansSuffolk LibraryThursday 7th August, 2pm – 3pmMarian Ferguson from the Ulster Museumprovides an opportunity to handle differenttypes of evidence from the Victorian periodincluding photographs, clothes, toys and arange of household objects. Suitable for allthe family. For information, phone 90509234.Music at the MemorialBallymurphy Memorial GardenThursday 7th August, 5.30pm –6.30pmGreater Ballymurphy ex-PrisonersAssociation presents ‘Music at theMemorial’ in memory of the people andpatriots of the area who died as a result ofthe conflict. Singer – Ray McAreavey, Cub &friends. For more details contact: CubMcCullough - 9058 5755In MemoryCorpus Christi, SpringhillThursday 7th August, 7pmThis week sees the anniversaries of manypeople killed during our conflict. During theweek of 9th August 1971 eleven peoplewere killed in Ballymurphy by the ParachuteRegiment, leaving behind large broken-72 www.feilebelfast.com

Ar Fud an Phobail Across the Commuinityhearted families. Every year these familieshave organised a memorial Mass.This yearthey are inviting all of those killed due tostate violence during the conflict to jointhem and bring a flower to remember theirloved one whose name will be recorded onthe night.Pike Men (Folk)Michael Dwyers GACThursday 7th August, 8pm – LateThe Pike Men with a great range of jazz,blues and folk, featuring Ray McAreavey,Noel Barr, Dominic McShane, and JohnFitzpatrick.Grand GAA QuizSt. Galls GACThursday 7th August, 8.30pmHow wide is your knowledge of the GAA,past and present? This will be open to anyGAA clubs who wish to enter a teamconsisting of three people, with substantialprize money on offer to the first threeteams. An entry per team is required.Fun Day in LagmoreChrist the Redeemer Car parkFriday 8th August, 12 noon – 3pmInflatables, face painting, games and muchmore! All residents are encouraged to havetheir own street party on Saturday 9thAugust to coincide with the Féileprogramme.Fun Day at TullymoreTullymore Community CentreFriday 8th August, 12pmCome along for a fantastic fun day atTullymore Community Centre! TreasureHunt at 12pm. BBQ and Disco at 5pm! AHealth Day will also take place during thisweek. For information on the above phone9062 2201.Bi-lingual Story TimeAndersonstown LibraryFriday 8th August, 3pmA special story time and crafts in Englishand Irish for children aged under 8.Ray McAreavey + SpecialGuestsMichael Dwyers GACFriday 8th August, 8pm - LateAnnual Fancy DressWestern Style HoedownNightSliabh Dubh PubFriday 8th August, 8pm - LateIn aid of Action Disability, celebrating Féile’s20th Birthday and the best of the VillageEejits. Tickets £4. Contact 9058 5755.History of GAA clubs inBelfastSt. Galls GACFriday 8th August, 8.30pmHistory of the current and former GAAclubs throughout Belfast.The William Hill OpenSingle StablefordColin Valley Golf Club c/o ColinValley Golf ComplexSaturday 9th August, Tee Timesavailable from 7.30amFirst ever West Belfast Open GolfCompetition in the only GUI-affiliated golfcourse in the West. Competition open toboth GUI members and golfers with societyhandicaps.There will be prizes for bothsections. £10 per players. Timesheet inoperation. Telephone 9060 1133 forbookings.Children’s AfternoonAn CultúrlannSaturday 9th August, 1pmAn Cultúrlann presents an afternoon of art,music, dance, rhyme and more for childrenbig and small. Following the launch of ‘TheBopóga’ book a fun family afternoon ispromised to mark the occasion!Colin Fun DayBrook Activity CentreSaturday 9th August, 1.30pm - 4pmCome along and join in the Craic: waterfights and tugs-o-war; face painting, bouncycastles; BBQ and DJ. More importantly, thepresentations to the young Sport Stars ofthe Week will be made.Pike Men (Folk)Michael Dwyers GACSaturday 9th August, 8pm – LateSee Thursday, 7th August (above) for detailsof line-up‘Tá ag an G-Spóta’ ‘Say Yesto Irish’Cumann Chluain ÁrdSaturday 9th August, 9.30pmThe regular G-spóta Irish language eventsays ‘Tá’ to the Irish language in a specialfestival night with DJ and live music. Irishspeakers come along and say Tá!Rat Pack Tribute ShowGort na Mona GACSaturday 9th August, 9pmJim McMail whisks you back to glitzy LasVegas Sands Hotel for an evening with theever popular Frank, Sammy and Dean! “Asuperb one man show”.Admission £5.Glenard Folk with JohannMichael Dwyers GACSunday 10th August, AfternoonThe Féile CéilíAn Cultúrlann TheatreSunday 10th August, 8pmEvening of dance with Máire Bean UíBruadair and the Trasna Céilí Band. A greatcéilí for both beginners and those moreexperienced dancers as Máire guideseveryone through the steps! Admission £5,includes tea/coffee and light supper.FEILE DAY-BY-DAYSaturday 2ndwww.feilebelfast.com73

A taste of FéileSaturday 2ndFéile Flights, Falls ParkMy Kind of People, WestwoodsTalent Show, WestwoodsBook Sale, St Mary’sInto The West, Taxi Trax, KingStreet [2nd–10th]Neville Staple, Marquee, Bank SquareGreat Escape [an Ealu Mor], AndersonstownSocial ClubMy Name Is Rachel, Falls Bowling Pavilion[2nd-3rd]Sunday 3rdRace Against Racism, Falls Leisure CentreFéile Carnival Parade & PartySongs of Freedom, St Gall’sDrive-In Movies, A/Town Leisure Centre[3rd-5th]A Cultural Thing – Or Is It?, St Mary’sThe 4 Of Us, Marquee, Bank SquareDirty Dancing, A/Town Leisure CentreMonday 4thExhibitions, St Mary’s [4th-9th]Battle of Algiers, St Mary’s [4th–8th]A Sense of Loss, St Mary’s [4th–8th]Samba Soccer, Twinbrook [4th–8th]Celtic Village Experience, Falls Park [4th-6th]Robert Ballagh, St Mary’sTom Hayden, St Mary’sBernadette McAliskey, Conway MillFlook, Marquee, Bank SquareThe Exorcist, A/Town Leisure Centre74 www.feilebelfast.comTuesday 5thCelebration of Culture Day, Cloona HouseHealth Lecture, St Mary’sSenior Citizens‘ Festival, Sliabh Dubh PubDame Nuala O’Loan, St Mary’sThe Bus Run, Conway MillThe Flags, Roddy’s [5th-8th]Seisun Sliabh Dubh, Roddy’sLive Wire Showcase, Duke of YorkPulp Fiction, A/Town Leisure CentreWednesday 6thGillian Slovo, St Mary’sInternational Food Fayre, St Mary’sBrian Kennedy, Clonard MonasteryWest Belfast Talks Back, St Louise’sP.S. Your Cat Is Dead, St Mary’s [6th-9th]Survivors, Conway Mill [6th-10th]Thursday 7thHip Hop Dance, A/Town Leisure CentreColin Festival ParadeCuban Health, St Mary’sScribes at the Rock, Rock BarForum Theatre Performance, Corpus ChristieCollegeGhada Karmi, Palestine Day, St Mary’sArdal O’Hanlon, A/Town Leisure CentreLove Is a Many Splintered Thing, Conway MillLittle Shop of Horrors, Rainbow Factory[7th-10th]Friday 8thBrian Rowan, Falls LibraryIran/ Syria, St Mary’sFeile In The Kitchen, St Dominic’s CollegeInternational Night: Havana Son, Max Pashm,A/Town Leisure CentreThe Importance of Being Micheál,An CultúrlannDead Rooster Blues, Conway MillSaturday 9thRonan Bennett, St Mary’sBallymurphy Massacre Remembered,Ballymurphy Community CentreGAA Day, CasementLadies Football Tournament, St Gall’sAnnual Poc Fada, Rossa’sA Day In The Life, St Mary’sTribute Night, A/Town Leisure CentreSunday 10thEamonn Maguire’s Black Mountain WalkKathy Sinnott, St Oliver PlunkettFéile Céili, An CultúrlannFun Lovin’ Criminals, A/Town Leisure Centre

Ar Fud an Phobail Across the CommuinityFéile StaffSeán Paul O’Hare (Director), Margaret McKernan,Cathy Kelly, David Kennedy, Sharon Reid, KevinMorrison,Teresa Doyle, Gemma McCourt, MartinBooth, Megan Donnelly, Rosemary Whelan, Elaine BlakeManagement Committee/Coiste BainistíochtaDanny Morrison (Chairperson), Ciaran Kearney, AngelaMervyn, Seán Mistéil, Gerry Adams, Paula McManus,Sean Osborne,Vincent Parker, John Paul Russell, PaulMaskey, Bill McComb, Aislinn Hagan, Harry Connolly,Kevin GambleProgramme production team/FoireannTáirgtheMartin Booth, Gemma McCourt& Danny MorrisonFéile 2007 photographs – Frank Quigley& Tony MurrayDesign and Print: Mitchell Kane AssociatesTranslations: Seán McNallyDisclaimer/Séanadh FreagrachtaFéile an Phobail accepts no responsibility for anyinjuries, which may result from any event connectedwith Féile. While it is our policy to be all-inclusive it isimpossible to endorse all the venues in the programme.We would like to thank Friends of Féile - IrishAmerican Unity Conference [http://www.iauc.org/] &Thar Saile for their generous supportwww.feilebelfast.com75

LAGMORE AVSUMMERHILL RD36TWINBROOK RDCREIGHTON RDPANTRIDGE RDSTEWARTSTOWN RDUPPER DUNMURRY LANECOLIN VALLEY GOLFCOURSECOLIN RDBLACKS RDSUFFOLK RDFALCARRAGH DRORANMORE DR WILLOWVALE AVE1. Duke of York,7-11 Commercial Court2. NTV, 23 Donegall Street3. Bank Square Marquee4. Belfast Welcome Centre,Donegall Place5. City Hall6. King Street Arts/FreshClaim Cafe7. Rainbow Factory, CollegeSquare North8. Conway EducationCentre/Mill, Conway Street9. Falls Library, SevastopolStreet10. Siopa na hEalaine, Art Shop,53 Falls Road11. Clonard Monastery, ClonardGardens12. Dunville Park13. St. Dominic’s School14. St Mary’s University College15. An Chultúrlann Mac Adam-Ó Fiaich35BROOK DRSTEWARTSTOWN RDLADYBROOK PARKLENADOON AVECREESLOUGH PKSTEWARTSTOWN AVE37GLENVEAGH DRSHAWS RDANDERSONSTOWNLEISURECENTREFINAGHY RD NORTHTULLYMORE GDNSANDERSONSTOWN ROAD323834OWENVARRAGH PKGLEN RDBINGNAN DRIVE3331SLEMISH WAYMOORELAND PKBEARNAGH DRDUNMISK PKSTOCKMANS LANEGLENHILL PARKFRUITHILL PARKKENNEDY WAY30ANDERSONSTOWN PKST MERYL PKMONAGH BY-PASSMONAGH LINKGRANSHA PKGRANSHA AVGLEN ROADOLD A/TOWNBARRACK SITE16. Falls CommunityCouncil17. Teach na Féile [Féile House],473 Falls Road18. The Rock Bar19. City Cemetery20. St Louise’s ComprehensiveCollege21. Rossa GAC22. St Gall’s GAC23. Falls Park, main entrance24. Falls Bowling Club25. Helipad [Féile Flights]26. Milltown Cemetery27. A/Town barracks site28. Felons Club29. Kennedy Centre car park30. Westwood Centre31. Casement GAA Park32. Andersonstown LeisureCentre [Marquee +Drive-Ins]2928ARIZON STFALLS ROADMONAGH RD27NORFOLK PRD26NORFOLK DRDIVIS DRIVEFALLSPARK242325CITYCEMETERYMILLTOWNCEMETERY BOGMEADOWS2120ST. LOUISE’S223919W H I T E R O C KR O A DBALLYMURPHY RDWHITEROCK GDNSBRITTON’S PARADEROACKMOUNT STROCKMORE RDDONEGALL RD.18ROCKVILLE ST2417FALLS ROADROCKDALE STFALLSWATER DRBEECHHILL VIEW PKIVEAGH DRIVESPRINGHILLFALLS ROADNANSEN STFALLSWATER STIVEAGH PRDARD NA VA ROADBROADWAYFARSETINTERNATIONALBEECHMOUNT DRIVEWEST CIRCULAR ROADBEECHMOUNT PARADEBEECHMOUNT AVE15CLOWNEY STREETST. MARY’SU. COLLEGE14FALLS ROADAMCOMRI STREETLOCAN STREET13MICA DRIVEBEECHMOUNTI STREETCAVENDISH SQCAVENDISH STROYAL VICTORIAHOSPITAL33. AndersonstownSocial Club34. Tullymore CommunityCentre35. Balmoral Hotel36. Twinbrook/BrookActivity Centre37. St Oliver Plunkett Church38. Roddy McCorley SocialClub39. Whiterock Library40. Ballymurphy MemorialGarden41. Farset International Hostel42. Springvale Training Centre43. Blackstaff Complex4016Féile 2008Venues41CROCUS STVIOLET STSPRINGFIELD ROADFALLS ROAD1242CLONARD ST.GROSVENOR ROADSANDY ROW431110BOMBAY ST.DUNLEWEY STREET9SEVASTOPOL STREETDURHAM ST.LANARK WAYALBERT ST.GT. VICTORIA ST.CUPAR STREETCONWAY STREETFALLS ROADNORTH HOWARD ST.COLLEGE SQ. N.HOWARD ST.NORTHUMBERLAND ST.7DIVIS STREETDIVIS ST.KING ST.DONEGALL SQ NTHCITY HALL568TOWNSEND ST.CASTLE STREET4DONEGALLPLCHICHESTER STREETSHANKILL ROADMILLFIELDCHAPEL LANE3HIGH STREET2DIONEGALL STREETWARING STREET1HILL STREETListen to Féile FM 103.2 – your full-time community radio station withupdates and news on all eventsRadio requests phone – (028) 9024 2002Email – studio@feilebelfast.com